New ways to trade commodities - the world's oldest market
Speculate on the underlying price of oil, gold, gas and more - with up to 1:500 leverage and spreads from 0.0 pips*.
Explore trading commodities online
CFD commodities are a type of financial contract that allow traders to speculate on the price movements of various commodities without owning the underlying assets. You can go long (buy) or short (sell) on CFDs, enabling you to potentially profit from both rising and falling prices.
Diversify your portfolio beyond traditional securities
Trade commodity pairs like XAUUSD on MT4 & MT5 with fast execution & tight spreads.
Precious metals
Take a position on gold, silver, platinum & copper against major currencies like USD.
Energies
Spot potential in raw materials like natural gas, WTI & Brent Crude Oil.
Agriculture
Track the performance of globally traded soft commodities like cocoa, cotton & coffee.
Save on every oil trade
Trade WTI and Brent Crude oil rolls with 2 cent spreads, $0 commission and up to 1:200 leverage on MT5.
Frequently asked questions
What are commodities?
Commodities are raw materials essential to producing goods and services. They are generally divided into four main categories: precious metals like gold and silver, agricultural products such as coffee and cocoa, energy sources including oil and gas, and livestock such as meat and cattle. Each plays a vital role in global trade and economic activity.
How can I trade commodities?
You can trade commodities through Contracts for Difference (CFDs), a popular method that lets you speculate on price movements without owning the actual commodity. Unlike traditional trading, which requires physical ownership, CFD trading allows you to open positions based on your price expectations, whether prices rise or fall.
This type of trading covers a wide range of commodities, including, hard commodities (extracted materials like gold and oil), soft commodities (harvested goods like sugar and coffee). With the leverage available on Equiti’s platform, you can control larger positions with a smaller amount of capital. However, remember that leverage can amplify both profits and losses.
How are precious metals priced on the Equiti platform?
Equiti quotes precious metals in troy ounces, kilos or grams depending on the product. While prices are expressed per troy ounce (1 oz t ≈ 31.1035 g), actual trading prices are determined by live market conditions, spreads and account type (Standard or Premium).
How can I open a live trading account for commodities?
Any Equiti trading account can be used to trade commodities online.
You can open a trading account with Equiti by clicking “Start Trading” at the top right corner of this website or signing up here. When you register, you will need to complete a short application form and providing your contact details, proof of address, a recent bank statement and information about your trading experience - this helps us make sure our products and trading services are suitable for you and that you are appropriately protected by our regulators.
Once verified, you’ll receive an email with your client portal login. From there, you can make your first secure deposit using a verified transfer document as proof of account. Deposits are kept in segregated accounts and can be used to place live trades on the market. We accept multiple safe, speedy and secure methods such as VISA, MasterCard, bank transfers, eWallets and more.
What are the trading hours for metals and commodities?
Trading hours for metals and commodities vary by product. For example, XAUUSD (Gold vs USD) opens at 6:00:20 pm New York time on Sundays and at 6:00:05 pm from Monday to Thursday.
Other metals and commodity products may have different opening times, so we recommend checking the full market schedule on our Pricing Table for the most accurate and up-to-date trading hours.
Which commodities can I trade with Equiti?
Equiti offers CFD trading on gold, silver, platinum, copper and more on our trusted trading platform. Precious metals like gold and silver are among the oldest continuously traded assets in history. Gold in particular is often viewed as a safe-haven asset, attracting traders and investors during times of economic, political or social uncertainty due to its relative stability and limited global supply. You can trade Gold CFDs in multiple ways, such as against the USD (XAUUSD) or against the Euro (XAUUER).
What are the types of commodities?
Commodities are generally divided into two main categories based on their nature and production. Hard commodities are natural resources extracted from the earth, such as precious metals, energy sources and industrial metals. Soft commodities include agricultural products and livestock like wheat, coffee, cotton and cattle. They can also be grouped into three sectors: energy, agriculture and metals - depending on their characteristics.