Gold and Silver trading

Widely considered to be safe havens in times of market upheaval, Gold and Silver give traders access to a wealth of opportunities.
Gold and Silver explained
 
What are gold and silver?
Everything you need to know about the precious metals and the differences between them - including how to trade them.
Why trade gold and silver?
Gold has historically been a safe haven asset in times of market uncertainty. Learn the benefits of gold and silver with our in-depth guide.
How to trade gold and silver
Want to know how to trade gold and silver? This section breaks down every aspect of your first trade.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the trading hours for metals?

All metals (including spot and CFD markets) are available 23 hours a day from 6pm ET Sunday through 5pm ET Friday. Trading is closed from 5pm to 6pm ET daily; however, you may place new working orders or edit and cancel existing working orders during that time. Metal markets also follow CME holiday closures.

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What are the markets for spot gold and silver?

Currently we offer gold as XAU/USD, XAU/EUR, XAU/GBP, XAU/CHF, XAU/GBP, XAU/JPY and XAU/AUD. The symbol for spot silver is XAG/USD.

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How are metals traded?

Gold and silver are traded as spot while copper, palladium and platinum are traded as CFD futures.

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Why trade gold and silver with FOREX.com?
A lot can happen in 20 years. But throughout that time we’ve remained steadfast, providing traders with the stability and opportunities they need to make their mark on the financial markets.
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Peace of mind that your trades are executed swiftly, with a 99.99%* execution rate of less than a second.
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