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COMMODITIES CFD TRADING

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What is Commodities Trading?

Commodities trading involves speculating on the price movements of raw materials or primary goods in global markets. These commodities are broadly classified into two categories:

Hard Commodities

Hard commodities are natural resources that are mined or extracted, such as gold, silver, oil and natural gas.

Soft Commodities

Soft commodities include agricultural products and livestock, such as coffee, soybeans, cotton and sugar.

With Vantage Australia, you can trade commodities via Contracts for Difference (CFDs), which allow you to speculate on price movements without owning the underlying assets. However, trading CFDs involves leverage, which can amplify both potential profits and losses.

Gain exposure to a range of commodity markets via CFDs, including precious metals, energy products, and soft commodities — all from a single platform.

TYPES OF COMMODITIES AVAILABLE FOR CFD TRADING

  • Gold Trading

    Gold is a widely traded commodity, often perceived as a safe haven during periods of economic uncertainty. With gold CFDs (XAUUSD), traders can speculate on price movements without owning physical gold. However, CFDs are complex products that use leverage, which can amplify both gains and losses.

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    Commodities Trading

  • Metals Trading

    Precious metals like gold and silver are seen as stores of value during market volatility. With Vantage CFDs, you can trade metals like XAUUSD and XAGUSD during extended hours. CFDs use leverage, which can magnify both gains and losses.

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    Commodities Trading

  • Energy Trading

    Energy trading involves speculating on the price movements of crude oil, natural gas, and Brent oil. With Vantage CFDs, you can trade USOUSD and UKOUSD with no monthly rollover fees. As CFDs are leveraged instruments, they also carry the risk of amplifying losses when markets move against your position.

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    Commodities Trading

  • Soft Commodities

    Soft commodities like coffee, cocoa, and cotton are affected by weather, demand, and geopolitics. With Vantage CFDs, you can trade price movements without owning the assets. However, it is important to be aware leverage can magnify both gains and losses.

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WHY TRADE COMMODITY CFDS WITH VANTAGE?

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    Accessibility to Commodity Market

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    Discover the potential of taking both long and short positions on various commodities products such as precious metals and soft commodities.

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    Competitive Spreads on Raw ECN Accounts

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    With competitive spreads, trade the world’s most traded commodity products at minimum cost.

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    Trade
    On The Go

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    Buy and sell anytime. React swiftly to news on our trading platform and mobile app.

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    Competitive Costs

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    Explore the potential of taking both long and short positions in stocks of some of the largest companies around with ultra-competitive pricing. Learn about our competitive commission fees by visiting our "All Instruments" page.

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    Free Educational
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    Equip yourself with commodities trading knowledge through free educational materials at our academy.  

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    Trade Bull & Bear
    Markets

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    Flexibility to trade in both rising and falling commodities markets

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    Risk Management
    Tools

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    Vantage offers negative balance protection, price alerts and stop-loss tools to help you manage your downside risk. 

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    MT4 & MT5
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    Get access to commodity markets with powerful MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 trading platforms.

HOW TO TRADE COMMODITY CFDS WITH VANTAGE? – A SIMPLE 5-STEP GUIDE

  • 1

    Open a Live Account

    Sign up with Vantage and verify your account.

  • 2

    Deposit Funds

    Securely add funds to your trading account using multiple payment options.

  • 3

    Analyse Commodity Markets

    Use Vantage's tools and charts to spot index CFD opportunities. Plan your trade and assess your risk before entering.

  • 4

    Open & Monitor Your First Trade

    Place a trade and manage risk using stop-loss and take-profit orders to manage your exposure.

  • 5

    Close the Position to Complete the Trade

    Exit your trade to realise potential profits or manage risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1

    What are commodities?

    Commodities refer to tangible goods that are actively traded on different commodity markets. These goods can be classified into two main categories: hard commodities and soft commodities.

    Hard commodities encompass natural resources, such as oil, gold, and rubber, which are typically obtained through mining or extraction processes. On the other hand, soft commodities are agricultural products like coffee, wheat, cotton and sugar that are grown rather than mined.

    When you trade commodities, you're buying or selling these raw materials in a marketplace, whether to hedge against price fluctuations or speculate on future price movements. Commodity trading offers a way for traders to diversify investment portfolios. Both hard and soft commodities can be traded via CFDs with Vantage.
  • 2

    How do I start trading commodities?

    You can start by setting up a trading account with Vantage. Then, fund your account using our range of convenient funding methods, all available without any deposit fees. Next, select your preferred commodity product and open a position. When you feel the time is right, close the position to complete your trade.
    You can tap on our library of free educational materials to better understand the product and trading strategies.
  • 3

    What are the top 3 commodities?

    Three of the most commonly traded commodities include crude oil, gold, silver and base metals.
  • 4

    How much money do I need to start commodity trading?

    When using Vantage, you have the option to begin trading with a minimum deposit of AUD$50. However, the specific amount required to trade commodities will vary based on factors, such as the type of commodities, leverage used, and your personal risk tolerance.
  • 5

    What are the similarities and differences between Forex and Commodities Trading?

    Both forex and commodities trading involve buying and selling assets to profit from price movements, but they differ in several key aspects including volatility, trading hours and hedging.

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