Key concepts you must understand before you start trading
Spread
The most direct trading cost
The spread is the difference between the Bid (sell) and Ask (buy) price of an instrument. For example, if EURUSD is quoted at 1.1000 / 1.1001, the spread is 0.1 pips.
At FXCG, we aggregate liquidity from top-tier providers to offer highly competitive spreads. ECN accounts can start from as low as 0.0 pips.
Margin
The capital required to open and maintain a leveraged position
Margin is not a fee, but a portion of the total trade value required as a deposit.
For example, with 1:500 leverage, you can control a $100,000 position with approximately $200.
Leverage
A tool to amplify trading power
Leverage allows you to control larger positions with smaller capital, increasing both potential profits and risks.
FXCG offers flexible leverage up to 1:1000. Always use leverage responsibly.
Lot Size
The standard unit of trading volume
Standard Lot: 100,000 units
Mini Lot: 10,000 units
Micro Lot: 1,000 units
FXCG supports trading from as low as 0.01 lots for precise risk control.
Commission
Transparent ECN pricing
ECN accounts (such as BLADE and SABER) use a raw spread + commission model.
You benefit from institutional spreads while paying a low fixed commission (e.g., $2 per lot per side).
Standard accounts offer zero commission with spreads starting from 1.0 pip.
Swap / Rollover
Overnight interest
Holding positions overnight may result in interest charges or earnings based on interest rate differentials.
FXCG offers competitive swap rates, which can be viewed directly in the MT4 platform.
Helping you understand price movements
Long & Short
Long: Buy an asset expecting the price to rise
Short: Sell an asset expecting the price to fall
FXCG allows both long and short trading across all asset classes.
Support & Resistance
Key price levels
Support: A level where buying pressure may prevent further decline
Resistance: A level where selling pressure may prevent further rise
These levels are essential for entry, exit, and risk management.
Stop Loss & Take Profit
Essential risk management tools
Stop Loss: Automatically closes a trade to limit losses
Take Profit: Automatically closes a trade to lock in gains
Using both is strongly recommended for disciplined trading.
Fundamental Analysis
Evaluating intrinsic value
Based on macroeconomic data such as GDP, employment, inflation (CPI), central bank policies, and geopolitical events.
Technical Analysis
Chart-based analysis
Using price charts, patterns (e.g., head and shoulders), and indicators (e.g., RSI, MACD, Moving Averages) to forecast price movements.
FXCG’s MT4 platform provides comprehensive tools for technical analysis.
Assets available on FXCG
Forex
The largest and most liquid financial market
Trade major, minor, and exotic currency pairs (60+ pairs available).
CFDs
Trade price movements without owning the underlying asset
CFDs allow you to trade indices, metals, energy, stocks, and cryptocurrencies.
Indices
Track the performance of stock markets
Examples include US30, NAS100, etc.
Precious Metals
Gold (XAUUSD), Silver (XAGUSD)
Safe-haven assets during times of uncertainty.
Commodities
Includes oil (USOIL, UKOIL) and natural gas
Highly volatile markets with strong liquidity and trading opportunities.
Cryptocurrencies
Trade BTC, ETH, and more
24/7 market access without the need for wallets or private keys.
Technology that powers your trading
Market Execution
Orders are executed at the best available market price.
Final prices may vary slightly due to slippage.
Instant Execution
Orders are executed at a requested price or requoted if unavailable.
Slippage
The difference between expected and actual execution price
Common in fast-moving markets. FXCG minimizes slippage through deep liquidity and low-latency infrastructure.
ECN (Electronic Communication Network)
Direct access to a global liquidity pool
Orders are matched between participants without dealer intervention.
FXCG’s BLADE and SABER accounts offer true ECN trading conditions.
MetaTrader 4 (MT4)
A globally recognized trading platform
Offers advanced charting tools, technical indicators, and automated trading (EA support).
HowtoContinueLearning
Real-Time Spreads & Swap Rates
Log into your MT4 platform, right-click on any instrument, and select “Specification” to view real-time trading conditions.
Practice Trading – Open a demo account to test strategies in a risk-free environment.