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Forex Profit Calculator
Calculate your potential profit or loss before entering a trade. Know exactly what you stand to gain or lose.
lots
Potential Profit
If Price Reaches Target
+$500
50 pips movement
Price Change
+0.0050
Pip Value
$10.00
Position Size
100,000
How to Calculate Forex Profit
Knowing your potential profit (or loss) before entering a trade helps you make better decisions and manage expectations.
Profit = Pips × Pip Value × Lot Size
For most USD pairs: 50 pips × $10 × 1 lot = $500
Quick Profit Reference
| Lot Size | Pip Value | 10 Pips | 50 Pips | 100 Pips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.01 (Micro) | $0.10 | +$1 | +$5 | +$10 |
| 0.1 (Mini) | $1.00 | +$10 | +$50 | +$100 |
| 1.0 (Standard) | $10.00 | +$100 | +$500 | +$1,000 |
| 2.0 | $20.00 | +$200 | +$1,000 | +$2,000 |
Profit vs Risk
While profit potential is exciting, always calculate your risk first:
- Set stop loss before calculating profit — Know your max loss first
- Aim for positive R:R — Target at least 2x your risk
- Don't chase profits — Stick to your trading plan
- Account for spread — Your actual entry/exit includes the spread cost
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate forex profit?
Forex Profit = (Close Price - Open Price) × Lot Size × Contract Size. For a long trade: Buy at 1.1000, sell at 1.1050 with 1 lot = (1.1050 - 1.1000) × 100,000 = $500 profit.
How many pips is $100 profit?
It depends on your lot size. With 1 standard lot ($10/pip), $100 = 10 pips. With 0.1 lots ($1/pip), $100 = 100 pips. With 0.01 lots ($0.10/pip), $100 = 1,000 pips.
How much can you make with 1 lot in forex?
With 1 standard lot on USD pairs, you make $10 per pip. A 50-pip move = $500 profit. A 100-pip move = $1,000 profit. Of course, losses work the same way, so risk management is essential.
What is the 1% rule for forex profit?
The 1% rule refers to risk, not profit — you risk only 1% of your account per trade. If you risk 1% to make 2% (1:2 R:R), you can double your risk as profit. With $10,000, risking $100 to potentially make $200.
How do I calculate profit from pips?
Profit = Pips × Pip Value × Lot Size. If you gained 30 pips with 0.5 lots on EUR/USD: 30 × $10 × 0.5 = $150 profit. The pip value varies by currency pair and account currency.
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