Professional Energy CFD Trading
Access the global energy markets through Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on major crude oil benchmarks. Trade USOIL (WTI) and UKOIL (Brent) with competitive spreads, flexible leverage, and professional-grade trading tools designed for both retail and institutional traders.
High Leverage
Up to 1:100 leverage available
Low Spreads
Competitive spreads from 0.03
24/5 Trading
Trade around the clock
Regulated
Fully regulated platform
Available Energy CFDs
USOIL
US Oil (WTI Crude)
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is a grade of crude oil used as a benchmark in oil pricing.
Trading Specifications
Key Features
- Highly liquid market
- Low spreads
- 24/5 trading availability
- Real-time price updates
- Advanced charting tools
Risk Factors
- High volatility during news events
- Geopolitical influences
- Supply and demand fluctuations
- Economic indicators impact
About US Oil (WTI Crude)
WTI crude oil is a light, sweet crude oil that serves as one of the main global oil benchmarks. It's primarily extracted from wells in the United States and is known for its low sulfur content and relatively low density. WTI is actively traded on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) and is a key indicator of oil market sentiment and global economic health.
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UKOIL
UK Oil (Brent Crude)
Brent crude oil is a major trading classification of sweet light crude oil that serves as a benchmark.
Trading Specifications
Key Features
- Global benchmark pricing
- High liquidity
- Competitive spreads
- Extended trading hours
- Professional trading platform
Risk Factors
- Market volatility
- Currency exchange risks
- Political and economic events
- Weather-related disruptions
About UK Oil (Brent Crude)
Brent crude oil is extracted from oil fields in the North Sea between the United Kingdom and Norway. It's considered the global benchmark for oil prices, with approximately two-thirds of all crude oil contracts worldwide using Brent as their pricing reference. Brent crude is typically more expensive than WTI due to its lower sulfur content and easier transportation to global markets.
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Understanding Energy CFD Trading
What are Energy CFDs?
Contracts for Difference (CFDs) are derivative instruments that allow you to trade on the price movements of energy commodities without owning the underlying asset. When you trade energy CFDs, you're speculating on whether the price of oil will rise or fall.
Benefits of CFD Trading
- • Leverage: Trade with borrowed capital to amplify potential returns
- • Short Selling: Profit from falling prices as well as rising prices
- • No Ownership: No need to store or handle physical commodities
- • Flexible Position Sizes: Trade any amount that suits your strategy
Risk Management
CFD trading involves significant risk due to leverage and market volatility. It's essential to understand the risks and implement proper risk management strategies before trading.
⚠️ Risk Warning
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Risk Management Tips:
- • Use stop-loss orders to limit potential losses
- • Never risk more than you can afford to lose
- • Diversify your trading portfolio
- • Stay informed about market news and events
- • Practice with a demo account first
Oil Market Factors
Supply & Demand
Global oil supply and demand dynamics, including OPEC decisions, production levels, and consumption patterns, significantly impact oil prices.
Geopolitical Events
Political instability, conflicts, and sanctions in oil-producing regions can cause significant price volatility in energy markets.
Economic Indicators
Economic data such as GDP growth, inflation rates, and currency fluctuations influence oil demand and pricing across global markets.