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About gold position sizing
Gold contract spec
1 standard lot of XAUUSD = 100 troy ounces. A $1 move in price = $100 P&L per standard lot.
Pip value
Gold is quoted to 2 decimal places. A 1.00 move = $100 per standard lot. A $10 SL = 0.1 lot risk per $1 move.
Volatility
Gold can move $20–50/oz in a single session. Always account for spread and use conservative position sizing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gold contract spec?
1 standard lot of XAUUSD = 100 troy ounces. A $1 move in gold price = $100 P&L per standard lot. A mini lot (0.1) = $10 per $1 move.
Why is gold position sizing different from forex?
Gold pip value changes with price level. Unlike forex pairs where pip value is relatively stable, gold's dollar-per-pip value is tied to the spot price.
Typical stop loss for gold?
Gold can move $10–50 in a single session. Common stop losses range from $5–20 for day trades to $30–80 for swing trades. Always account for the spread ($0.20–0.50).