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size=2>This has been discussed before but I would like to add some comments on 
this subject.
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size=2>Using a fixed commission from the portfolio module is not accuratesince 
slippage is better calculated as a percentage of the 
trade.
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class=790200616-18042002>Using a percentage Commission in Settings is not 
accurate since commissions are 
fixed.
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class=790200616-18042002>Tomasz, would it be best to have both:  a fixed 
amount for commissions and a percentage field for slippage.  These would be 
combined to give a more accurate trade 
cost.
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class=790200616-18042002>Thanks,
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class=790200616-18042002>Rick