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العربيةSafe-haven asset
Gold and silver are widely regarded as safe-haven assets that tend to hold up when geopolitics or market volatility intensify.
Introduction to Precious Metals Trading
Precious metals CFD trading means buying and selling gold, silver and other precious metals in the form of CFDs by anticipating their price movements, without ever holding or taking delivery of the physical metal.
Gold and silver. Certainty proven again and again over thousands of years. In times of uncertainty, they remain the deepest line of defence in any portfolio.
At LAKEFOX you can trade gold (XAU/USD) and silver (XAG/USD) CFDs, connected to deep global liquidity with STP direct execution and transparent pricing.
Why traders choose precious metals CFDs
Store of value
Precious metals depend on no government or central bank, and can help preserve purchasing power in an inflationary environment.
Trade both directions
Go long or short — capture opportunities whether prices rise or fall.
Leveraged trading
Use leverage to make more efficient use of your capital.
Global liquidity
The precious metals market is actively traded, with deep order books and fast execution.
Precious Metals Trading Example Gold XAU/USD
Take gold (XAU/USD) with 1 standard lot (100 oz) as an example: the quote is 4,620.00 / 4,620.20 (bid / ask).
Buy XAU/USD
Buy 1 standard lot (100 oz) of gold at 4,620.20.
If the price rises to 4,625.20 (+5), you would make a profit of around USD 500.
If it falls to 4,615.20 (-5), you would incur a loss of around USD 500.
Sell XAU/USD
Sell 1 standard lot of gold at 4,620.00.
If the price falls to 4,612.00 (-8), you would make a profit of around USD 800.
If it rises to 4,628.00 (+8), you would incur a loss of around USD 800.
Note: The examples above exclude trading costs such as spreads and overnight interest. They are provided solely to illustrate how CFD trading works and do not constitute trading advice.
Why Trade Precious Metals with LAKEFOX?
From regulation and fund security to execution, spreads and rebates, we get every detail that traders care about right.
Regulatory Protection
Regulated by both ASIC and FSCA, with client funds held in segregated accounts.
STP Direct Execution
Orders go straight to the market with no dealer intervention.
Low Spreads
Spreads from as low as 0.0 pips (subject to live quotes) to keep trading costs in check.
Flexible Leverage
Leverage of up to 1:2000 to suit different trading strategies and risk appetites.
Deep Liquidity
Direct access to the world's top-tier liquidity providers.
Volume Trading Rebates
Earn cash rebates based on your monthly trading volume.
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Precious Metals Trading FAQs
Answers to the questions you care about most on precious metals CFDs.
What is precious metals CFD trading?
Precious metals CFD trading means buying and selling gold, silver and other precious metals in the form of CFDs by anticipating their price movements, without ever holding or taking delivery of the physical metal. With leverage, you can control a larger position with a smaller initial outlay, and go long or short to seek opportunities in different market conditions.
Are precious metals worth investing in?
Gold, silver and other precious metals play a unique role in an investment portfolio. They do not rely on the credit backing of any government or central bank, and they tend to show strong safe-haven qualities when global uncertainty rises. Their prices are also influenced by inflation expectations, real interest rates, the US dollar and geopolitics, and they typically have a low correlation with traditional assets such as stocks and bonds. That makes them a natural part of a diversified allocation, helping investors spread risk across different market conditions.
Whether they are worth investing in depends on your allocation goals, risk tolerance and investment horizon. Every investment decision should be based on a full understanding of your own situation.
Where can I trade precious metals?
At LAKEFOX, you can trade gold (XAU/USD) and silver (XAG/USD) CFDs on the MT5 platform, with millisecond execution speeds and flexible high leverage. One account lets you trade anywhere, anytime on PC, iOS or Android.
How is trading precious metals different from trading forex?
Both are CFD products with similar mechanics, and both allow two-way trading with leverage. The key differences: precious metals offer stronger safe-haven and store-of-value qualities, and gold does not depend on the credit backing of any country or institution. Precious metals can also behave differently from currencies at times, making them a diversifying option for a portfolio.