2% Rule

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Definition: 2% Rule


2% Rule


Full Definition of 2% Rule


A theory in investment trading whereby the investor should not allocate more than 2 percent of their available funds on a single investment trade. This rule helps investment traders in staying within the boundaries of a trading system as well as helping to reduce the downside risk.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for 2% Rule are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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