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Risk/Reward Ratio — the foundation of a sound strategy 🎯
One of the key tools of a successful trader is the risk-to-reward ratio (Risk/Reward Ratio). This is a metric that helps make informed decisions in each trade.
What is the Risk/Reward Ratio?
This indicator shows how much a trader is willing to lose for a potential profit. For example, if in a trade you risk $10 to earn $30, then the R/R is 1:3.
How to calculate it?
(Entry Price – Stop-Loss) / (Target Price – Entry Price)
For example, you buy an asset at $100, set a stop-loss at $95 and a take-profit at $115.
Risk: $5
Profit: $15
R/R = 1:3
Why is it important?
Consistent use of R/R ≥ 1:2 even with 40% successful trades allows you to be profitable. It provides flexibility and protects against emotional trading.
💬 Many beginners make the mistake of closing profitable trades too early and holding onto losing ones — violating the logical structure of R/R. The risk-to-reward ratio helps to counteract this.
Even if you don't have perfect market analysis, a strict approach to the Risk/Reward Ratio can significantly increase the chances of long-term success.
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