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Full-loss settlement

The losing outcome returns none of the contract stake. It exposes the downside behind a headline payout.

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Direct answer

Where this term appears

Look for this term around the chart, strike or barrier controls, payout display, order confirmation, result history, or contract specification. The recorded value should be understandable before an order is confirmed.

Use the definition above together with the exact value, condition, timestamp, account, product, or payment context shown by the broker.

Do not confuse

How Full-loss settlement differs from related terms

Full-loss settlement is often researched beside Percentage-return payout and Loss rebate and Contract multiplier. The labels can appear in the same workflow, but they do not describe the same field or condition.

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Percentage-return payout

A successful outcome pays a return calculated as a stated percentage of the original stake.

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Loss rebate

A contract returns a stated portion of the stake after an unsuccessful settlement. It changes the break-even calculation.

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Contract multiplier

A number applied to a stated settlement value to calculate the total amount paid per contract.

Practical use

Read the number on one consistent basis

Full-loss settlement means the losing outcome returns none of the contract stake. It exposes the downside behind a headline payout. A numeric field is useful only when its unit, numerator, denominator, observation period, account scope, and exclusions are stated. Two brokers can display the same number while measuring different things.

A neutral example

Record the displayed value together with the asset or payment method, account tier, currency, product, timestamp, and condition. Recalculate the figure from the underlying amounts where possible.

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Definition

The broker's formula, unit, scope, and included result states.

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Observation

A dated screen or transaction record showing the value in its real context.

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Normalization

The converted value on the same net, gross, per-trade, per-day, or per-method basis used for competitors.

In a broker review

How to use Full-loss settlement in a comparison

In a broker review, do not read Full-loss settlement in isolation. Match the broker's own definition to the relevant contract, account, pricing, payment, or platform screen and record the condition that changes its meaning.

Comparison context

Why it matters when comparing brokers

How to use this term

Pricing and settlement terms determine what the platform records, when the result is evaluated, and how the return is calculated. Small differences can change whether two displayed offers are genuinely comparable.

What it does not prove

A high displayed percentage or precise chart does not by itself establish a fair settlement process. The source, timestamp, quote side, cutoff, and exception rules still matter.

Broker checklist

What to verify

Check these points on the broker's product screen, account flow, terms, or help pages.

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Displayed basis

Check whether the figure is gross return, net profit, refund, or another calculation.

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Timestamp

Compare entry, cutoff, observation, and settlement times using the same time basis.

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Price rule

Confirm whether bid, ask, midpoint, last price, or another quote determines the result.

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Exceptions

Read tie, void, rejection, requote, outage, and correction rules.

Quick answers

Common questions

Short answers for users comparing binary options brokers and account conditions.

What is Full-loss settlement commonly compared with?

Full-loss settlement is commonly compared with Percentage-return payout. Percentage-return payout means: A successful outcome pays a return calculated as a stated percentage of the original stake.

Why does this term matter when comparing brokers?

Pricing and settlement terms determine what the platform records, when the result is evaluated, and how the return is calculated. Small differences can change whether two displayed offers are genuinely comparable.

What should I check when comparing this feature?

A high displayed percentage or precise chart does not by itself establish a fair settlement process. The source, timestamp, quote side, cutoff, and exception rules still matter. Check the broker's definition, applicable terms, and account or product screen before relying on the label.