Cost per Point, in financial trading, quantifies the monetary value associated with each unit of price movement in a financial instrument, typically futures or options contracts. It represents the financial exposure or profit/loss generated for every single point change in the underlying asset’s price. This metric is essential for assessing trade risk and potential returns.
Mechanism
The calculation of Cost per Point depends on the contract specifications, including the contract multiplier and the tick size of the instrument. For instance, if a futures contract has a multiplier of $50 per point, then each point of price fluctuation translates to a $50 change in the contract’s value. This mechanism directly links market price changes to the financial impact on a trading position.
Methodology
Traders and portfolio managers employ Cost per Point as a fundamental parameter in risk management and position sizing. By understanding this value, they can accurately determine the capital at risk for a given price swing and adjust their trade size accordingly to maintain a predefined risk-reward ratio. This methodology informs stop-loss placement, profit targets, and overall strategic capital allocation in derivatives trading.
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