Trading Risk Calculator
Calculate your optimal position size based on your account balance, risk tolerance, and stop loss distance. Proper risk management is crucial for successful prop trading.
Risk Amount
$100.00
Position Size
0.50 lots
Stop Loss Value
$100.00
Risk Management for Prop Trading
- 1% Rule: Risk no more than 1% per trade
- 2% Rule: Maximum risk per trade for aggressive traders
- Daily Drawdown: Stay within prop firm daily limits (usually 4-5%)
- Max Drawdown: Overall account limit (usually 8-12%)