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Average Price Formula:

\[ \text{Avg Price} = \frac{\sum (\text{Price}_i \times \text{Quantity}_i)}{\sum \text{Quantity}_i} \]

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1. What is Average Price Calculation?

The Average Price Calculator calculates the weighted average price of multiple trading positions. It's essential for determining the overall cost basis when you have multiple entries at different price levels.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the weighted average formula:

\[ \text{Avg Price} = \frac{\sum (\text{Price}_i \times \text{Quantity}_i)}{\sum \text{Quantity}_i} \]

Where:

\( \text{Price}_i \) — Price per unit for position i (currency)
\( \text{Quantity}_i \) — Number of shares/contracts for position i (count)
\( \sum \) — Summation of all positions

Explanation: Each position's total value (price × quantity) is summed, then divided by the total quantity to get the weighted average price.

3. Importance of Average Price Calculation

Details: Calculating average price is crucial for portfolio management, risk assessment, profit/loss calculation, and making informed trading decisions. It helps traders understand their true cost basis across multiple entries.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of positions first, then input price and quantity for each position. Prices should be in currency per unit, quantities as whole numbers. All values must be positive.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use weighted average instead of simple average?
A: Weighted average accounts for different position sizes, giving more importance to larger positions, which better reflects the true average cost.

Q2: Can I use this for different asset classes?
A: Yes, this calculator works for stocks, options, futures, cryptocurrencies, and any tradable asset where you have multiple positions.

Q3: How does this help in trading decisions?
A: Knowing your average price helps determine break-even points, set profit targets, and manage risk by understanding your cost basis.

Q4: What if I have both long and short positions?
A: This calculator is designed for calculating average price of positions in the same direction. For mixed positions, calculate averages separately for longs and shorts.

Q5: How accurate should my input prices be?
A: Use exact execution prices for maximum accuracy. Include commissions and fees in your price calculation for the most precise average cost.