Risk-Reward Ratio
Risk-Reward Ratio — The ratio of potential loss to potential gain on a trade — e.g. 1:2 means risking $1 to make $2.
- Quick definition: The ratio of potential loss to potential gain on a trade — e.g. 1:2 means risking $1 to make $2.
- Category: Strategy
Full Definition
A strategy with 1:2 RR only needs ~33% win rate to break even. A strategy with 1:1 RR needs 50% win rate.
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