Trading Basics
Trading Basics Pipstone Capital
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What Is a Pip / Point Value in Trading?Learn how pip values are calculated in forex and how point value affects your trading profits and risks.
What is slippage?
What Is Floating PnL & Its Impact on Trades?Understand floating PnL (unrealized profit/loss), how it affects your account, and strategies to manage risk.
Best TradingView Settings for PipstoneDiscover the optimal TradingView chart settings that align with Pipstones platform and trading environment.
What Is Swap in Forex and How It WorksUnderstand swap and overnight financing in forex trading. Learn how swaps are calculated and how they impact your trades.
Understanding Leverage at Pipstone — How It Works, the Risks, and the Exact Leverage You GetThis article breaks down how leverage works, how Pipstone applies leverage across all account types, and what you should keep in mind while trading.
How to Calculate Margin UtilizationLearn how to compute margin utilization, why it matters, and how to monitor it in your account.