Liquidity for CFDs is comparable to the underlying. Different indices and commodities experience different levels of volatility and liquidity. To see the full specifications for each asset, see the CFD Product Guide.
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No, FXCM maintains a no re-quote policy for forex orders, indices, metals, and oil. Circumstances may exist based on order size, trading pattern, and/or market conditions when individuals may not receive execution at the requested rate. In such cases, orders…
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Under most conditions, the minimum price movement for each CFD is similar to the underlying. To see the full specifications for each asset, see the CFD Product Guide.
Yes, there are. CFDs give traders a lot of options that he would not otherwise have, allowing him to be flexible. CFDs are traded with leverage, allowing a trader to control a large market position while employing a smaller amount…
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Yes, margin requirements can periodically change to account for changes in market volatility and currency exchange rates. Any margin changes will be shown in the MMR column in the Simple Dealing Rates window of the Trading Station. Margin requirement changes…
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FXCM uses a "lot-based" trading system. This allows our platform to aggregate all client positions into standardised trade sizes, simplifying the process of trading in several different markets on one account. It also allows the platform to track profits and…
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A pip is the increment FXCM uses to account for profits and losses. It is the standard used in the Forex market, in place of "points" or "ticks". On Forex instruments, the "pip" is the second-to-last digit in a price…
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No. Due to the imperfect nature of hedging, hedging with different assets is still prone to considerable risk, and hence does not figure into margin calculations. Please be advised that trading on margin carries a significant risk of loss…
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