Rivkin CFDs

We consider contracts for difference (CFDs) extremely useful and important tools for gaining exposure to the price movements of major equity, commodity, index, debt and foreign exchange markets around the globe.

While we will always recommend that long-term investors maintain exposure to the local economic and commercial environment by owning Australian shares, we also recognise that tradeable markets beyond our shores can give short-term traders more opportunities to make profits.

What CFDs can I trade with Rivkin?

We give you access to trade over 500 Australian share CFDs plus a whole lot more:

10 Australian sector CFDs plus the Aussie 200 index
Thousands of Asian, European and North/South American share CFDs
CFDs on major global indices such as the S&P 500, NASDAQ, FTSE and DAX etc.
Trade major global currency pairs, 24 hours a day
Commodities including metals, energy, soft and agricultural
Government bond CFDs

How do I trade CFDs?

There are a few quick steps you need to take before you can jump online or pick up the phone and start trading. These are:

Open an account - this can be done quickly and easily by visiting our account opening page.
Fund your account. You may fund your account using BPay, your existing Rivkin Securities stockbroking account or a credit card. These funds will be used as deposits on your CFD positions.
Log into our trading platform and place your orders online. Alternatively, you may phone one of our experienced CFD dealers and we will coach you through the process until you are confident placing your own orders.

What does it cost to trade CFDs with Rivkin?

Fees on trading share CFDs start from just $7. Because CFDs are leveraged securities (meaning your exposure to a position is greater than your initial cash investment), an overnight financing charge may also apply on certain securities, which varies depending on the movement of the Reserve Bank of Australia's Cash Rate Target.

For a complete list of fees, please visit our Fees and Charges page.

Are CFDs risky?

Trading CFDs can certainly increase the level of risk experienced by a trader or investor. Because CFDs are leveraged securities, your profits and losses will be amplified. If, for instance, you use a $1000 deposit to purchase $10,000 worth of Australian shares, a 20% upward or downward share price movement will result in a $2,000 gross profit or loss, far greater than your initial investment.

It is important that you understand the concept of leverage and how it might affect your returns. Please contact our office or visit the publications section of this website to find more reading material on CFDs and leverage.

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Have more questions?

Phone us on 1300 748 546 or get in touch online by visiting our contact us page. Our down-to-earth, friendly staff are ready to take any of your queries or feedback.

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