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Metals Basics

What Moves Gold and Silver

Gold and silver are among the most traded assets in the world. Popular symbols include:

XAU/USDXAG/USD

Metal prices react to real interest rates, the strength of the US dollar, inflation expectations and demand in times of crisis. With CFDs you can trade rising or falling prices without holding physical metal.

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Gold & Silver

  1. 1Gold and InflationThe historical relationship.
  2. 2Gold as an AnchorHistory and modern role.
  3. 3Spreads and CostsWhat you pay to trade.
  4. 4Placing a Stop LossProtecting a position.

Metals CFDs

Why Traders Choose Gold

Gold CFDs let you trade one of the oldest stores of value, in both directions.

  1. A Classic Store of ValueGold has long been used to protect value in periods of inflation.
  2. Linked to the Big PictureInterest rates and the US dollar weigh on metal prices.
  3. Both DirectionsBuy or sell, depending on your view of the market.

Leverage amplifies gains as well as losses. Make sure you understand the risks before trading.

Live prices from FXBITI MetaTrader 5

SymbolBidToday
XAUUSD······
XAGUSD······

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Metals Markets

Trade Gold and Silver

Two metals, two different behaviours.

Gold

XAU/USD

The most watched metal, closely linked to interest rates, the dollar and risk sentiment.

Silver

XAG/USD

A precious metal that is also used in industry, often with larger price swings than gold.

Diversification

Beyond Currencies

Metals often move differently from currency pairs and stock indices.

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General FAQs

1What is XAU/USD?

It is the price of one troy ounce of gold in US dollars.

2What moves the price of gold?

Real interest rates, the US dollar, inflation expectations and demand in times of uncertainty.

3Do I own physical gold when I trade a CFD?

No. A CFD tracks the price; you do not hold the metal.

4Can I practise gold trading first?

Yes, on a free demo account on MetaTrader 5.