SWAPS for Brokers

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Swaps, also known as overnight fees or roll-over fees, are charges applied to open positions that are held overnight.

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These fees compensate for the cost of maintaining the position beyond the trading day and are calculated based on predefined methods.

The swap feature is critical for CFD markets, allowing brokers to manage overnight financing costs while giving traders a clear understanding of the charges applied to their positions.

KEY SPECIFICS OF SWAPS

Applicable Positions

Only CFD positions opened at the EOD are considered for calculating the swap size.

Direct Charge from Balance

Swap amount is directly charged from the trader's available balance.

Root Asset Funding

All negative swaps are calculated and added to the root asset.

Negative Balance Potential

B2TRADER will automatically allocate trades to the appropriate currency balance.

Instrument Restriction

Swap can only be set if the instrument type is CFD.

Instrument Restriction

Swap can only be set if the instrument type is CFD.

Swap Impacts

The swap operation can either decrease (positive for broker; negative for trader) or increase (negative for broker; positive for trader) the account funds.

Configurable Settings

The swap type and values can be set for long and short positions by the broker platform (BP) Admin in the market settings.

Administrative View

An admin panel page displays detailed information about swaps charged, providing transparency for trade management.

Administrative View

An admin panel page displays detailed information about swaps charged, providing transparency for trade management.

Swap Impacts

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Fix: A fixed monetary amount per lot, specified in any currency, credited or debited.
Point: A fixed amount in points applied to the position size.
Percent: A percentage of the position size specified by the broker.

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Margin Impact

Swap can decrease the margin level to the Margin Call (MC) or Stop Out (SO) levels.

Applicable Positions

Only CFD positions opened at the EOD are considered for calculating the swap size.

Direct Charge from Balance

Swap amount is directly charged from the trader's available balance.

Root Asset Funding

All negative swaps are calculated and added to the root asset.

Negative Balance Potential

B2TRADER will automatically allocate trades to the appropriate currency balance.

Instrument Restriction

Swap can only be set if the instrument type is CFD.

Swap Impacts

The swap operation can either decrease (positive for broker; negative for trader) or increase (negative for broker; positive for trader) the account funds.

Configurable Settings

The swap type and values can be set for long and short positions by the broker platform (BP) Admin in the market settings.

Administrative View

An admin panel page displays detailed information about swaps charged, providing transparency for trade management.

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Fix: A fixed monetary amount per lot, specified in any currency, credited or debited.
Point: A fixed amount in points applied to the position size.
Percent: A percentage of the position size specified by the broker.

Margin Impact

Swap can decrease the margin level to the Margin Call (MC) or Stop Out (SO) levels.

How it works

Swap Calculation and Application

Market-Specific Implementations

Swap Calculation and Application

Swaps are calculated daily at the end of the trading session, typically at 23:59:59.

The system applies swaps directly from the trader's available balance in the asset with the highest Margin Ratio (starting from Root Asset).

Swaps can impact the margin level and potentially lead to negative balances if they surpass available funds.

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Swap Calculation and Application

Market-Specific Implementations

Swap Calculation and Application

Swaps are calculated daily at the end of the trading session, typically at 23:59:59.

The system applies swaps directly from the trader's available balance in the asset with the highest Margin Ratio (starting from Root Asset).

Swaps can impact the margin level and potentially lead to negative balances if they surpass available funds.

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Swap Calculation and Application

Swaps are calculated daily at the end of the trading session, typically at 23:59:59.

The system applies swaps directly from the trader's available balance in the asset with the highest Margin Ratio (starting from Root Asset).

Swaps can impact the margin level and potentially lead to negative balances if they surpass available funds.

Market-Specific Implementations

Applicable only to CFD markets.

Swaps are adjusted if trading days are skipped (e.g., holidays), resulting in multiple overnight fees.

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The basis of CFD trading

Explore how swaps support broker profitability while strengthening client trust and streamlining operations.

Cost Recovery

Enables brokers to recover costs associated with maintaining client positions overnight.

Profit Generation

By setting appropriate swap rates, brokers can manage margin costs and optimize revenue streams.

Client Clarity

Transparent swap fees contribute to a clear understanding of trading costs for clients, fostering a trustworthy broker-client relationship.

Operational Efficiency

Automated calculation and deduction reduce administrative burdens on brokerages.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are swaps in trading?

Swaps are fees applied to positions held overnight, charged to cover the cost of maintaining these positions beyond the end of a trading day.

What are swaps in trading?

Swaps are fees applied to positions held overnight, charged to cover the cost of maintaining these positions beyond the end of a trading day.

What are swaps in trading?

Swaps are fees applied to positions held overnight, charged to cover the cost of maintaining these positions beyond the end of a trading day.

Applicable Positions

Direct Charge from Balance

Root Asset Funding

Negative Balance Potential

Instrument Restriction

Instrument Restriction

Swap Impacts

Configurable Settings

Administrative View

Administrative View

Swap Impacts

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Margin Impact

Applicable Positions

Direct Charge from Balance

Root Asset Funding

Negative Balance Potential

Instrument Restriction

Swap Impacts

Configurable Settings

Administrative View

Digital Marketing

Margin Impact

What are swaps in trading?

What are swaps in trading?

What are swaps in trading?

How are swap fees calculated?

How are swap fees calculated?

How are swap fees calculated?

Why is there a swap fee even on non-trading days?

Why is there a swap fee even on non-trading days?

Why is there a swap fee even on non-trading days?

How do swaps affect trader account balance?

How do swaps affect trader account balance?

How do swaps affect trader account balance?

Where can I see details about the swaps applied to positions?

Where can I see details about the swaps applied to positions?

Where can I see details about the swaps applied to positions?