Profit & Loss (PnL) Trade Calculator
Calculate net trade profit, trading fees, return on investment (ROI%), and break-even exit price for Forex, Crypto, and Stocks.
Gross Profit vs Net Realized Profit
Calculating trade returns based solely on entry and exit prices yields Gross PnL. However, true trading performance depends on Net PnL—the actual money added to or subtracted from your account balance after deducting broker spreads, round-turn commissions, overnight swap fees, and exchange gas or taker charges.
Understanding Long and Short PnL Formulas
For long positions (buying low to sell high): Gross PnL = (Exit Price − Entry Price) × Contract Units. For short positions (selling high to buy back low): Gross PnL = (Entry Price − Exit Price) × Contract Units. Subtracting total transaction overhead from Gross PnL gives your final Net Profit or Loss.
How to Use This Profit & Loss Calculator
Select your asset class (Forex, Crypto, Stocks, Commodities), choose Long or Short direction, enter your position size in units or lots, input entry and exit prices, and add commission or spread details. The calculator outputs gross return, total fees, net PnL in dollars, and Return on Investment percentage (ROI%).
Hidden Costs That Drain Trading Profits
High-frequency scalpers often lose money overall despite having a 60%+ win rate because they overlook spread friction and commission drag. On a 10-pip scalp trade, a 2-pip spread represents a 20% tax on your gross profit. Always evaluate Net PnL when reviewing trading performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this PnL calculator work for both Forex and Crypto?
Yes, select your asset class to calculate exact trade profits for currency pairs, crypto futures, or stock shares.
How do commissions impact my net ROI?
Commissions reduce your net payout. Subtracting fees before calculating ROI ensures accurate performance tracking.
What is ROI percentage in trading?
ROI % = (Net Profit ÷ Initial Capital invested or Used Margin) × 100.