Complete Trading Instruments Portfolio for Indian Traders on Eightcap

Understanding Eightcap Trading Instruments Portfolio

Our company provides Indian traders access to over 500 trading instruments across multiple asset classes. We offer forex pairs, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and shares through MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and TradingView platforms. Each instrument comes with competitive spreads starting from 0.0 pips on our Raw account type.

Indian residents can trade major currency pairs like EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY with leverage up to 1:500. We also provide exotic pairs including USD/INR for local currency exposure. Our platform supports both standard and micro lot sizes (0.01 lots minimum) to accommodate different trading strategies.

The execution speed averages 30 milliseconds across all trading instruments. We maintain deep liquidity pools through partnerships with tier-1 banks and prime brokers. This ensures minimal slippage during volatile market conditions.

Forex Trading Instruments Available

We provide access to major, minor, and exotic currency pairs for Indian traders. Major pairs include EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, USD/CHF, AUD/USD, USD/CAD, and NZD/USD. These instruments offer the tightest spreads and highest liquidity throughout Asian, European, and American trading sessions.

Major Currency Pairs Features

Our major forex pairs feature variable spreads starting from 0.0 pips on Raw accounts. Standard account holders access spreads from 1.0 pips with no commission structure. We offer 24-hour trading Monday through Friday with automatic rollover at 5 PM EST.

Position sizes range from 0.01 lots (1,000 units) to 100 lots (10,000,000 units) per trade. Margin requirements vary by currency pair and account leverage settings. USD/JPY requires 0.2% margin at 1:500 leverage while exotic pairs need 2% margin.

Minor and Exotic Pairs Selection

We include minor pairs like EUR/GBP, EUR/CHF, GBP/JPY, and AUD/JPY for cross-currency trading strategies. Exotic pairs feature emerging market currencies including USD/INR, EUR/TRY, and USD/ZAR. These instruments typically have wider spreads but offer unique trading opportunities.

Trading hours for exotic pairs may differ from major pairs due to local market schedules. USD/INR trades during Indian market hours (9:15 AM to 3:30 PM IST) with extended electronic trading until 5:00 PM IST.

Index CFD Trading Options

Our platform includes 15+ global stock indices as CFD instruments. Popular choices for Indian traders include Nifty 50, S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, FTSE 100, DAX 30, and Nikkei 225. Each index CFD reflects the underlying market performance without requiring individual stock purchases.

Index CFDs trade with fractional pricing based on underlying index points. S&P 500 CFD trades at $1 per point while Nifty 50 CFD uses INR 1 per point calculation. We apply overnight financing charges for positions held beyond market close.

The following features characterize our index CFD offerings:

• Real-time price feeds from primary exchanges
• No expiration dates unlike futures contracts
• Dividend adjustments for relevant indices
• Weekend gap protection on Monday openings
• Micro lot sizing for position management

Leverage settings reach 1:200 for major indices and 1:100 for emerging market indices. Margin requirements start at 0.5% for developed market indices. We calculate overnight swaps based on interbank rates plus our markup.

Commodity Trading Instruments

We offer eight primary commodity CFDs including gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, copper, platinum, palladium, and agricultural products. Gold (XAU/USD) remains the most popular choice among Indian traders due to cultural affinity and inflation hedging properties.

Precious Metals Trading

Gold CFD trades with spreads from 0.03 points during London market hours. Silver CFD features spreads from 0.04 points with similar trading conditions. Both metals trade 24 hours Monday through Friday with brief maintenance windows.

Position sizes for gold start at 0.01 lots (1 troy ounce) with maximum positions up to 100 lots. We apply storage costs through daily swap charges reflecting physical metal storage expenses. Weekend holding costs apply for positions maintained over Saturday and Sunday.

Energy and Industrial Metals

Crude oil CFD (WTI and Brent) trades with 0.05 point spreads during active market hours. Natural gas features 0.03 point spreads with higher volatility characteristics. Copper CFD provides exposure to industrial demand cycles with 0.004 point spreads.

Energy commodities experience increased volatility during inventory announcements and geopolitical events. We recommend using stop-loss orders and position sizing appropriate for commodity price swings.

Cryptocurrency CFD Selection

Our cryptocurrency portfolio includes 12 digital assets traded as CFDs against USD. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple, and other major cryptocurrencies trade with leverage up to 1:10. We maintain 24/7 trading availability matching global crypto market operations.

Cryptocurrency CFDs feature percentage-based spreads starting from 0.5% for Bitcoin and Ethereum. Smaller altcoins carry wider spreads reflecting lower liquidity conditions. We source prices from multiple cryptocurrency exchanges to ensure fair market representation.

Major Cryptocurrency Features

Bitcoin CFD (BTC/USD) trades with 0.5% spreads and $1 minimum position sizes. Ethereum CFD (ETH/USD) offers similar conditions with $0.10 minimum positions. Both instruments support fractional trading allowing precise position sizing.

We apply overnight financing charges based on cryptocurrency lending rates. Long positions incur daily charges while short positions may receive credits depending on market conditions. Weekend charges apply at triple rates for positions held over Saturday and Sunday.

Alternative Cryptocurrency Options

Smaller cryptocurrencies include Litecoin, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, Cardano, Polkadot, and Chainlink CFDs. These instruments feature wider spreads ranging from 1% to 3% depending on underlying market liquidity. Position limits apply to manage risk exposure.

Trading hours remain 24/7 for all cryptocurrency CFDs including weekends. Price gaps may occur during low liquidity periods or major news events affecting specific cryptocurrencies.

Share CFD Trading Opportunities

We provide CFD access to popular international stocks without requiring direct share ownership. Available shares include major US technology stocks, European blue chips, and select Asian companies. Share CFDs trade during respective market hours with extended session availability.

Popular choices include Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Tesla, Google, Facebook, and Netflix from US markets. European options feature Volkswagen, ASML, Nestle, and LVMH. Each share CFD reflects underlying stock price movements with dividend adjustments.

The following advantages characterize share CFD trading:

• No stamp duty or share transfer fees
• Fractional share ownership through CFDs
• Both long and short position capabilities
• Leverage up to 1:20 for major stocks
• Automatic dividend adjustments on ex-dates

Commission structures apply to share CFDs starting from $3 per side for US stocks. European shares feature EUR 3 minimum commissions. We calculate overnight financing based on central bank rates plus our markup.

Platform Access and Trading Setup

Indian traders access our trading instruments through MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, or TradingView platforms. Each platform provides real-time quotes, advanced charting, and order management capabilities. Mobile applications support iOS and Android devices with full functionality.

MetaTrader Platform Features

MetaTrader 4 supports all forex pairs and CFD instruments with one-click trading capabilities. The platform includes 30+ technical indicators, expert advisors, and automated trading functions. Custom indicators and trading robots integrate seamlessly with our server infrastructure.

MetaTrader 5 offers additional features including economic calendar integration, depth of market display, and advanced order types. The platform supports hedging and netting position modes. Indian traders can switch between platforms using the same account credentials.

TradingView Integration

Our TradingView integration provides advanced charting with 100+ indicators and drawing tools. Social trading features allow strategy sharing and trade copying. The web-based platform requires no software downloads while maintaining full trading functionality.

TradingView supports multi-timeframe analysis from 1-minute to monthly charts. Custom alerts notify traders of price movements via email or mobile notifications. The platform integrates with our order management system for seamless trade execution.

Account Setup and Verification Process

Opening an Eightcap account in India requires identity verification, address confirmation, and funding setup. We accept PAN cards, Aadhaar cards, passports, and driving licenses for identity verification. Address proof includes bank statements, utility bills, or rental agreements dated within three months.

The verification process typically completes within 24 hours during business days. Our compliance team reviews documents for clarity and authenticity. Approved accounts receive login credentials via email with platform download links and server information.

Funding Methods for Indian Traders

We support bank wire transfers, credit cards, debit cards, and select e-wallets for account funding. Minimum deposits start at $100 USD equivalent with no maximum limits. Bank transfers typically process within 1-3 business days while card deposits reflect immediately.

Withdrawal requests process through the same method used for deposits following anti-money laundering regulations. We maintain segregated client funds in tier-1 banks separate from company operational accounts. This ensures client fund protection according to regulatory requirements.

Risk Management and Position Sizing

Our platform includes automatic stop-out levels at 20% margin for retail accounts. Professional accounts feature 10% stop-out levels with enhanced leverage options. We recommend using stop-loss orders and proper position sizing relative to account balance.

Risk management tools include negative balance protection, guaranteed stop-loss orders, and trailing stops. These features help limit potential losses during volatile market conditions. We provide educational resources covering risk management strategies specific to Indian market conditions.

The comprehensive trading instruments portfolio on our platform serves diverse trading strategies and risk preferences. Indian traders benefit from competitive pricing, reliable execution, and regulatory compliance. Our customer support team provides assistance in English and Hindi during Asian trading hours.