What are the margin rules applied on the platform?

Margin rules define how much collateral is required to open or maintain a position, depending on leverage and instrument specifications. These rules establish the minimum amount of funds a trader must have available in their account to support each open position, ensuring that sufficient capital is in place to cover potential market fluctuations.

There are two key margin levels that traders should understand. Initial margin is the amount required to open a new position — it represents the minimum collateral needed before the trade can be placed. Maintenance margin is the minimum balance that must be maintained while the position remains open. If the account equity falls below the maintenance margin level due to adverse price movements, the platform may issue a margin call, requesting additional funds, or may automatically close positions to prevent further losses and protect the account from a negative balance.

Margin requirements are not fixed — they can vary based on several factors, including the instrument being traded, the leverage applied, current market volatility, and regulatory guidelines. For example, more volatile instruments or those with lower liquidity typically carry higher margin requirements to account for the greater risk of sudden price swings. Regulatory frameworks in many jurisdictions also set minimum margin standards to protect retail traders from excessive exposure. Traders should regularly monitor their margin levels, especially during periods of heightened market activity, and familiarise themselves with the specific margin rules for each instrument they trade to avoid unexpected position closures or margin calls.