{"id":29512,"date":"2026-07-27T10:22:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T10:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/?post_type=trading&#038;p=29512"},"modified":"2026-07-30T10:22:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T10:22:51","slug":"calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates","status":"publish","type":"trading","link":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Calculate Margin Trading Interest Rates?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using margin trading can boost your purchasing power; however, if you trade without understanding how margin trading interest rates are calculated, a portion of your profits could be consumed by interest costs. Therefore, it is essential to understand the full cost involved before opting for MTF. In this article, you will learn in simple language about margin trading interest rate calculations, easy formulas, examples, hidden charges, and practical ways to reduce interest expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#How_Does_Margin_Trading_Interest_Actually_Work\" title=\"How Does Margin Trading Interest Actually Work?\u00a0\">How Does Margin Trading Interest Actually Work?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#Margin_Trading_Interest_Formula\" title=\"Margin Trading Interest Formula\u00a0\">Margin Trading Interest Formula\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#What_Other_Charges_Increase_Your_Overall_MTF_Cost\" title=\"What Other Charges Increase Your Overall MTF Cost?\u00a0\">What Other Charges Increase Your Overall MTF Cost?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#Factors_That_Affect_Margin_Trading_Interest_Rates\" title=\"Factors That Affect Margin Trading Interest Rates\u00a0\">Factors That Affect Margin Trading Interest Rates\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#What_should_you_look_for_when_comparing_margin_trading_interest_rates\" title=\"What should you look for when comparing margin trading interest rates?\">What should you look for when comparing margin trading interest rates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#Margin_Trading_Interest_Calculation_Pocketful_vs_Other_Brokers\" title=\"Margin Trading Interest Calculation: Pocketful vs Other Brokers\u00a0\">Margin Trading Interest Calculation: Pocketful vs Other Brokers\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/calculate-margin-trading-interest-rates\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-margin-trading-interest\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Margin_Trading_Interest\"><\/span>What is Margin Trading Interest?\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the Margin Trading Facility (MTF), you can purchase shares without paying the full amount upfront. You contribute a portion of the purchase cost, while your broker funds the remainder. Interest is charged based on the applicable margin trading interest rate only on the amount funded by the broker, not on the total value of the trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most brokers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/calculators\/mtf-calculator\">calculate MTF interest <\/a>on a daily basis; this means interest accrues daily on the funded amount for as long as your MTF position remains open. However, the frequency of interest debits (e.g., daily, weekly, or monthly) may vary depending on the specific broker&#8217;s policy. Therefore, it is advisable to review the interest terms and charges before using the MTF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Example:<\/strong> Suppose you bought shares worth \u20b91,00,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Description<\/th><th>Amount<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Total shares purchased<\/td><td>\u20b91,00,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Your Investment<\/td><td>\u20b925,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Broker-Funded Amount<\/td><td>\u20b975,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-does-margin-trading-interest-actually-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Margin_Trading_Interest_Actually_Work\"><\/span>How Does Margin Trading Interest Actually Work?\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should understand when interest is charged in MTF, on what amount, and for how long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-buy-shares-using-margin\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Step 1 &#8211; Buy shares using margin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, you purchase shares via MTF. You pay a portion of the purchase cost, while the broker funds the remaining amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-broker-funds-the-remaining-amount\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Step 2 &#8211; Broker funds the remaining amount<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the order is executed, the broker funds the specified amount for you. Interest on margin trading applies to this funded amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-interest-accrues-on-the-funded-amount\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Step 3 &#8211; Interest accrues on the funded amount<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the position is created, interest begins to accrue on the funded amount in accordance with the broker&#8217;s policy. This interest continues to accumulate as long as the MTF position remains open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example: If the broker has funded \u20b980,000, interest will be calculated only on that \u20b980,000, not on the total trade value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-interest-stops-when-the-position-is-closed\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Step 4 &#8211; Interest stops when the position is closed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you sell your MTF position and repay the amount funded by the broker, the accrual of interest on that position ceases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read Also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/what-is-margin-funding\/\">What is Margin Funding?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-margin-trading-interest-formula\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Margin_Trading_Interest_Formula\"><\/span>Margin Trading Interest Formula\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To calculate MTF interest, you need only three things: the amount funded by the broker, the annual interest rate, and the holding period. With these three details, you can easily calculate your estimated interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-margin-trading-interest-formula\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Margin Trading Interest Formula<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Interest = (Funded Amount \u00d7 Annual Interest Rate \u00d7 Holding Days) \u00f7 365<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Daily Interest = (Funded Amount \u00d7 Annual Interest Rate) \u00f7 365<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-terms-used-in-the-formula\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Terms used in the formula<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Term<\/th><th>Meaning<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Funded Amount<\/td><td>Amount funded by the broker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annual Interest Rate<\/td><td>Annual MTF interest rate decided by the broker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Holding Days<\/td><td>For the duration the MTF position remained open<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Daily Interest<\/td><td>One day&#8217;s interest<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-margin-trading-interest-calculation-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Margin Trading Interest Calculation&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suppose you<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/mtf\"> used Pocketful&#8217;s Margin Trading Facility (MTF).<\/a> Pocketful currently offers an MTF interest rate of 5.99% per annum (approximately 0.0164% per day).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Assume:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Funded Amount: \u20b91,00,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interest Rate: 5.99% per annum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily Interest Rate: 0.0164%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Holding Period: 10 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: Interest for one day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u20b91,00,000 \u00d7 0.0164% = \u20b916.40 per day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: Total interest for 10 days<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u20b916.40 \u00d7 10 = \u20b9164<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you held a funded amount of \u20b91,00,000 in MTF via Pocketful for 10 days, you would incur margin trading interest of approximately \u20b9164. This amount covers only the interest; brokerage, GST, and other applicable charges may be added separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-other-charges-increase-your-overall-mtf-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Other_Charges_Increase_Your_Overall_MTF_Cost\"><\/span>What Other Charges Increase Your Overall MTF Cost?\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Margin trading interest isn&#8217;t the only cost you face with a Margin Trading Facility (MTF). Other charges may also apply when placing a trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Charge\u00a0<\/th><th>Why does it seem so?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Interest Charges<\/td><td>Interest is charged on the amount funded by the broker.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Brokerage<\/td><td>Brokerage charges apply to orders for buying and selling shares.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GST<\/td><td>GST is levied on brokerage, interest, and other applicable services.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exchange Transaction Charges<\/td><td>Fees charged by the stock exchange (NSE\/BSE).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stamp Duty<\/td><td>Stamp duty is applicable in accordance with state government regulations when purchasing shares.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SEBI Turnover Fees<\/td><td>Fees prescribed by SEBI on trade turnover.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DP Charges<\/td><td>A Depository Participant (DP) charge may apply when selling delivery shares.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pledge\/Unpledge Charges<\/td><td>This fee may apply if pledging or unpledging shares is required as part of the broker&#8217;s MTF process.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-factors-that-affect-margin-trading-interest-rates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_That_Affect_Margin_Trading_Interest_Rates\"><\/span>Factors That Affect Margin Trading Interest Rates\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MTF interest is not the same for every trade. It depends on certain key factors; understanding them allows you to better estimate the total cost of your trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MTF Interest Rate: <\/strong>Each broker sets its own MTF interest rate. Therefore, it is always beneficial to compare interest rates before initiating a trade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funded Amount: <\/strong>The interest payable increases in proportion to the amount funded by the broker. Hence, it is advisable to utilize margin only as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holding Duration: <\/strong>The longer an MTF position remains open, the longer the interest accrues. A shorter holding period helps keep interest costs low.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Broker&#8217;s Charges: <\/strong>In addition to interest, brokers levy brokerage fees and other charges. Therefore, rather than making a decision based solely on a low interest rate, you should consider the total cost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eligible MTF Stocks:<\/strong> Not all stocks are available for MTF. Funding and associated rules are based on the broker&#8217;s<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/mtf\/list\"> list of eligible MTF stocks<\/a>, which can also impact your trading costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-should-you-look-for-when-comparing-margin-trading-interest-rates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_look_for_when_comparing_margin_trading_interest_rates\"><\/span>What should you look for when comparing margin trading interest rates?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Compare\u00a0<\/th><th>Why is it necessary?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>MTF Interest Rate<\/td><td>Lower interest rates can reduce the total cost of holding.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MTF Stock List<\/td><td>First, check whether the stocks you wish to trade are available for MTF.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum Funding Limit<\/td><td>Different brokers offer varying funding limits, which can affect your purchasing power.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trading Platform<\/td><td>The fast and easy platform helps manage orders.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overall Pricing<\/td><td>Make sure to also check the brokerage and other applicable charges, in addition to the interest, so that you can get an accurate estimate of the total cost.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-margin-trading-interest-calculation-pocketful-vs-other-brokers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Margin_Trading_Interest_Calculation_Pocketful_vs_Other_Brokers\"><\/span>Margin Trading Interest Calculation: Pocketful vs Other Brokers\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even with the same funded amount and holding period, interest costs can vary due to different MTF interest rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Example Assume:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Funded Amount: \u20b91,00,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Holding Period: 30 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pocketful MTF Interest Rate: 5.99% p.a. (approx. 0.0164% per day)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other Broker Interest Rate (Example): 12% p.a. (approx. 0.0329% per day)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Particular\u00a0<\/th><th>Other Broker (12% p.a.)<\/th><th>Pocketful (5.99% p.a.)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Funded Amount<\/td><td>\u20b91,00,000<\/td><td>\u20b91,00,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Holding Period<\/td><td>30 Days<\/td><td>30 Days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Daily Interest<\/td><td>\u20b932.88<\/td><td>\u20b916.40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Interest for 30 Days<\/td><td>\u20b9986.30<\/td><td>\u20b9492.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Estimated Difference<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>\u20b9494.30 less<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read Also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/mtf-strategy-for-beginners\/\">MTF Strategy for Beginners in India<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before using MTF, you should consider not only the potential profits but also the interest costs. Having a clear understanding of how to calculate margin trading interest rates allows you to estimate the total cost of the trade in advance. This facilitates better decision-making and helps avoid unnecessary interest expenses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">S.NO.<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Check Out These Interesting Posts You Might Enjoy!<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/what-is-margin-against-shares\/\">Margin Against Shares: How Does it Work?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/what-is-margin-pledge\/\">Margin Pledge: Meaning, Risks, And Benefits<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/what-is-intraday-margin-trading\/\">What is Intraday Margin Trading?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/is-mtf-safe-in-india\/\">Is Margin Trading Facility (MTF) Safe in India?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/best-lowest-mtf-interest-rate-brokers-in-india\/\">Lowest MTF Interest Rate Brokers in India<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"saswp-faq-block-section\"><ol style=\"list-style-type:none\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">How is margin trading interest calculated?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Based on the funded amount, interest rate, and holding period.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Is interest charged on the total trade value?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No, mtf charges are only on the funded amount.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Is MTF interest charged daily?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Yes, mtf is usually daily.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">What affects margin trading interest?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Interest rate, funded amount, and holding period.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Can I reduce MTF interest costs?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Yes, by holding positions for a shorter period of time.<\/p><\/ul><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Using margin trading can boost your purchasing power; however, if you trade without understanding how margin trading interest rates are calculated, a portion of your profits could be consumed by interest costs. 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