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Pip Value Calculator
Calculate the value of each pip in dollars for any forex pair, gold, index, or crypto — based on lot size and account currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pip and how do I calculate pip value? ▼
A pip (percentage in point) is the smallest price movement in a forex pair. For most pairs, one pip = 0.0001 (4 decimal places). For USDJPY and other yen pairs, one pip = 0.01 (2 decimal places). The pip value in dollars depends on the lot size. For EURUSD at 1 standard lot (100,000 units), one pip = approximately $10. At 0.1 lots, one pip = approximately $1.
How much does EURUSD typically move in pips per day? ▼
EURUSD typically moves 50–150 pips per day on average during normal market conditions. During periods of high volatility (e.g., central bank announcements, major economic data releases), daily ranges can exceed 200 pips or more. Understanding pip values helps you calculate potential profits and losses from these moves.
What is the pip value for Gold (XAUUSD)? ▼
For XAUUSD (Gold), one pip is typically $0.01 in price movement per ounce. Since one standard lot = 100 ounces, one pip = $1 per standard lot. Gold tends to move in much larger price swings than forex pairs (often $1–$5+ per session), so stop losses are typically wider in dollar or price terms rather than pips.
How do crypto pip values differ from forex? ▼
Crypto pairs like BTCUSD and ETHUSD don't follow traditional pip sizes. For BTCUSD, the smallest quoted unit is $1. For ETHUSD, it's typically $0.01. Pip values depend on your lot size and the exchange rate. This calculator shows your exact pip value for any lot size, making it easy to plan trade risk for crypto as well.