Metals
Metals
Metals trading usually involve trading gold and silver. Metals trading is closely related to the outlook for the overall global economy and major currencies.
| Instruments (VIP Account) | Contract Size | Price | Spread From | Minimum Lots | Maximum Lots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAUUSD | 100 | 1778.66 | 0 | 0.01 | 20 |
| XAGUSD | 1000 | 23.503 | 0 | 0.01 | 20 |
Gold and silver provide an exciting trading opportunity for all traders, whether you’re looking for short-term speculation or a long-term investment. Due to their intrinsic value, metals are safe haven investments in times of financial storms and a good asset for portfolio diversification.
Why Trade Gold
Gold is the most actively traded of all metals. Its unique properties of durability, malleability and conductivity make it a very desirable and in-demand. Like most commodities, the price of gold is shaped by market forces of supply and demand. Couple the high demand for gold with a limited supply, and you have all the ingredients for a sought-after commodity that keeps its value over long periods of time.
Based on these characteristics, gold is often preferred by traders who are looking for a long- term investment. You can look for bullish or bearing markets, and price trends and reversals can be determined along with equity indices. For instance, a strong stock market is usually reflective of strong economic conditions, and thus weaker demand for gold as an investment. A bearish market, on the other hand, is indicative of weaker fundamentals and can make investors seek gold as a safe holding.
