Glossary
What risk-reward ratio means in crypto.
Risk-reward compares planned downside with planned upside before entry.
Updated Mar 2026
Definition
Risk-reward ratio compares the amount a trader could lose if the stop is hit with the amount that could be made if the target is reached.
In practice
It helps decide whether a setup is attractive before entry. Even a setup with a solid win rate can underperform if the downside is too large relative to the reward.
The mistake is treating one fixed ratio as a universal rule. The goal is to use it as a planning filter tied to the setup and market condition.
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