Position size

The idea

The number of units, constrained by per-unit risk, capital, lot rules and execution costs.

Try the scenario

A 500 risk budget and 5 per-unit risk allow at most 100 units before costs.

Check your understanding

Which statement is supported by this definition?

• This concept guarantees the next five candles.
• Available leverage determines the safe risk budget.
• The number of units, constrained by per-unit risk, capital, lot rules and execution costs.

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