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Risk Calculator XAU/AUD

Risk Calculator

Adds spread to your stop loss distance for more conservative sizing

AUD/USD:0.65000

Using estimated rate

Calculate risk for XAU/AUD

Inputs

Account Balance:$25,000
Risk %:1.5%
Stop Loss:40 pips
1

Calculate maximum risk

$25,000 × 1.5%

= $375.00

2

Calculate safe lot size

$375.00 ÷ (40 × $1.00)

= 9.38 lots

Maximum Risk$375.00 (max lot size: 9.38)

When assessing XAU/AUD risk: XAU/AUD uses 2-decimal pricing (0.01 per pip) since AUD is valued in hundreds per unit. Contract size: 100 units. Typical spreads: 35-50 pips.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I lose per pip trading XAU/AUD?

Your loss per pip on XAU/AUD equals your lot size × pip value. For 1 standard lot (100 units), each pip movement equals approximately $10 for USD-quoted pairs.

What is a safe stop loss distance for XAU/AUD?

Stop loss distance for XAU/AUD depends on market structure and volatility. As a commodity pair, XAU/AUD typically sees daily ranges that should inform your stop placement.

How do I limit risk when trading XAU/AUD?

Limit XAU/AUD risk by: 1) Using proper position sizing (1-2% per trade), 2) Always setting stop losses, 3) Avoiding trading during high-impact news affecting XAU or AUD.

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