Disclosure of Trading Risks
Disclosure of Trading Risks
Disclosure of Trading Risks
Disclosure of Trading Risks
Disclosure of
Trading Risks
Introduction
Introduction
This Disclosure of Trading Risks is provided by GatesFX LTD (“GatesFX,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) to ensure that clients fully understand the potential risks involved in trading leveraged financial instruments such as Forex, Commodities, Indices, and Cryptocurrencies.
Trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and other margin-based products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Clients should carefully read this document before opening an account or engaging in trading activity with GatesFX.
This Disclosure of Trading Risks is provided by GatesFX LTD (“GatesFX,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) to ensure that clients fully understand the potential risks involved in trading leveraged financial instruments such as Forex, Commodities, Indices, and Cryptocurrencies.
Trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and other margin-based products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Clients should carefully read this document before opening an account or engaging in trading activity with GatesFX.
2. No Guarantee of Profit
2. No Guarantee of Profit
Trading financial instruments involves speculation and uncertainty.
While trading provides the potential for profit, there is an equal or greater possibility of loss.
Past performance does not guarantee future results, and GatesFX makes no assurances regarding profitability or success.
Trading financial instruments involves speculation and uncertainty.
While trading provides the potential for profit, there is an equal or greater possibility of loss.
Past performance does not guarantee future results, and GatesFX makes no assurances regarding profitability or success.
3. Leverage and Margin Risks
3. Leverage and Margin Risks
Leverage allows clients to control larger positions with smaller capital outlay.
However, leverage also amplifies both gains and losses.
A small price movement can result in substantial losses, potentially exceeding the initial deposit.
GatesFX offers Negative Balance Protection, ensuring clients cannot lose more than their deposited funds, but losses can still be significant relative to account size.
Clients are advised to use leverage responsibly and maintain adequate margin at all times.
Leverage allows clients to control larger positions with smaller capital outlay.
However, leverage also amplifies both gains and losses.
A small price movement can result in substantial losses, potentially exceeding the initial deposit.
GatesFX offers Negative Balance Protection, ensuring clients cannot lose more than their deposited funds, but losses can still be significant relative to account size.
Clients are advised to use leverage responsibly and maintain adequate margin at all times.
4. Market Volatility and Liquidity
4. Market Volatility and Liquidity
Financial markets can be highly volatile, and price movements can occur rapidly and without warning due to:
Economic or political events;
Central bank announcements;
Market sentiment shifts; or
Unexpected news releases.
During periods of low liquidity or extreme volatility, clients may experience slippage, widened spreads, or execution delays.
Orders may be executed at a price less favorable than expected, particularly during news events or market gaps.
Financial markets can be highly volatile, and price movements can occur rapidly and without warning due to:
Economic or political events;
Central bank announcements;
Market sentiment shifts; or
Unexpected news releases.
During periods of low liquidity or extreme volatility, clients may experience slippage, widened spreads, or execution delays.
Orders may be executed at a price less favorable than expected, particularly during news events or market gaps.
5. Technical and Platform Risks
5. Technical and Platform Risks
While GatesFX maintains advanced technology and reliable infrastructure, clients acknowledge that:
System failures, latency, or disconnections may occur;
Internet or hardware malfunctions may affect trade execution;
Maintenance or downtime of trading platforms may temporarily limit access.
GatesFX is not responsible for losses arising from technical issues beyond its direct control. Clients should maintain reliable internet access and backup systems where possible.
While GatesFX maintains advanced technology and reliable infrastructure, clients acknowledge that:
System failures, latency, or disconnections may occur;
Internet or hardware malfunctions may affect trade execution;
Maintenance or downtime of trading platforms may temporarily limit access.
GatesFX is not responsible for losses arising from technical issues beyond its direct control. Clients should maintain reliable internet access and backup systems where possible.
6. Execution and Pricing Risks
6. Execution and Pricing Risks
Prices displayed on the GatesFX platform are derived from multiple liquidity providers.
Under certain conditions, execution delays or price differences between displayed and executed prices may occur.
GatesFX does not guarantee that stop-loss or limit orders will always execute at the requested price, particularly during fast-moving or illiquid markets.
Prices displayed on the GatesFX platform are derived from multiple liquidity providers.
Under certain conditions, execution delays or price differences between displayed and executed prices may occur.
GatesFX does not guarantee that stop-loss or limit orders will always execute at the requested price, particularly during fast-moving or illiquid markets.
7. Foreign Exchange and Cryptocurrency Risk
7. Foreign Exchange and Cryptocurrency Risk
When trading instruments denominated in currencies other than the client’s base account currency, exchange rate fluctuations can affect profit or loss.
Cryptocurrency trading carries additional risks due to:
High price volatility;
Limited market regulation;
Potential for rapid devaluation or delisting of assets.
Clients should approach cryptocurrency products with heightened caution and awareness.
When trading instruments denominated in currencies other than the client’s base account currency, exchange rate fluctuations can affect profit or loss.
Cryptocurrency trading carries additional risks due to:
High price volatility;
Limited market regulation;
Potential for rapid devaluation or delisting of assets.
Clients should approach cryptocurrency products with heightened caution and awareness.
8. Overnight and Weekend Risk
8. Overnight and Weekend Risk
Positions held overnight or over weekends may be exposed to price gaps or rollover charges (swaps).
Significant events occurring outside normal trading hours may cause opening prices to differ from prior closing prices. Clients should monitor exposure and understand overnight financing implications.
Positions held overnight or over weekends may be exposed to price gaps or rollover charges (swaps).
Significant events occurring outside normal trading hours may cause opening prices to differ from prior closing prices. Clients should monitor exposure and understand overnight financing implications.
9. Regulatory and Legal Risk
9. Regulatory and Legal Risk
Changes in laws, regulations, or tax policies can affect market conditions and instrument availability.
GatesFX may, at its discretion, modify leverage limits, restrict instruments, or adjust trading conditions to maintain compliance with regulatory obligations.
Changes in laws, regulations, or tax policies can affect market conditions and instrument availability.
GatesFX may, at its discretion, modify leverage limits, restrict instruments, or adjust trading conditions to maintain compliance with regulatory obligations.
10. Limited Liability and Client Responsibility
10. Limited Liability and Client Responsibility
By trading with GatesFX, clients acknowledge and accept that:
They are solely responsible for their trading decisions.
GatesFX is not liable for losses resulting from market movements or client actions.
Clients must understand all features, mechanics, and risks of the products they trade.
GatesFX encourages traders to seek independent financial advice if uncertain about the suitability of leveraged products.
By trading with GatesFX, clients acknowledge and accept that:
They are solely responsible for their trading decisions.
GatesFX is not liable for losses resulting from market movements or client actions.
Clients must understand all features, mechanics, and risks of the products they trade.
GatesFX encourages traders to seek independent financial advice if uncertain about the suitability of leveraged products.
11. Risk Management Recommendations
11. Risk Management Recommendations
To manage risk effectively, GatesFX recommends that clients:
Trade only with funds they can afford to lose.
Use stop-loss orders and risk limits.
Avoid over-leveraging.
Diversify exposure rather than concentrating on a single instrument.
Continuously monitor open positions and margin levels.
To manage risk effectively, GatesFX recommends that clients:
Trade only with funds they can afford to lose.
Use stop-loss orders and risk limits.
Avoid over-leveraging.
Diversify exposure rather than concentrating on a single instrument.
Continuously monitor open positions and margin levels.
12. Education and Awareness
12. Education and Awareness
GatesFX provides educational materials to help clients understand trading risks, leverage management, and market behavior. Clients are encouraged to review all resources, demo-trade when possible, and develop a solid risk management plan before trading live funds.
GatesFX provides educational materials to help clients understand trading risks, leverage management, and market behavior. Clients are encouraged to review all resources, demo-trade when possible, and develop a solid risk management plan before trading live funds.
13. Policy Updates
13. Policy Updates
GatesFX LTD reserves the right to amend or update this policy at any time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Any updates will be published on the official GatesFX website and shall take effect immediately upon publication. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.
GatesFX LTD reserves the right to amend or update this policy at any time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Any updates will be published on the official GatesFX website and shall take effect immediately upon publication. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Disclaimer
GatesFX provides educational materials to help clients understand trading risks, leverage management, and market behavior. Clients are encouraged to review all resources, demo-trade when possible, and develop a solid risk management plan before trading live funds.
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Registration number: 00396 IBC 2024
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GatesFX LTD, is an Authorized Financial Services Provider (“FSP”) licensed and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) in South Africa (FSP No. 46087).
GatesFX LTD is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services and provides access to trading services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Client accounts are onboarded through GatesFX LTD, a company incorporated in Saint Lucia (Reg. No. 00396 ICB 2024). By opening an account with GatesFX LTD, you confirm that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), that you are acting of your own free will without solicitation from GatesFX, and that you will ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
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Risk Warning: Trading Forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with funds you can afford to lose. Trading Forex and CFDs may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary. Please read and ensure you fully understand our Risk Disclosure.
Restricted Countries: GatesFX LTD does not provide services for residents of certain countries, including Israel, New Zealand, Iran, and North Korea (Democratic Peoples's Republic of Korea), or any country where such distribution or use would be contrary of local law or regulation. Furthermore, GatesFX LTD does not solicit citizens of the Untied States of America. Please check with your local jurisdiction to determine if you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX LTD.
It is your responsibility to determine whether you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX.
Disclaimer: The information provided herein reflects personal opinions and ideas and does not constitute a recommendation to purchase financial services or guarantee the performance or outcomes of future transactions. This material is not intended to be interpreted as financial advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, validity and completeness of the information, no guarantees are provided and no liability is accepted for any losses incurred as a result of investments made based on this material. Nothing contained on this site should be considered or construed as professional advice from GatesFX LTD, its affiliates, directors, officer, or employees.
GatesFX is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services.
Registration number: 00396 IBC 2024
Copyright 2025. GatesFX LTD.
All rights reserved.
Registration Address:
Ground floor, The Sotheby Building,
Rodney Village, Rodney Bay,
Gros Islet, St. Lucia
AML Policy
Risk Disclosure
Privacy Policy
Refund Policy
Opening an Account
GatesFX LTD, is an Authorized Financial Services Provider (“FSP”) licensed and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) in South Africa (FSP No. 46087).
GatesFX LTD is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services and provides access to trading services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Client accounts are onboarded through GatesFX LTD, a company incorporated in Saint Lucia (Reg. No. 00396 ICB 2024). By opening an account with GatesFX LTD, you confirm that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), that you are acting of your own free will without solicitation from GatesFX, and that you will ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
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Risk Warning: Trading Forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with funds you can afford to lose. Trading Forex and CFDs may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary. Please read and ensure you fully understand our Risk Disclosure.
Restricted Countries: GatesFX LTD does not provide services for residents of certain countries, including Israel, New Zealand, Iran, and North Korea (Democratic Peoples's Republic of Korea), or any country where such distribution or use would be contrary of local law or regulation. Furthermore, GatesFX LTD does not solicit citizens of the Untied States of America. Please check with your local jurisdiction to determine if you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX LTD.
It is your responsibility to determine whether you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX.
Disclaimer: The information provided herein reflects personal opinions and ideas and does not constitute a recommendation to purchase financial services or guarantee the performance or outcomes of future transactions. This material is not intended to be interpreted as financial advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, validity and completeness of the information, no guarantees are provided and no liability is accepted for any losses incurred as a result of investments made based on this material. Nothing contained on this site should be considered or construed as professional advice from GatesFX LTD, its affiliates, directors, officer, or employees.
GatesFX is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services. Registration number: 00396 IBC 2024
Copyright 2025. GatesFX LTD. All rights reserved. Registration Address: Ground floor, La Place Creole Building, Rodney Village, Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
AML Policy
Risk Disclosure
Privacy Policy
Refund Policy
Opening an Account
GatesFX LTD, is an Authorized Financial Services Provider (“FSP”) licensed and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) in South Africa (FSP No. 46087).
GatesFX LTD is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services and provides access to trading services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Client accounts are onboarded through GatesFX LTD, a company incorporated in Saint Lucia (Reg. No. 00396 ICB 2024). By opening an account with GatesFX LTD, you confirm that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), that you are acting of your own free will without solicitation from GatesFX, and that you will ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
!
Risk Warning: Trading Forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with funds you can afford to lose. Trading Forex and CFDs may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary. Please read and ensure you fully understand our Risk Disclosure.
Restricted Countries: GatesFX LTD does not provide services for residents of certain countries, including Israel, New Zealand, Iran, and North Korea (Democratic Peoples's Republic of Korea), or any country where such distribution or use would be contrary of local law or regulation. Furthermore, GatesFX LTD does not solicit citizens of the Untied States of America. Please check with your local jurisdiction to determine if you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX LTD.
It is your responsibility to determine whether you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX.
Disclaimer: The information provided herein reflects personal opinions and ideas and does not constitute a recommendation to purchase financial services or guarantee the performance or outcomes of future transactions. This material is not intended to be interpreted as financial advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, validity and completeness of the information, no guarantees are provided and no liability is accepted for any losses incurred as a result of investments made based on this material. Nothing contained on this site should be considered or construed as professional advice from GatesFX LTD, its affiliates, directors, officer, or employees.
GatesFX is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services.
Registration number: 00396 IBC 2024
Copyright 2025. GatesFX LTD.
All rights reserved.
Registration Address:
Ground floor, The Sotheby Building,
Rodney Village, Rodney Bay,
Gros Islet, St. Lucia
AML Policy
Risk Disclosure
Privacy Policy
Refund Policy
Opening an Account
GatesFX LTD, is an Authorized Financial Services Provider (“FSP”) licensed and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) in South Africa (FSP No. 46087).
GatesFX LTD is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services and provides access to trading services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Client accounts are onboarded through GatesFX LTD, a company incorporated in Saint Lucia (Reg. No. 00396 ICB 2024). By opening an account with GatesFX LTD, you confirm that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), that you are acting of your own free will without solicitation from GatesFX, and that you will ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
!
Risk Warning: Trading Forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with funds you can afford to lose. Trading Forex and CFDs may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary. Please read and ensure you fully understand our Risk Disclosure.
Restricted Countries: GatesFX LTD does not provide services for residents of certain countries, including Israel, New Zealand, Iran, and North Korea (Democratic Peoples's Republic of Korea), or any country where such distribution or use would be contrary of local law or regulation. Furthermore, GatesFX LTD does not solicit citizens of the Untied States of America. Please check with your local jurisdiction to determine if you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX LTD.
It is your responsibility to determine whether you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX.
Disclaimer: The information provided herein reflects personal opinions and ideas and does not constitute a recommendation to purchase financial services or guarantee the performance or outcomes of future transactions. This material is not intended to be interpreted as financial advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, validity and completeness of the information, no guarantees are provided and no liability is accepted for any losses incurred as a result of investments made based on this material. Nothing contained on this site should be considered or construed as professional advice from GatesFX LTD, its affiliates, directors, officer, or employees.
GatesFX is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services.
Registration number: 00396 IBC 2024
Copyright 2014-2025. GatesFX LTD. All rights reserved. Registration Address: Ground floor, The Sotheby Building, Rodney Village, Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
AML Policy
Risk Disclosure
Privacy Policy
Refund Policy
Opening an Account
GatesFX LTD, is an Authorized Financial Services Provider (“FSP”) licensed and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) in South Africa (FSP No. 46087).
GatesFX LTD is an international broker regulated by the International Financial Centre of St. Lucia, ensuring transparency and compliance with international standards of the company's services and provides access to trading services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Client accounts are onboarded through GatesFX LTD, a company incorporated in Saint Lucia (Reg. No. 00396 ICB 2024). By opening an account with GatesFX LTD, you confirm that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), that you are acting of your own free will without solicitation from GatesFX, and that you will ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
!
Risk Warning: Trading Forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with funds you can afford to lose. Trading Forex and CFDs may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary. Please read and ensure you fully understand our Risk Disclosure.
Restricted Countries: GatesFX LTD does not provide services for residents of certain countries, including Israel, New Zealand, Iran, and North Korea (Democratic Peoples's Republic of Korea), or any country where such distribution or use would be contrary of local law or regulation. Furthermore, GatesFX LTD does not solicit citizens of the Untied States of America. Please check with your local jurisdiction to determine if you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX LTD.
It is your responsibility to determine whether you are permitted to open an account with GatesFX.
Disclaimer: The information provided herein reflects personal opinions and ideas and does not constitute a recommendation to purchase financial services or guarantee the performance or outcomes of future transactions. This material is not intended to be interpreted as financial advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, validity and completeness of the information, no guarantees are provided and no liability is accepted for any losses incurred as a result of investments made based on this material. Nothing contained on this site should be considered or construed as professional advice from GatesFX LTD, its affiliates, directors, officer, or employees.
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