Calculate your mathematical edge per trade.
EV = (Win Rate × Avg Win) − (Loss Rate × Avg Loss). A positive EV means you have an edge. A negative EV means the strategy loses money over time — period.
Most profitable traders have EVs between $10–$100 per trade. The key to building wealth is combining positive EV with a high number of quality trades. Improving your average win-to-loss ratio even slightly has a large compounding effect.