Leverage offered versus used: what does your broker give you?
The leverage your broker offers depends on your location and their entity, and it rarely matches what you should use. Knowing the offer clarifies the temptations.
Share:
- the broker, entity and region
- the maximum leverage offered
- what you actually use and why
The leverage limits guide lists the regional caps.
Background: Leverage limits for retail traders in the EU, UK, Australia, Japan and the US
Regulators cap how much leverage brokers can give retail clients. The limits by market and region, and what professional status changes.
What is the maximum forex leverage in the EU and UK?
30:1 on major currency pairs for retail clients, 20:1 on other pairs, gold and major indices, and lower limits for other markets.
What leverage can US forex traders use?
Up to 50:1 on major currency pairs and 20:1 on other pairs, under CFTC and NFA rules.
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