Trade Energy CFDs and Ride the Waves of Global Energy Markets
Maximize Your Trading Potential in Oil,
Gas, Electricity, and Renewables
Seize the opportunity to profit from the world’s most in-demand energy commodities. With CFDs, you can trade energy markets with flexibility, leverage, and advanced tools that put you in control of your trades. Whether you’re seeking short-term gains or long-term opportunities, our platform is designed to help you succeed.
Many of you came to Trading Sample as forex traders, but you should know there’s plenty of potential opportunities in energy trading too. The energy markets are some of the most interesting, and exciting markets around. Trading energy involves buying and selling commodities like crude oil, natural gas, heating oil, and gasoline. Because the prices of these commodities can fluctuate heavily they are very attractive for traders and speculators looking for good markets to trade.
We believe trading the largest and most liquid energy markets makes the most sense. These include West Texas Intermediate crude, Brent crude, gasoline, and natural gas. Products like heating oil and various forms of electricity aren’t as liquid, they might be quite erratic, and may require specialized knowledge. Stick with the liquid markets and trade popular energy products.
The most popular energy contracts for traders are as follows:
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil
Brent Crude Oil
Gasoline
Natural Gas
As is the case with most forex traders you probably have experience judging price movements based on the economic data, and energy can also be examined in the same way. One example is the seasonality of the energy markets. As summer approaches in the U.S. we often see gasoline prices rising because summer means vacations and more driving. Winter can also bring seasonality, but in this case to natural gas. Because the northern half of the U.S. experiences very cold winter weather, and uses a significant amount of natural gas for heating, prices can follow the patterns of U.S. winter temperatures.
You will also see geopolitical movements in crude oil. For example, Mid-east tensions can cause a rally in crude. Any conflict or threat to disrupt supplies will spur rising prices. And once the disruption or tension is resolved prices retreat.
It’s also worth noting that crude oil markets are notoriously sensitive to the value of the U.S. dollar. This is because crude is priced in U.S. dollars. So, when the U.S. dollar strengthens it makes crude oil more expensive to countries outside the U.S. who will need to purchase dollars at a higher rate in order to purchase their oil. That can cause a drop-in oil prices. The inverse is also true, where oil prices will often rise when the U.S. dollar is weaker.
You’ll find many ways to invest in the energy markets including options, futures, ETFs, and energy related equities. You can even buy a real barrel of oil if that’s your thing. Each method comes with its own risks and can range from a direct investment in oil to a hedging strategy or a speculation on price.
Most importantly if you want to speculate on crude oil is that you’ll need a broker account of some sort, and this is where Trading Sample can help. We offer speculation on crude through CFDs, which many of our traders find convenient to use.
Of course, you could find a futures broker to trade crude oil futures, but that can be an expensive proposition. In the U.S. you would be required to have over $5,000 per contract to fulfil the margin requirements of futures trading. That’s for a full lot, and in reality, you’ll want much more because you’ll need a buffer to avoid a margin call if prices initially move against you.
Compare that with the CFD trading offered at Trading Sample where you are able to trade in far smaller amounts than the standard futures contract. This will significantly lower the margin requirements and give you a smaller tick value on each contract as well, which is an advantage to the average investor trading crude oil.
Trading CFDs is a smear idea and since the value of CFDs moves in lockstep with the underlying futures market the difference between the two, other than margin requirements and tick value, is basically negligible and trading CFDs won’t affect performance when compared with futures.
Trading Sample can help with your education of the oil markets and analysis of price trends and fundamental factors. Open an account to experience the excitement of Energy CFD trading.
Crude Oil CFDs (Brent & WTI)
Trade the global benchmark for oil prices. Our Crude Oil CFDs include both Brent and WTI (West Texas Intermediate) contracts, with access to both long and short positions. This means you can trade during high market volatility, especially with the oil market’s close correlation to geopolitical events and global supply-demand dynamics.
Natural Gas CFDs
With our Natural Gas CFDs, you can gain exposure to one of the most widely consumed energy commodities. Natural gas is essential for heating, power generation, and industrial use. Trade contracts that reflect the price movements of natural gas in key global markets such as the US, Europe, and Asia.
Renewable Energy CFDs
As the world shifts to clean energy, Renewable Energy CFDs offer traders a chance to profit from the fast-growing sector. With options to trade in solar, wind, and other renewable energy indices, you can be part of the transition to a greener energy future.
Electricity CFDs
Energy prices for electricity are highly influenced by consumption, policy decisions, and supply constraints. Trade electricity CFDs that reflect real-time price fluctuations in global markets, with the ability to manage risk and capitalize on electricity market trends.
Global Market Access
Gain access to the world’s most liquid and volatile energy markets, including major energy exchanges like the NYMEX, ICE, and others.
Leverage & Margin Trading
Maximize your exposure with competitive leverage options. Trade with as little as a fraction of the contract’s value and capitalize on potential market movements.
Risk Management Features
Protect your trades with advanced risk management tools such as Stop Loss, Take Profit, and Limit Orders. You can easily set your desired levels and manage risk efficiently.
Real-Time Market Data & Charts
Access live market prices, in-depth charts, and news updates. Our platform provides real-time data to help you make informed decisions and stay on top of the latest market trends.
No Ownership of Physical Assets
Unlike traditional trading, you don’t need to worry about storing or transporting physical energy assets. CFDs provide you with all the benefits of trading without the complexity of managing the underlying commodity.
Zero Commission Trading
Enjoy commission-free trading on a wide range of energy CFDs. Keep more of your profits while trading energy markets.
Advanced Trading Platform
Our platform is designed with both beginners and experienced traders in mind. You’ll find an intuitive interface, real-time charting, and advanced order types, giving you the flexibility to trade however you like.
Free Educational Resources
Whether you’re new to trading or looking to refine your skills, we offer free educational content to help you get started. Access tutorials, webinars, market analysis, and more to stay ahead in the energy markets.
24/7 Customer Support
Get assistance whenever you need it. Our expert support team is available around the clock via phone, email, or live chat to help with any trading or technical issues.
Sign Up for an Account
Create your account in just a few easy steps. Register online and get started with our seamless registration process
Fund Your Account
Deposit funds into your trading account using secure methods. We accept multiple payment options for your convenience.
Choose Your Energy Products
Select the energy CFD markets you want to trade, whether it’s crude oil, natural gas, electricity, or renewables.
Start Trading
Once your account is funded, you can place trades in just a few clicks. Take advantage of our risk management tools and advanced features to optimize your trades.
Trade Smarter, Not Harder
Whether you’re looking to hedge your energy portfolio or seize market opportunities, we provide the tools and resources to help you trade smarter. The world of energy is constantly changing—be a part of it with our easy-to-use CFD trading platform.
Important Notice
Trading CFDs involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You may lose more than your initial deposit. Please ensure you understand the risks involved and seek independent financial advice if necessary.