Why is GBPUSD called Cable?

Cable refers to the transatlantic telegraph cable laid in 1858 that transmitted GBP/USD prices between London and New York. GBPUSD is more volatile than EURUSD and typically moves 80-150 pips per day.

What lot size for a $5,000 GBPUSD account?

With $5,000 risking 1% ($50) and a 25-pip stop: $50 / (25 x 10) = 0.20 lots. GBPUSD is volatile — always use wider stops than EURUSD.

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GBPUSD moves more than EURUSD. A 25-pip stop is typical for this pair. 0.3 lots x 25 pip stop = $75 risk.

GBP/USD (Cable) is the 3rd most traded pair (~9% of volume). Known for volatile moves during London session, especially on UK economic data (CPI, GDP, BOE rate decisions). Average daily range: 80-150 pips. Brexit-related volatility can create 200+ pip moves. Pip value: $10/pip/lot. Contract: 100,000 units.

Source: BIS Triennial Survey 2023, broker specifications, market analysis.

Account Balance ($) Risk Percentage (%) Stop Loss (in GBPUSD pips/points)

GBPUSD: 1 lot = $10.0 per 0.0001

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