CFD Trading
CFD trading lets you trade on the price movements of financial instruments, such as forex, indices, shares, commodities, and crypto, without ever owning the underlying asset. Whether prices rise or fall, there‘s an opportunity to profit. And with leverage, you can open larger positions with a smaller initial deposit.
This page covers everything you need to start trading CFDs with a trusted, regulated platform.
What Is CFD Trading and How Does It Work
Understanding Contracts for Difference
A Contract for Difference (CFD) is an agreement between you and your broker to exchange the difference in price of an asset from when you open a trade to when you close it. You do not own the asset itself. Your profit or loss depends on how much the price moves and the size of your position.
Going Long vs Going Short
If you think the price will rise, you open a buy position (go long). If you think the price will fall, you open a sell position (go short). This means you can look for trading opportunities in both rising and falling markets, not just when prices go up.
How Leverage Works in CFD Trading
CFDs use leverage, which means you only need to put up a small deposit called margin to open a trade. For example, with 10:1 leverage, a $1,000 deposit lets you control a $10,000 position. If the trade moves 5% in your favour, your gain is based on the full $10,000. But if it moves 5% against you, you lose $500, which is 50% of your deposit. This is why managing leverage carefully is so important.
Why Trade CFDs with FXTRADING.com?
FXTRADING.com gives traders access to over 500 instruments across forex, indices, metals, cryptocurrencies, and equities. The platform is built and managed in-house, giving the team full control over performance, security, and new features.
Traders in Singapore can open SGD accounts and get support in their local language.
Regulated CFD Broker
Competitive Spreads and Low Costs
Advanced Trading Technology
Dedicated Support
CFD Trading Costs and Fees
FXTRADING.com keeps pricing simple and transparent. Client funds are held in separate accounts at multiple top-tier banks for added security.
Spreads
Commissions
Overnight Financing
Margin Requirements
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From 0.0 pips |
| Commissions |
From $0.40 each side per lot |
| Leverage |
Up to 2000:1 |
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| Min. Deposit |
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| Spreads |
From 0.1 pips |
| Commissions |
From $3.50 each side per lot |
| Leverage |
Up to 2000:1 |
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| Min. Deposit |
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| Spreads |
From 0.1 pips |
| Commissions |
No Commission |
| Leverage |
Up to 2000:1 |
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CFD Trading Platforms and Tools
Web Trading Platform
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 (MT4/MT5)
Risk Management and Trading Tools
How to Start CFD Trading
Open a Trading Account
Practise with a Demo Account
Fund Your Account and Start Trading
Frequently Asked Questions About CFD Trading
CFD trading lets you trade on the price movements of markets like forex, indices, commodities, crypto, and shares without owning the underlying asset. You make a profit if the price moves in the direction you predicted and a loss if it moves against you.
CFD trading is legal in many countries when offered by regulated brokers.
FXTRADING.com operates under strict regulatory oversight. FXTRADING.com is the trading name of Gleneagle Securities (AUST) Pty Limited. In Australia, Gleneagle Securities Pty Ltd holds an Australian Financial Services Licence No. 337985. In Vanuatu the company operates under a Securities Dealers Licence No. 40256 issued by the VFSC.
The minimum deposit at FXTRADING.com is $50. Having enough capital and a clear risk management plan is important before you start trading with leverage.
Leverage lets you open a larger trade with a smaller deposit. At FXTRADING.com, leverage is available up to 2000:1 depending on the instrument. It can increase your profits but also your losses, so always use stop-loss orders and only risk what you can afford to lose.
The main costs are spreads, commissions on some account types, and overnight swap rates for trades held past the daily close. At FXTRADING.com, spreads start from 0.0 pips on major forex pairs. The exact cost depends on the instrument, your account type, and market conditions.
Yes. FXTRADING.com operates under licensed entities in the following jurisdictions:
- Australia – FXTRADING.com is the trading name of Gleneagle Securities (AUST) Pty Limited which holds an Australian Financial Services Licence AFSL 337985.
- Vanuatu – The company operates under a Securities Dealers Licence issued by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission VFSC (Licence No. 40256).
These licences ensure compliance with strict financial operational and security standards.
Yes. FXTRADING.com operates under licensed entities in the following jurisdictions:
- Australia – FXTRADING.com is the trading name of Gleneagle Securities (AUST) Pty Limited which holds an Australian Financial Services Licence AFSL 337985.
- Vanuatu – The company operates under a Securities Dealers Licence issued by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission VFSC (Licence No. 40256).
These licences ensure compliance with strict financial operational and security standards.