What is the position margin?

The margin you will be required to deposit reflects a percentage of the full value of the position. On our platform this is referred to as the position margin. The position margin will be calculated using the applicable margin rates, as shown in the product library in the platform.

What does it mean to break down'margin'?

BREAKING DOWN 'Margin'. "To margin" means to use borrowed money to purchase securities. For example, if you have an initial margin requirement of 60% for your margin account, and you want to purchase $10,000 worth of securities, then your margin would be $6,000, and you could borrow the rest from the broker.

What is a margin in accounting?

Accounting Margin. In business accounting, a margin refers to the difference between revenue and expenses, where businesses typically track their gross profit margins, operating margins, and net profit margins. The gross profit margin measures the relationship between a company's revenues and the cost of goods sold (COGS).

What is required margin in trading?

It is expressed as a percentage (%) of the “full position” size or “Notional Value” of the position you wish to open. Required Margin is the amount of money that is set aside and “locked up” when you open a position. What is Margin Trading?