There are a few possible reasons why the total value displayed on your brokerage account screen is slightly higher than the sum of your pending orders:
Estimated Fees & Commissions β Some brokerages include estimated fees, commissions, or taxes in the total, making it higher than just the raw order values.
Margin or Buying Power Adjustments β If your account is on margin, the system might be factoring in margin requirements or reserved funds, slightly adjusting the total shown.
Exchange or Regulatory Fees β Certain markets charge additional small fees (e.g., SEC fees, exchange fees) that may be included in the displayed total.
Foreign Exchange Rates β If any orders involve different currencies, slight FX rate fluctuations can create a small difference in the total displayed.
Round-off Differences β Some brokers round numbers slightly differently in different parts of the interface, leading to minor discrepancies.
Temporary Holding or Settlement Adjustments β If some funds are in the process of settling from previous trades, the system might temporarily reflect a slightly different amount.
If the difference is very small, itβs likely due to rounding or fees. If itβs significant, checking the detailed breakdown in your account history or order status page might help. Let me know if you need help figuring it out further!