CFD Trading in Malaysia
Trade CFDs on forex, shares, indices, metals and commodities with Weltrade from Malaysia.
Open Weltrade Account →CFD trading lets you trade the price of forex, shares, indices and commodities with Weltrade without owning the asset — long or short, with leverage, on MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
CFD trading with Weltrade at a glance
- A CFD (contract for difference) settles the price difference of an asset between opening and closing your position, so you trade the price move without owning the underlying share, metal or index.
- Trade both directions: open a buy (long) if you expect the price to rise, or a sell (short) if you expect it to fall — something you cannot do by simply holding the asset.
- Weltrade covers 100+ CFD instruments across six markets: Forex (37 pairs), Metals (gold, silver), Commodities/Energies, Indices, Stocks and 15 cryptocurrencies — all inside MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
- Leverage of up to 1:1000 means a small deposit controls a larger position, which magnifies both potential profit and potential loss in equal measure.
- Spreads start from 0.5 pips on EUR/USD and 0.2 on Gold (Pro account), with $0 commission on every account and an optional swap-free setting.
- CFDs are complex leveraged products carrying a high risk of losing money quickly — practise on a free unlimited demo first, then start with a live account from $25 (Premium/Pro) or from $1 on Cent.
Weltrade CFD markets, typical starting spreads and how they trade
| Market | Examples | Typical spread from | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forex (37 pairs) | EUR/USD, GBP/USD | EUR/USD 0.5, GBP/USD 0.8 | Long or short |
| Metals | Gold (XAU/USD), Silver | Gold from 0.2 | Long or short |
| Indices | US30 and others | US30 from 2.0 | Long or short |
| Stocks (as CFD) | Share CFDs | Varies by instrument | Long or short |
| Crypto (15 coins) | BTC/USD and others | BTC/USD floating | Long or short |
| Commodities / Energies | Energy CFDs | Varies by instrument | Long or short |
Spreads are indicative starting values and float with the market; the tightest spreads (e.g. EUR/USD from 0.5, Gold from 0.2) are on the Pro account. $0 commission applies on all accounts.
Which account suits your CFD trading
| Account | Min. deposit | Spread from | Platforms | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cent | $1 | 1.8 pips | MT4 only | Smallest-size practice on a live account |
| Premium | $25 | 1.5 pips | MT4 / MT5 | Standard all-round CFD trading |
| Pro | $25 | 0.5 pips | MT4 / MT5 | Tightest spreads for active traders |
All three accounts trade the same CFD markets with up to 1:1000 leverage, $0 commission and an optional swap-free setting. MT5 (Premium/Pro) adds Depth of Market, an economic calendar and more asset classes over MT4.
Example of a long CFD trade, step by step
| Step | What you do | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Pick a market | Open e.g. EUR/USD in MT4 or MT5 | The chart and live buy/sell price appear |
| 2. Choose direction | Buy (long) if you expect a rise | Position opens at the current ask price |
| 3. Set your size | Enter lot size; leverage up to 1:1000 sets margin | A small deposit controls a larger position |
| 4. Protect the trade | Attach Stop Loss and Take Profit | The platform closes automatically at your levels |
| 5. Close the position | Sell to close, or let SL/TP trigger | Profit or loss = price difference × size, minus spread |
Because leverage magnifies both sides, a Stop Loss on every trade is a core risk-management habit. Practise the full flow on a free unlimited demo before risking real money.
Frequently asked questions
What is CFD trading?
A CFD tracks an asset's price so you can profit from rising or falling markets without owning the asset.
Is CFD trading risky?
Yes — CFDs use leverage, which magnifies both profit and loss. Trade only with money you can afford to lose.
What exactly is CFD trading?
A CFD (contract for difference) is an agreement to exchange the difference in an asset's price between when you open and close a position. You never own the underlying share, gold bar or index basket — your result is based on the price move. This lets you trade forex, metals, indices, stocks and crypto from one MetaTrader account, and to go short (aim to profit from falling prices), not just long. Because CFDs are leveraged, they are complex instruments and you can lose money.
How does leverage work on Weltrade CFDs, and why does it matter?
Leverage up to 1:1000 means a small margin deposit can control a much larger position. If a market moves 1% in your favour, your gain is calculated on the full position, not just your margin — but the same is true for a 1% move against you. Leverage magnifies both profit and loss, so use smaller sizes and a Stop Loss on every trade until you are comfortable. CFDs are complex instruments and you can lose money rapidly.
Which account and platform should I choose for CFDs?
For the tightest spreads (EUR/USD from 0.5, Gold from 0.2) choose the Pro account (from $25) on MT4 or MT5. Premium (from $25) is a solid all-rounder with spreads from 1.5. If you want to start with the smallest possible size on a live account, Cent lets you open from $1 but is MT4-only. Pick MT5 when you want Depth of Market, a built-in economic calendar and more asset classes; MT4 is simpler and forex-focused.
How do I open and close a CFD trade in MetaTrader?
Open the instrument (e.g. Gold or EUR/USD), decide direction — Buy to go long, Sell to go short — set your lot size, and add a Stop Loss and Take Profit. Click to open the order; the position appears in the Trade tab. To close manually, right-click the position and select close, or let your Stop Loss / Take Profit trigger automatically. Your result is the price difference multiplied by position size, minus the spread.
Can I practise CFD trading before using real money?
Yes. Weltrade offers a free, unlimited demo account that mirrors live CFD conditions with virtual funds. It is the safest way to learn how leverage, spreads, long/short orders and Stop Loss / Take Profit behave. When you are ready, a live account starts from $25 (Premium/Pro) or from $1 on Cent, and verification is usually completed within about 24 hours.
What are the main risks of CFD trading?
CFDs are complex leveraged products and carry a high risk of losing money quickly because leverage magnifies losses as well as gains — you can lose more than you initially expected if positions move sharply against you. Manage this by trading small sizes, always using a Stop Loss, avoiding over-leverage even though up to 1:1000 is available, and never risking money you cannot afford to lose. Practising on the demo first is strongly recommended.