How can I calculate the margin needed for a CFD trade?

When trading CFDs, you are required to deposit only a percentage of the total contract value. This percentage is known as the margin requirement.

Margin is based on the position’s notional value and the applicable margin rate. For a simple leverage-based requirement, margin = notional value ÷ leverage. For example, a USD3,000 position at 1:30 leverage requires USD100 of margin before other applicable requirements.

Live clients can access a margin calculator in the Client Portal.