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Risk a fixed 1 % of account per trade to keep exposure consistent
  • Hiren’s calculator shows that on a ₹10 lakh account, a ₹10,000 risk equals 1 % of capital.
  • By keeping risk constant, he can scale position size up or down depending on stop‑loss distance without changing overall portfolio volatility.
  • This method also simplifies trade‑size decisions across different stocks and market conditions.
  • Consistent risk per trade is essential for long‑term drawdown control, especially in a seasonal market.
HirenVijay Thakkar01:07:44

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I have a calculator. For 10 lakh account, risk 10,000 = 1% of the account. Hiren
I keep my risk same per trade in bull market. Hiren

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Position Sizing & Stop‑Loss Discipline

Hiren uses a fixed‑fraction risk model (1 % of account per trade) and places stop‑losses at the previous day low, which historically is rarely breached by winners. He adjusts position size based on stop‑loss width, keeping risk constant while varying exposure.

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