Ways to trade

CFD Trading Accounts

Whatever your trading style or experience level, we have a trading account type to suit you.

Included across all accounts

We know that every trader is different. However, there are some things that all our clients look for in a trading account.

Minimum 0.01 lots trading size

Maximum 100 lots trading size

We offer 1:500 leverage1

No minimum account opening balance

Base currencies available: AUD, USD, JPY, GBP, EUR, CAD, CHF, NZD, SGD and HKD

Scalping allowed

Expert advisors allowed on all Pepperstone account types

Hedging allowed

News trading available

No dealing desk execution

Choose the right CFD Trading account

While all of our accounts include the features listed above, our Razor and Standard accounts do have some differences. If you need help deciding which account type is right for you, take a look at our FAQs or get in touch.

Razor Standard
Trading Platform Pepperstone Trading Platform, cTrader, TradingView/MetaTrader 4&5 Pepperstone Trading Platform, cTrader/MetaTrader 4&5
Commission (FX Only) 3.5 USD (per lot, per side) No commission
Spreads Raw Variable
Max Leverage for Retail Clients 1:30 1:30
Max Leverage for Professional Clients 1:500 1:500
Account currencies USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, CHF, JPY, NZD, SGD, HKD USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, CHF, JPY, NZD, SGD, HKD
Instrument Offered 1200+ 1200+
Stop Out Level (Retail) 50% 50%
Stop Out Level (Professional) 20% 20%
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*MetaTrader 4 commission is calculated for a round-turn transaction and is charged on the opening deal.

*Find out more about spreads, swaps and commissions.

If you’re not ready to start trading and would like to explore further, check out Pepperstone’s guide on what is CFD trading and how does it work to find out more.

Funding and Withdrawals

You can chose from a variety of payment options, knowing your information is safe and your funds are kept in segregated bank accounts in line with regulatory requirements.

Learn more about Funding and withdrawals

Pepperstone Retail Account Leverage

Instrument Retail Professional
Forex Major Up to 1:30 Up to 1:500
Forex Minor Up to 1:20 Up to 1:500
Forex Crosses Up to 1:20 Up to 1:500
Forex Exotics Up to 1:20 Up to 1:500
Forex NDF Up to 1:10 Up to 1:10
Major Indices Up to 1:20 Up to 1:400
Minor Indices Up to 1:10 Up to 1:100
Currency Indices Up to 1:10 Up to 1:200
Gold Up to 1:20 Up to 1:500
Metals Up to 1:10 Up to 1:100
Energies Up to 1:10 Up to 1:100
Soft Commodities Up to 1:10 Up to 1:50
Cryptocurrencies Up to 1:2 Up to 1:10
BTCUSDUp to 1:2Up to 1:100
ETHUSDUp to 1:2Up to 1:100
Stocks & ETFs Up to 1:5 Up to 1:20
Bonds Up to 1:5 Up to 1:10

Pepperstone Webtrader

Account type FAQs

    1. What's the difference between spreads and commission?

    Spreads are charged in the quote currency that you are trading. Commission is always charged in the same currency type you use in your account.

    Ready to trade?

    Opening an account is quick and easy. Apply and start trading.

    1:500 Leverage is applicable to professional clients only; retail leverage is capped at 1:30.