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Micro Lot

A trading unit equal to 1,000 units of the base currency.

Full Definition

A micro lot represents 1,000 units of the base currency, or one-hundredth of a standard lot. Micro lots are ideal for beginners or traders with smaller accounts, as they allow precise position sizing while limiting risk exposure. For USD-based pairs, a micro lot typically equals about $0.10 per pip.

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