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Non-Tech : CYBERTRADER

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To: Dave who wrote (1060)8/4/1998 12:58:00 AM
From: Dave  Read Replies (1) of 3216
 
Trading Cost Analysis with CyberTrader - feedback wanted!

In order to appease myself before I start day trading I have made up an Excel spreadsheet in order to identify the rate of return I need to achieve in order to make a reasonable living. I'm looking for some comments on the assumptions that I've made about trading. In particular, what would be the winning trade percentage to expect and the average gain per winning trade. I know all of these parameters are going to depend on my trading style and system but I'm looking for some feedback from successful CyberTraders. My spreadsheet has shown me that the broker makes out very-well regardless of my fate!

Starting Capital: $100K
Trading Capital with Margin: $200K
Desired Rate of Return: 40%
Number of Trading Weeks: 50
Trades per Week: 25
Winning Trade Percentage: 55%
Average Point Loss per Losing Trade: 0.25
Average Trade Size: 1,000 shares
Average Commission per Trade: $45 (round trip)

-> Calculated results to meet goals, includes all trading costs
Required Point Gain per Winning Trade: 0.44
Required Annual Rate of Return: 66%
Gains per Week: $2,640
Trading Costs per Week: $1,040 (includes connection charges)

Regards,

Dave
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