You can track execution speed (as well as spreads and slippages) using TradingCost EA. It is free. As for 30 seconds delays... I think every broker can fail sometimes. The question is how does it solve the problem.

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Yep, it was live account. Test was run on VPS in NY, so ping was very small. 125 ms is not much for MT4-server and broker with A-book model. And of course you can close 3-4 trades within a second even manually (and 8 times more using EAs or scripts). ...

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3.5 USD per lot is very good for retail account. Congrats!

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OMG! You're cool man ) What commission do you have at GP?

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Yep, it is really not bad. Here is an review with 600 live executions I made few weeks ago — video

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You're welcome! "Only current symbol" parameter added.

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Could you please show me some example? I want to compare FX and CFD costs. Thank you!

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

And what is max leverage on CFD can you have? Any hidden costs/commissions?

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

And what leverage on CME, for example?

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

You just a great trader! I know only 2 or 3 such traders myself. So, my calculations for all other, who like scalping and other modern strategies

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

As I know, you can have up to 1:20 (or even 1:10) with futures. So, if you want to have 1:50 or more, you should pay swap. But it is better to clear this moment with broker, I haven't trade futures.

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

What leverage do you have while trading futures? That is the answer, swaps — is the cost of leverage.

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

Next step is to open only trades that will be profitable =)))

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

Your idea is clear for me — if you trade bad, size of costs has no matter. And you're right, of course. But you don't want to understand my idea. And it is very simple too: if you trade good, your results will be much better with low costs. Even ...

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

As tropical_g said, you pay swap only because you have leverage. Trade without leverage and don't pay swap. But your profit will be smaller too.

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

Here it is: video video video The same accounts with 50K USD deposit, 3*1.0 lot deals on 3 different pairs, targets from 7 to 15 pips. And 70 USD difference at the end. I could wait more before closing, the difference will be the same. Anyone ...

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

You can trade without leverage and will not pay the swaps... But you want to make 100%/month, don't you? =)

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

I was busy yesterday. I'll make a short video for you. Not with trading ideas, but with trading practice.

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

Thanks again! 150 lots are about $2K paid (including spreads and slippages)! What this a percent from your balance? [don't tell me, just take a thought] You can estimate your costs more clearly using this tool. And... you can have lower commission ...

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?

Thank you for your neutral post What is your average trade volume (monthly)?

Are trading costs the main reason of losses in trading?