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Trading drawdown calculator
Measure how far an account sits below its reference value, using fixed or trailing rules.
Results
Estimate · not adviceEnter your values or load the illustrative example. Results update as you type.
- Reference value
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- Drawdown
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- Drawdown (%)
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- Limit amount
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- Room remaining
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- Gain needed to recover
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How it’s calculated
Fixed: reference = starting balance. Trailing: reference = highest peak. Drawdown = max(reference − current, 0); % = drawdown ÷ reference × 100. Recovery % = drawdown ÷ current × 100. Rules differ by provider — check whether yours trails balance or equity, and whether it stops trailing at the start value.
Read the related learning guideFrequently asked
Fixed vs trailing drawdown?
A fixed drawdown is always measured from the starting balance. A trailing drawdown moves up with each new peak, so profits raise your floor.
Why does recovery need a bigger gain?
A 10% loss leaves 90% of capital, so returning to the reference needs about an 11.1% gain on what remains.
Balance or equity?
Equity includes open-position profit and loss. Use whatever your rule specifies.
Educational estimates only — not investment advice or order instructions. No live prices are used.