AUD/USD Lot Size Calculator for RebelsFunding

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AUDUSD is a commodity-linked major with unique position sizing considerations due to its correlation with gold and iron ore prices. The 65-pip average daily range gives you flexibility for stop placement - you're not dealing with the tight ranges of EUR/USD or the volatility spikes of GBP pairs. This range means 30-50 pip stops are reasonable without being too tight or too wide. For stop loss placement, consider that AUDUSD often respects technical levels but can gap during Asian session news or RBA announcements. A 40-pip stop is common for swing trades, while scalpers might use 15-20 pips during liquid sessions. Worked example with 1% risk on $100,000: With a 40-pip stop, you risk $1,000. Position size = $1,000 ÷ ($10 × 40) = 2.5 lots. At 2% risk ($2,000), you'd trade 5 lots with the same stop. The math changes with different stops: 20-pip stop at 1% risk = 5 lots, 60-pip stop = 1.67 lots. Always calculate pip risk first, then divide your dollar risk by (pip value × pip distance). AUDUSD suits prop trading well due to predictable ranges and clear technical patterns. However, be aware of overnight gaps during U.S. session closes when Australian news hits. The pair trends well but can range-bind for weeks, so adjust position sizing based on market structure. During commodity bull runs, AUDUSD can trend strongly, making it excellent for position traders who size appropriately for the longer-term moves while managing the daily noise within that 65-pip average range.

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