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As popular as CFD trading<\/a> has become worldwide, there are considerable risks that this form of trading incurs. In this article, we\u2019ll discuss some of the most significant risks that traders should be mindful of. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Market volatility<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traders use Contracts for Difference (CFDs) to speculate on the price movement of underlying assets. If they anticipate that prices will rise, they\u2019ll typically decide to go long. Adversely, if they predict that prices will drop, they\u2019ll usually opt to go short. The trading decision is ultimately based on the speculation that the price of the specific underlying asset will move in your favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, markets may be quickly impacted by a range of unexpected factors that even the most educated trader may not have foreseen. This could be a shift in governmental policy, political uncertainties, economic releases, investor sentiment, industry changes, etc. This may cause asset prices to move in an unfavorable direction, resulting in margin calls that potentially can\u2019t be met. As a result, the trader\u2019s position may be closed or the trader may be forced to sell at a loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. CFDs are leveraged financial derivatives<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Leverage offers traders a way to gain larger exposure<\/a> to a financial market with a smaller sum of capital. This could be 5x or even 20x the trader\u2019s deposit (margin) amount. A trader\u2019s total exposure compared to their margin is called the leverage ratio. However, while leverage may amplify the potential for gains, it also does the same for losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reason? Well, while only a small sum of money is required to open a position, the profit or loss is calculated on that position\u2019s full value. In the case of an adverse trading outcome, that loss may far exceed the trader\u2019s initial capital outlay. And if proper risk management measures haven\u2019t been adopted, the trader stands the risk of losing all their money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Counterparty CFD trading risk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A CFD is a contract entered into between a broker and a trader, enabling the trader to speculate on changes in the price of the underlying asset (e.g., stocks, currency pairs, commodities, etc). \u00a0The trader does not take ownership of the asset. Instead, the instrument they are trading is the contract itself. Further, the contract can only be closed with the counterparty (the broker) that issued it. This requires responsible risk management not only by the trader but by the broker too. Remember, in essence, you are relying on the counterparty to stay in business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, one may even have to contend with the possibility that the CFD provider may be taking an opposite side to you (the trader) when appropriate. But what happens if a CFD broker<\/a> goes bankrupt or becomes insolvent? The trader may face difficulties accessing their funds, and face considerable losses, depending on the size of their investment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. No physical ownership of the asset<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we\u2019ve already mentioned, the CFD gives no ownership rights related to the underlying asset to the trader. The trader simply speculates on the price movement of the asset. While this may eliminate the costs associated with storing or insuring different forms of assets, it also takes away any voting rights or dividends that may be associated with a specific asset type, e.g. c\u1ed5 phi\u1ebfu<\/a>. While this is not necessarily a risk per se, it may be considered a disadvantage by certain types of traders or investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Overtrading<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CFDs are regularly used as a tool for diversifying one’s trading portfolio. Through them, a trader is able to engage with different markets and assets, rather than focusing on just one. However, while this offers a way for traders to maximize varied trading opportunities, it can also result in overtrading and exposure to a wider scope of unanticipated risk.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Liquidity and gapping<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we\u2019ve already ascertained, market conditions significantly impact financial transactions, thereby increasing the potential for risk. One of these risks is liquidity or the lack thereof. This arises when there aren\u2019t enough trades being made in respect of a particular asset.\u00a0 Should this happen, the existing CFD may become illiquid and require an additional margin payment or close at an unfavorable price. Additionally, due to how quickly th\u1ecb tr\u01b0\u1eddng t\u00e0i ch\u00ednh<\/a> can fluctuate, the price of a CFD can drop before your trade is executed at the price originally agreed upon. This is known as gapping. As a result, the contract holder may lose out on profits or cover losses incurred by the CFD provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So how should one handle the risks that come with CFD trading?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are several actions CFD traders can take to manage CFD trading risk, in order to safeguard their capital. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s look at some of them:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Risk management plan<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n