💸 A recent short trade closed with a +12.57 USDT profit, but here’s the shocker: $11.75 in fees were deducted — a staggering 93% of the total PnL!
📉 For many traders, especially scalpers, this is a familiar frustration. Despite executing a successful trade, the overwhelming portion of the gains gets consumed by trading fees.
🔍 So, what caused such high costs? A few possible factors:
1. High Leverage – While leverage amplifies gains and losses, it can also increase fee exposure depending on the platform and funding rate.
2. Market Conditions – Volatile or illiquid markets often lead to slippage and less favorable fills, adding to costs.
3. Order Type – Using market orders instead of limit orders can result in taker fees, which are typically higher.
4. Short Holding Duration – Scalping involves many quick trades, where even small fee percentages quickly add up.
❓Community Question:
Have you experienced similar fee spikes while scalping?
What tips or strategies do you use to minimize trading costs?
Let’s share knowledge and help each other navigate the real cost of short-term trading! 💬👇