How much extra dollar risk am I taking on if I widen my stop-loss after entering the trade?
Compare Your Two Stops
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Fill in the fields on the left and click Calculate Extra Risk to see the dollar cost of moving your stop.
How this is calculated
Original dollar risk equals shares multiplied by the distance between your entry price and your original stop. New dollar risk uses the same math with your new stop price.
Extra dollar risk is the new dollar risk minus the original dollar risk. If the new stop is actually closer to your entry than the original, this number comes out negative, meaning you tightened risk instead of widening it.
Moving a stop-loss further away after you're already in the trade changes the risk profile you originally sized the position for.
This tool only tells you what widening costs in dollar terms. It does not tell you whether widening is the right decision on this particular trade. Pair it with a written rule for when moving a stop is acceptable versus rationalizing a losing position.
Works for both long and short positions. Only the distance between entry and stop matters for this calculation.
Risk & liability disclaimer: This calculator produces a mathematical estimate based on the numbers you enter. It is not financial advice and does not guarantee any trading outcome. Trading involves risk of loss. Trading Habits is not a broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, or tax professional, and is not affiliated with any broker, exchange, or data provider. We do not guarantee this tool is error-free or suitable for your situation. Always verify results independently and consult a licensed professional before making any trading or financial decision. You could lose some or all of the capital you trade with.
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