Exness Leverage & Margin
Leverage lets you control a larger position with a smaller amount of your own capital; margin is the portion of that capital Exness sets aside to keep the position open.
Open Exness Account →Leverage lets you control a larger position with a smaller amount of your own capital, and margin is the portion of capital Exness reserves to keep that position open. Exness offers flexible leverage that varies by instrument and position size; higher leverage means a smaller margin requirement but magnifies both gains and losses.
How Exness leverage and margin work
- Exness offers flexible leverage that varies by instrument, account and position size.
- Higher leverage means a smaller margin requirement, but it magnifies both gains and losses.
- Margin is the capital reserved to open a position; free margin is what remains available.
- If equity falls too far relative to used margin, positions can be closed (a margin call / stop out).
- Choosing sensible leverage and position sizing is a core part of managing risk.
Leverage vs margin — the difference
| Term | What it means |
|---|---|
| Leverage | Ratio that multiplies your market exposure (e.g. 1:500) |
| Margin | Capital reserved to open and hold a position |
| Free margin | Equity still available to open new positions |
| Margin call / stop out | Level at which positions may be closed to limit loss |
Frequently asked questions
What leverage does Exness offer?
Exness offers flexible leverage that varies by instrument, account and position size. Higher leverage lowers the margin required but increases both potential gains and losses.
What is margin on Exness?
Margin is the capital reserved to open a position. Free margin is the equity that remains available to open further positions; if equity falls too far a margin call or stop out can close positions.