Calculation formula
Enter spread as ask minus bid in raw price units. Round-trip spread is counted once; swap and slippage are excluded.
Add up spread and round-trip commission.
Estimates use your own inputs, not live broker prices.
Illustrative values only — not XM trading terms or an investment recommendation.
Enter spread as ask minus bid in raw price units. Round-trip spread is counted once; swap and slippage are excluded.
Example inputs · XAUUSD
Calculation steps
Estimated result
3.60 USDCalculation formula: Estimated trading cost = Volume (lots) × Spread × Contract units per lot × Currency conversion + Volume (lots) × Commission
Check the broker’s actual contract, account and location conditions. Enter spread as ask minus bid in raw price units. Round-trip spread is counted once; swap and slippage are excluded.
No. This calculator uses your inputs or editable example specifications, not live prices.
Educational calculator. Estimates use your own inputs or editable example contract defaults. Verify broker terms and eligibility independently.
Use identical instrument, volume and fee conventions.