Risk Disclosure Statement

1.1. A Contract for Difference (CFD) is a derivative financial instrument that allows you to speculate on the price movements of an underlying asset (such as currency pairs, commodities, indices, shares, or cryptocurrencies) without owning the underlying asset itself.

1.2. When you trade CFDs, you enter into a contract with NextTrade to exchange the difference in the price of the underlying asset between the time the contract is opened and the time it is closed. If the market moves in your favour, you make a profit; if it moves against you, you incur a loss.

1.3. CFDs are leveraged products. This means you only need to deposit a fraction of the total value of the position (known as "Margin") to open a trade. While leverage can amplify your profits, it can equally amplify your losses. A small adverse movement in the price of the underlying asset can result in losses that significantly exceed your initial Margin deposit.

1.4. CFDs are not suitable for all investors. They are designed for short-to-medium-term speculation and are not appropriate as long-term investments. You should not trade CFDs unless you have sufficient knowledge and experience of leveraged financial products and a clear understanding of the risks involved.

2.1. Trading CFDs carries a substantial risk of financial loss. You may lose some or all of your deposited funds. Under extreme market conditions, without Negative Balance Protection, you could potentially lose more than your initial deposit.

2.2. Negative Balance Protection: NextTrade provides Negative Balance Protection for eligible retail clients. This means that your losses from trading will be limited to the funds in your trading account. Your account balance cannot fall below zero as a result of trading activity. However, Negative Balance Protection does not apply to professional clients or institutional accounts, and it may be subject to certain conditions and exclusions as set out in our Terms & Conditions.

2.3. You should only trade with funds that you can afford to lose. Do not invest money that you need for essential living expenses, retirement savings, or debt repayment. Trading with borrowed funds (other than the leverage provided by NextTrade) is strongly discouraged.

2.4. There is no guarantee of profit from trading CFDs. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Any historical returns, expected returns, or probability projections should not be taken as actual or promised future performance.

3.1. Leverage allows you to control a position much larger than your Account balance. For example, with 1:100 leverage, a deposit of $1,000 allows you to control a position worth $100,000. While this magnifies potential profits, it equally magnifies potential losses.

3.2. A price movement of just 1% against your position with 1:100 leverage would result in a loss equal to your entire Margin deposit. Smaller price movements can still result in significant losses relative to your Account balance.

3.3. Higher leverage increases both the potential reward and the potential risk. You should carefully consider the appropriate level of leverage for your trading strategy, experience, and risk tolerance.

3.4. NextTrade may offer different maximum leverage levels depending on the instrument, Account type, and applicable regulatory requirements. NextTrade reserves the right to adjust leverage levels at any time, particularly in response to market volatility or regulatory changes, with or without prior notice.

3.5. Margin requirements must be maintained at all times. If your Account Equity falls below the required Margin level, NextTrade may issue a Margin Call and/or automatically close your positions (Stop-Out) to protect against further losses. You should not rely on Stop-Out as a risk management tool, as execution may not occur at the exact Stop-Out level during volatile market conditions.

4.1. Volatility: Financial markets can be highly volatile. Prices can change rapidly and unpredictably in response to economic data releases, geopolitical events, natural disasters, central bank decisions, and other factors. Sudden price movements can result in significant losses, particularly for leveraged positions.

4.2. Market Gaps (Gapping): Market prices may "gap" — jumping from one price level to another without trading at prices in between. This commonly occurs at market open (e.g., after weekends or public holidays), during major news events, or in illiquid market conditions. Gapping can cause your stop-loss orders to be executed at a price significantly worse than the level you set.

4.3. Liquidity Risk: Certain instruments or markets may experience periods of low liquidity, particularly during off-hours, public holidays, or periods of extreme market stress. Low liquidity can result in wider Spreads, increased slippage, difficulty executing orders, and potentially the inability to close positions at your desired price.

4.4. Weekend and Holiday Risk: Positions held over weekends or public holidays are exposed to the risk of market gaps when trading resumes. Significant events may occur while markets are closed, causing prices to open at materially different levels.

4.5. Interest Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates by central banks can significantly affect currency values, bond prices, and other financial instruments. Swap rates (overnight financing charges) may also change as a result, affecting the cost of holding positions overnight.

5.1. Slippage: The price at which your order is executed may differ from the price you requested or the price displayed at the time of order placement. Slippage can occur in fast-moving markets, during high volatility, or when insufficient liquidity is available at the requested price. Slippage can be positive (in your favour) or negative (against your position).

5.2. Requotes: In rapidly moving markets, the price at which you request execution may no longer be available. In such cases, you may receive a requote with the current market price, which you may accept or reject.

5.3. Order Rejection: Orders may be rejected due to insufficient Margin, market conditions, system limitations, or if the order parameters fall outside acceptable ranges. NextTrade is not liable for losses resulting from rejected orders.

5.4. Stop-Loss and Take-Profit Orders: While stop-loss and take-profit orders are designed to limit losses or lock in profits, they are not guaranteed to execute at the exact specified price. In volatile or gapping market conditions, these orders may be executed at a materially different price.

6.1. Platform and System Failures: The trading platform and associated systems are technology-dependent. Hardware failures, software bugs, system updates, or unforeseen technical issues may cause platform downtime, delayed order execution, or inability to access your account. NextTrade is not liable for losses arising from such technical failures beyond its reasonable control.

6.2. Internet and Connectivity: Online trading requires a stable internet connection. Disruptions to your internet connection, including slow speeds, outages, or latency, may prevent you from placing or managing orders in a timely manner. You are responsible for ensuring the reliability of your internet connection and hardware.

6.3. Cybersecurity:Despite NextTrade's security measures, no system is entirely immune to cyberattacks, hacking, viruses, or other malicious activities. Such events could potentially affect the Platform, your account, or personal data.

6.4. Data Feed Errors: Price data displayed on the Platform is sourced from third-party liquidity providers and data feeds. While NextTrade takes reasonable steps to ensure accuracy, errors in pricing data may occasionally occur. Trades executed at erroneous prices may be adjusted or cancelled by NextTrade.

6.5. Mobile Trading: Trading via mobile devices carries additional risks, including but not limited to connectivity issues, reduced screen size affecting order accuracy, and potential security vulnerabilities associated with mobile operating systems.

7.1. When you trade CFDs with NextTrade, NextTrade acts as the counterparty to your trades. This means that NextTrade's ability to meet its financial obligations to you depends on its own financial standing.

7.2. While NextTrade maintains Client Funds in segregated accounts and is regulated by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius, there is inherent counterparty risk in any over-the-counter (OTC) financial product. CFDs traded with NextTrade are not traded on a recognised exchange and do not benefit from exchange clearing guarantees.

7.3. In the event of NextTrade's insolvency, you may become an unsecured creditor and may not recover the full value of your funds, notwithstanding segregation arrangements.

8.1. The regulatory environment for CFDs and other leveraged financial products is subject to change. Changes in laws, regulations, or regulatory policies in any relevant jurisdiction may adversely affect the Services we offer, the instruments available for trading, the leverage we can provide, or the terms on which we operate.

8.2. Regulatory changes may occur without warning and may require NextTrade to: modify or discontinue certain products or services; change leverage limits; impose additional restrictions on trading; or close open positions. NextTrade shall not be liable for any losses arising from regulatory changes.

8.3. Taxation of CFD trading profits and losses varies by jurisdiction and is subject to change. You are responsible for understanding and complying with the tax obligations applicable to your trading activities. NextTrade does not provide tax advice.

9.1. If you trade instruments denominated in a currency other than your Account's Base Currency, your profits and losses will be subject to foreign exchange risk. Fluctuations in exchange rates may affect the value of your positions, your Account balance, and any unrealised profit or loss when converted back to your Base Currency.

9.2. Currency conversion fees may apply when deposits, withdrawals, or profit/loss settlements involve a currency different from your Account's Base Currency.

10.1. Cryptocurrency CFDs carry additional and heightened risks compared to traditional asset classes:

• Extreme Volatility: Cryptocurrencies are known for exceptionally high price volatility. Price swings of 10-20% or more within a single trading day are not uncommon. This volatility is amplified when trading with leverage.
• 24/7 Market: Cryptocurrency markets operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Significant price movements can occur at any time, including outside normal working hours when you may not be monitoring your positions.
• Regulatory Uncertainty: The regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is evolving rapidly and varies significantly by jurisdiction. Regulatory actions (such as bans, restrictions, or new compliance requirements) can cause sudden and significant price movements.
• Market Maturity: Cryptocurrency markets are relatively new and less mature than traditional financial markets. They may be more susceptible to manipulation, sentiment-driven price swings, and liquidity disruptions.
• Technology and Network Risk: The underlying blockchain technology of cryptocurrencies is subject to risks including protocol changes, forks, consensus failures, and 51% attacks, all of which can affect prices.
• Valuation: Unlike traditional assets, many cryptocurrencies lack fundamental valuation metrics (earnings, dividends, cash flows), making price assessment inherently speculative.

11.1. Past performance of any instrument, strategy, or trader is not indicative of future results. Historical data, backtested strategies, and simulated trading results do not guarantee future performance.

11.2. Any examples, illustrations, or hypothetical scenarios provided by NextTrade (including on our website, in educational materials, or via any communication channel) are for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as a guarantee or prediction of future outcomes.

11.3. Market conditions change continuously, and strategies that were profitable in the past may result in losses in the future.

12.1. CFDs and other leveraged products are not suitable for all investors. Before deciding to trade, you should carefully consider:

• Your investment objectives and whether CFD trading aligns with those objectives;
• Your level of knowledge and experience with leveraged financial products;
• Your financial situation, including your income, assets, liabilities, and overall risk tolerance;
• Whether you can afford to sustain the loss of some or all of your deposited funds;
• The time you can dedicate to monitoring your positions and market conditions.

12.2. If you are unsure whether CFD trading is appropriate for you, we strongly recommend that you seek independent financial advice from a qualified professional before opening an account or placing any trades.

12.3. NextTrade provides execution-only services and does not provide investment advice, personal recommendations, or portfolio management. Any market analysis, commentary, signals, or educational content provided by NextTrade is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice.

13.1. NextTrade strongly recommends that you seek independent financial, legal, and tax advice before engaging in CFD trading. A qualified financial adviser can help you assess whether trading is appropriate for your individual circumstances.

13.2. You should not rely solely on information provided by NextTrade when making trading decisions. While we strive to provide accurate and timely information, we accept no responsibility for trading decisions made based on any information or analysis provided by us.

14.1. By opening an account with NextTrade and/or engaging in trading activity, you acknowledge and confirm that:

• You have read, understood, and accepted this Risk Disclosure Statement in its entirety;
• You understand that CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money;
• You are aware that leverage amplifies both potential profits and potential losses;
• You understand that past performance does not guarantee future results;
• You accept that NextTrade provides execution-only services and does not give investment advice;
• You are trading of your own free will and are not relying on any representation or guarantee from NextTrade regarding the outcome of any trade;
• You have the financial means to bear the risk of loss associated with CFD trading;
• You have been advised to seek independent professional advice if you are uncertain about the risks involved.

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