Vantage Markets, a well-established multi-asset CFD broker, has launched a new over-the-counter (OTC) gold trading product called XAUUSD247. Announced on July 4, 2026, this innovative product allows traders to access gold CFDs around the clock, seven days a week, including weekends. The launch follows the Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s recent plans to extend trading hours for certain gold futures products to a 24/7 schedule, pending regulatory approval.
XAUUSD247 is designed to provide traders with greater flexibility by offering a contract size of one troy ounce, which is significantly smaller than Vantage’s traditional 100-ounce XAUUSD contracts. This smaller contract size makes the product more accessible to a wider range of investors. The product also features tiered leverage of up to 100 times, dependent on factors such as position size and account type, allowing for potentially higher returns while maintaining structured risk controls.
Marc Despallieres, CEO of Vantage Markets, highlighted the transparent nature of the product and its clear trading controls. He emphasized that eligible clients can now trade gold CFDs outside normal market hours, enhancing opportunities for technical analysis and strategic trading. The platform includes robust risk management measures such as account-level net and gross exposure limits. If an account reaches its risk threshold, it will switch to a “close-only” mode until exposure decreases below the set limits.
Traders using XAUUSD247 will not face separate commissions; however, spreads, financing fees, and other applicable costs may apply depending on the client’s region and account type. The availability of this product is subject to regional restrictions and platform maintenance schedules. Margin calculation for eligible accounts holding both long and short positions is done on a net basis to optimize capital efficiency.
With over 17 years in the industry, Vantage Markets offers a reliable trading platform that supports various asset classes including forex, commodities, indices, stocks, ETFs, and bonds. The introduction of XAUUSD247 aligns with their commitment to provide user-friendly and flexible trading solutions. Investors are reminded that CFDs are complex financial instruments involving significant risk due to leverage and may not be suitable for all traders.
This new product caters especially to those seeking continuous access to gold trading without being limited by standard market hours. It opens up possibilities for traders to respond swiftly to global market developments at any time. As the financial industry evolves toward extended trading sessions, Vantage’s XAUUSD247 sets a new standard in OTC CFD offerings by combining accessibility with comprehensive risk management.
