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Kelly Criterion
A mathematical formula used to determine the optimal size of a series of bets or investments to maximize long-term wealth growth.
Example
“For example, if a trading strategy has a 60% win rate and a 2:1 reward-to-risk ratio, the Kelly Criterion suggests risking approximately 40% of capital per trade, though most traders use a fraction of Kelly to reduce volatility.”