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Margin Calculator
Calculate the required margin for any trade under EU ESMA leverage limits. Supports forex, crypto, commodity, and index instruments for both retail and professional accounts.
Margin Calculator
Calculate the margin required to open a position
Required Margin
3,333.33 USD
ESMA Retail Leverage Limits
Under EU regulations (ESMA), retail clients are subject to maximum leverage limits per instrument type.
30:1
Maj. fx
20:1
Min. fx
20:1
Maj. indices
20:1
gold
10:1
commodities
5:1
equities
2:1
crypto
ESMA Leverage Limits for EU Retail Traders
Since 2018, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has capped leverage for retail clients across the EU to protect investors from excessive risk. These limits apply to all EU- regulated brokers.
| Asset Class | Max Leverage (Retail) | Required Margin |
|---|---|---|
| Major Forex Pairs | 30:1 | 3.33% |
| Minor Forex, Gold, Major Indices | 20:1 | 5% |
| Other Commodities, Minor Indices | 10:1 | 10% |
| Cryptocurrencies | 2:1 | 50% |
Professional clients may access higher leverage but must meet eligibility criteria and forgo certain retail protections. See our Professional vs Retail guide for details.