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Gold Margin & Leverage Calculator

Estimate margin from price and leverage.

Estimates use your own inputs, not live broker prices.

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How the calculation works

Gold Margin & Leverage Calculator · How the calculation works

Illustrative values only — not XM trading terms or an investment recommendation.

Calculation formula

Margin = Volume (lots) × Contract units per lot × Reference price × Currency conversion ÷ Leverage ratio

Fixed margin: Notional trade value × Margin ÷ 100

This simplified estimate excludes dynamic and tiered leverage, hedged positions and broker-specific margin rules.

Worked example

Example inputs · XAUUSD

Volume (lots)
0.10 lots
Contract units per lot
100 oz / lots
Reference price
3,000 USD
Leverage ratio
1:100
Currency conversion
1

Calculation steps

(0.10 × 100 × 3,000 × 1) ÷ 100 = 300

Estimated result

300.00 USD
Frequently asked questions

How is this calculated?

Calculation formula: Margin = Volume (lots) × Contract units per lot × Reference price × Currency conversion ÷ Leverage ratio

Why might my broker show a different result?

Check the broker’s actual contract, account and location conditions. This simplified estimate excludes dynamic and tiered leverage, hedged positions and broker-specific margin rules.

Are these live broker prices?

No. This calculator uses your inputs or editable example specifications, not live prices.

Educational calculator. Estimates use your own inputs or editable example contract defaults. Verify broker terms and eligibility independently.

Want to compare two accounts?

Use identical instrument, volume and fee conventions.

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