Leverage Calculator

How It Works

Leverage allows you to control large positions with small capital. With 1:100 leverage, $1,000 controls $100,000 worth of currency. While leverage amplifies profits, it equally amplifies losses. A 1% adverse move with 1:100 leverage means 100% loss of your margin. This calculator shows how different leverage ratios affect your margin requirements and buying power. Regulations in many jurisdictions limit retail forex leverage to 1:30 or 1:50. Understanding leverage helps you choose appropriate ratios that balance opportunity with risk protection.