Here’s a simple guide to help you calculate ROI (Return on Investment) on your trading accounts using MT4.
How to Calculate ROI on MT4
Step 1: Locate Your Account History in MT4
1.Open your MT4 platform.
2.Navigate to the Terminal Window at the bottom of your screen.
3.Select the Account History tab.
4.Right-click inside the Account History area and choose Custom Period to select the timeframe you want to analyze (e.g., last month, last year, or all history).
Step 2: Note Down Key Figures
•Starting Balance: The amount in your account at the beginning of the selected period.
•Profit/Loss: This is shown in the Account History for the selected period.
•Deposits and Withdrawals: These are also visible in your Account History and may need to be added to the formula.
Step 3: Apply the ROI Formula
The formula for ROI is as follows:
Step 4: Interpret the Results
•A positive ROI means your account grew during the period.
•A negative ROI indicates a loss during the period.
Example Calculation
Let’s say:
•Starting Balance: $1,000
•Profit/Loss: $300
•Deposits: $200
•Withdrawals: $100
•Ending Balance: $1,400
Using the formula:
Tips for Your Community
1.Keep Records: Maintain a consistent record of deposits, withdrawals, and account balances.
2.Compare Periods: Use ROI to compare performance across different timeframes.
3.Analyze Results: A steady, consistent ROI is better than large swings between high profits and losses.
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