Leverage, Margin & Risk Display on Platform

This article explains how leverage, margin, and risk-related information is displayed on the Capital Street FX trading platform and how traders can use these indicators to manage their trading exposure.

Understanding Leverage Display

Leverage determines the ratio between the trader’s capital and the total position size. The platform displays the leverage level assigned to each trading account within the account information panel or account settings section.

Leverage may vary based on:

• Account type

• Regulatory requirements

• Active promotions or bonuses

Margin Information Panel

The margin information panel displays real-time values, including:

• Balance

• Equity

• Used margin

• Free margin

• Margin level percentage

These values help traders assess available trading capacity.

Margin Level Interpretation

Margin level is calculated as:

• Equity divided by used margin, expressed as a percentage

Lower margin levels indicate higher risk of margin calls or automatic position closures.

Risk Alerts & Notifications

The platform may provide alerts when:

• Margin level falls below a defined threshold

• Equity approaches stop-out levels

These alerts help traders take timely action to manage risk.

Impact of Open Positions

Open trades affect:

• Used margin

• Free margin

• Margin level

As market prices fluctuate, these values change in real time.

Important Notes

• Leverage amplifies both profits and losses.

• Margin calls and stop-outs are triggered automatically based on predefined platform rules.

• Capital Street FX is not responsible for losses resulting from insufficient margin monitoring.

This article helps traders understand how leverage and margin information is displayed and how to use these tools to manage trading risk effectively.