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# The benefit of leverage in trading: How to multiply your profits (and risks)

Leverage is a financial tool that allows traders to increase the size of their trades using less capital, enabling them to amplify their potential profits. In the mentioned BTCUSDT example, we notice a leverage of 2x, which means that the trader can control a position worth $100,000 with only $50,000 of capital.

## How does leverage work?

When using 2x leverage:

- If the price of Bitcoin rises by 5%, you will achieve a profit of 10% (5% × 2)

- But if the price falls by 5%, you will lose 10% of your investment

## Practical example:

Let's assume you bought BTC worth $10,000 with 2x leverage:

- The price rises from $50,000 to $52,500 (+5%)

- Your actual profit: $1,000 (instead of $500 without leverage)

- But a 5% decline will cause a loss of $1,000

## Golden tips for using leverage wisely:

1. Start with low leverage (2x-5x) at most for beginners

2. Use stop-loss orders (Stop-Loss) mandatorily

3. Do not allocate more than 5% of your capital to each trade

4. Avoid high leverage in volatile market conditions

Remember that leverage is a double-edged sword: while it can lead to significant profits in days, it may also result in substantial losses that exceed your capital in hours. Experts always advise balancing the desire for quick profits with calculated risk management.