Margins depend on contract size and leverage applied to your trading account.
Spot Metals Trading
Access global spot metals trading with tight spreads, fast execution, and powerful MT5 platform. Trade gold (XAU/USD) and silver (XAG/USD) with flexible leverage and 24-hour market access.
Trade Spot Metals with Alpha Prime FX
Choose a trusted broker that delivers secure trading, transparent pricing, and professional execution.
We provide a seamless trading environment designed for both beginner and experienced traders. Through the MetaTrader platform, you gain access to live gold and silver prices, technical indicators, risk management tools, and automated trading features.
Trade metals against major currencies such as:
Gold vs USD (XAU/USD)
Silver vs USD (XAG/USD)
Safe Haven Asset
Gold is widely recognized as a safe-haven investment during inflation, economic instability, and geopolitical uncertainty.
Portfolio Diversification
Precious metals help balance risk by diversifying exposure beyond currencies and equities.
High Liquidity
The global gold and silver markets maintain strong liquidity, ensuring smooth order execution.
Hedge Against Inflation
Metals are commonly used to protect capital against currency depreciation and rising inflation.
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What is Spot Metals Trading?
Spot metals trading involves buying or selling gold and silver at the current market price (spot price). Unlike futures contracts, spot trading reflects live pricing based on global supply and demand.
Prices are influenced by:
Interest rate changes
Inflation data
Central bank policies
Economic growth indicators
Global geopolitical events
Because of their global demand and historical value, gold and silver remain among the most actively traded commodities worldwide.
Specification of Spot Metals
Get an overview of Contract size, Tick size and Swaps.
Symbol | Full name | Contract size | Tick size | Swap Short/Long (points) | Comission | Monday open time GMT+2 | Trading time** (GMT+2) | Friday close time GMT+2 | Trading Platform |
XAGAUD | Silver vs Australian Dollar / Spot | 5000 | 0.001 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:00-23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XAGUSD | Silver vs US Dollar / Spot | 5000 | 0.001 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUAUD | Gold vs Australian Dollar / Spot | 100 | 0.001 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUEUR | Gold vs Euro / Spot | 100 | 0.01 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUUSD | Gold vs US Dollar / Spot | 100 | 0.01 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XPDUSD | Palladium vs US Dollar / Spot | 100 | 0.01 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
XPTUSD | Platinum vs US Dollar / Spot | 100 | 0.01 | 0 | 0 | 23:55 | 01:05 - 23:55 | 23:55 | MT5 |
Symbol | Contract size | Trading time** (GMT+2) | Trading Platform |
XAGAUD | 5000 | 01:00-23:55 | MT5 |
XAGUSD | 5000 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUAUD | 100 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUEUR | 100 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
XAUUSD | 100 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
XPDUSD | 100 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
XPTUSD | 100 | 01:05 - 23:55 | MT5 |
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Diversify your portfolio by trading Forex, metals, indices, energies, and cryptocurrencies — all in one powerful platform.
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Built by experienced financial professionals, Alpha Prime FX delivers reliability, transparency, and trusted trading conditions.
Ultra-Tight Spreads
Reduce trading costs and maximize potential returns with highly competitive spreads available 24/5.
Safety of Funds
Client funds are securely held in segregated accounts with negative balance protection for enhanced security.
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Our multilingual support team is available around the clock to assist you whenever you need help.
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How are margins calculated for gold trading?
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What are the gold trading hours?
Spot metals markets operate 24 hours a day, five days a week.
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Can I trade metals during market volatility?
Yes, metals are actively traded during high-impact economic events.
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Do spot metal trades expire?
No, spot metal trades do not have an expiration date like futures contracts.
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Is metals trading suitable for beginners?
With proper risk management and education, beginners can participate effectively.
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