How do I calculate profit and loss on a crypto trade?

P&L = (Exit Price − Entry Price) × Quantity. For example, if you bought 0.5 BTC at $30,000 and sold at $40,000, your gross P&L is ($40,000 − $30,000) × 0.5 = $5,000. Subtract exchange fees from both buy and sell legs to get net P&L. The ROI is net P&L ÷ initial investment × 100.

What is a good ROI for a crypto trade?

ROI depends entirely on your time horizon and risk taken. Short-term trades (days to weeks) targeting 5–15% ROI with a defined stop-loss and 1:2+ risk-reward ratio are considered solid. Long-term holds in established assets like Bitcoin have historically returned 100–1000%+ over 4-year cycles. Risk-adjusted return (return relative to maximum drawdown) is a more useful metric than raw ROI.

Does the P&L calculator include exchange fees?

Yes. Enter the exchange fee percentage (e.g., 0.1% for Binance spot taker) and the calculator deducts fees from both the entry and exit transactions to show your true net profit after costs. Always include fees in P&L calculations — on frequent trades, fees can significantly reduce profitability.

What is the difference between unrealized and realized P&L?

Unrealized P&L (also called paper profit/loss) is the profit or loss on an open position that you haven't closed yet — it fluctuates with price. Realized P&L is the actual profit or loss locked in when you close the position. This calculator computes realized P&L based on your actual entry and exit prices.

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This tool calculates your net profit/loss and return on investment (ROI) for a completed or hypothetical trade.

P&L = (Exit Price − Entry Price) × Quantity
ROI = P&L ÷ (Entry Price × Quantity) × 100

Exchange fees are subtracted from the result to show net profit after costs. Always factor in fees — they significantly impact profitability on high-frequency trades.

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