| Long (Buy) | Short (Sell) | |
|---|---|---|
| Swap Rate | -7.981 | 0.906 |
| Per Standard Lot | -7.981 GBP | 0.906 GBP |
| Triple Swap Day | Wednesday | Wednesday |
Model the current overnight carry for EURGBP using the live long and short swap values.
Use the detailed Swap Calculator if you prefer.
Long swap cost = -7.981 GBP
Current overnight holding cost is -7.981 GBP per lot per night.
Positive carry
This is a carry trade opportunity. Your position generates income rather than incurring a cost while rates remain at these levels.
Afterprime's current EURGBP swap rates are -7.981 (long) and 0.906 (short) per standard lot per night, denominated in GBP.
Triple swap is charged on [Wednesday/Friday] to account for the Saturday and Sunday settlement period.
Multiply the swap rate by your lot size and nights held. Example: 2 lots long for 3 nights = -47.885999999999996 GBP.
The long swap on EURGBP is -7.981 GBP per lot per night — a cost on overnight buy positions.