How do I calculate position size for futures?

Position size = (Account Size × Risk %) ÷ (Stop Distance in Ticks × Tick Value). For ES, each tick is $12.50 per contract. For NQ, each tick is $5.00 per contract.

What is the tick value for ES futures?

The E-mini S&P 500 (ES) futures contract has a tick size of 0.25 index points and a tick value of $12.50 per contract. So a 4-point stop = 16 ticks = $200 of risk per contract.

What is the tick value for NQ futures?

The E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures contract has a tick size of 0.25 index points and a tick value of $5.00 per contract. So a 10-point stop = 40 ticks = $200 of risk per contract.

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Futures Position Size Calculator

Know your size before the Retrace completes. Input your account, risk, and stop — get contracts, dollar risk, and $/tick instantly. Built for the RRR Framework.

Account Size ($)

Risk Per Trade (%)

Stop Distance (points)

Instrument

Tick Value ($)

Dollar value per tick per contract

Ticks Per Point

e.g. ES = 4, NQ = 4

Your Position

Recommended Size
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contracts

Max Dollar Risk

$—

total risk on this trade

Risk Per Contract

$—

stop distance × tick value

Dollar Per Tick

$—

per contract, per tick

How This Fits the RRR Framework

Position sizing happens after the Reveal and before the Retrace completes. The Protocol requires you to know your size before you enter — never after. Calculate your risk, round down to whole contracts, and only enter if the risk-to-reward is 2:1 or better. Learn position sizing →

RISK DISCLOSURE: This calculator is a mathematical tool, not financial advice. Position sizing does not eliminate risk — it manages it. Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss. Never risk more than you can afford to lose. Full terms →

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