Position size calculator
With Rs 5,00,000 capital, 1% risk, entry at Rs 1,000 and a stop at Rs 950, the quantity is 100 shares. It is a risk arithmetic tool, not a trade suggestion.
Results update as you type. Nothing you enter is stored.
How it works
The quantity is set so that the loss, if the price reaches the stop, equals the share of capital you chose. Gaps, slippage and charges can make the actual loss larger.
Formula
Quantity = capital x risk% / |entry - stop|
Frequently asked questions
How is position size calculated?
Divide the amount you are willing to lose by the loss per share between entry and stop.
Does the stop loss guarantee the loss?
No. Prices can open beyond the stop, so the loss can be bigger.
Are charges included?
No; brokerage, taxes and fees add to the cost.
Related
This tool is for information only and is not investment, tax or legal advice. Results depend on the inputs and assumptions you enter; check important figures with the official source or a qualified professional.