Headway Broker Synthetics: BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME & STORM Guide 2026<\/title>\r\n<link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\">\r\n<link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@600;700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\r\n\r\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n \"mainEntity\": [\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What are Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker are algorithmically generated financial instruments that simulate real market price movements but are not tied to any underlying real-world asset. They include BOOM indices (sudden upward spikes), CRASH indices (sudden downward drops), VOL indices (constant volatility levels), FLAME, and STORM indices. They trade 24\/7 including weekends and are unaffected by news events or economic data.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What leverage is available on Headway Synthetic Indices?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"All Headway Synthetic Indices \u2014 including BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 offer leverage of up to 1:500. However, leverage is automatically reduced based on total notional position size: positions between $100,001 and $500,000 get leverage reduced by 2x; $500,001\u2013$1,000,000 by 10x; $1,000,001\u2013$10,000,001 by 40x; and above $10,000,001 by 100x.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What is the difference between BOOM and CRASH synthetic indices on Headway?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"BOOM indices simulate markets that trend steadily and then experience sudden upward spikes (booms) at random intervals. CRASH indices do the opposite \u2014 they trend steadily and then experience sudden downward drops (crashes). On Headway, BOOM_100 and BOOM_200 represent different spike frequencies, and CRASH_100 and CRASH_200 represent different crash frequencies. The number indicates roughly how often the spike event occurs on average.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What are VOL synthetic indices on Headway Broker?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"VOL (Volatility) indices on Headway \u2014 VOL_10, VOL_20, and VOL_80 \u2014 simulate markets with constant, fixed volatility levels. VOL_10 has the lowest volatility (0.5 pip spread, calmest price action), VOL_20 has moderate volatility (1 pip spread), and VOL_80 has the highest volatility (3 pip spread, most aggressive price swings). The number represents the percentage volatility level.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Do Headway Synthetic Indices have swap fees or commissions?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"No. All Headway Synthetic Indices \u2014 BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 have zero commission and zero swap (both long and short). The only trading cost is the spread, which ranges from 0.5 pips (VOL_10) to 3 pips (VOL_80) depending on the instrument.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Can I trade Headway Synthetics on MT4 or MT5?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Headway Synthetic Indices are available exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (MT5). They are not available on MT4. You must open an MT5 account with Headway to access BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM synthetic instruments. MT5 is available on desktop (Windows and Mac), web browser, and mobile (Android and iOS).\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Are Headway Synthetic Indices available 24\/7 including weekends?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Yes. All Headway Synthetic Indices trade 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and public holidays. Because they are algorithmically generated and not linked to any real-world market, they are not subject to market opening or closing hours. This makes them particularly attractive for traders in time zones where major forex sessions are inconvenient.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What trading strategies work best for Headway BOOM and CRASH indices?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"The most effective strategies for BOOM and CRASH indices on Headway are: (1) Spike catching \u2014 buying on BOOM indices and selling on CRASH indices immediately before a spike event using candlestick patterns and RSI divergence; (2) Trend following \u2014 trading in the direction of the steady trend between spike events; (3) Range trading \u2014 using support and resistance levels on VOL indices during low-volatility periods. All strategies should be tested on a demo account first due to the extreme volatility of synthetic spike events.\"\r\n }\r\n }\r\n ]\r\n}\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n \"@type\": \"HowTo\",\r\n \"name\": \"How to Start Trading Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker MT5\",\r\n \"description\": \"Step-by-step guide to access and trade BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM synthetic indices on Headway Broker using MetaTrader 5.\",\r\n \"totalTime\": \"PT15M\",\r\n \"step\": [\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 1,\r\n \"name\": \"Open a Headway Broker account\",\r\n \"text\": \"Register at hw.site with a minimum $1 deposit. Choose an MT5 account type (Cent, Standard, or Pro).\"\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 2,\r\n \"name\": \"Download and install MetaTrader 5\",\r\n \"text\": \"Download MT5 from Headway's website or the MetaQuotes website for your device (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS). Log in using your Headway MT5 account credentials.\"\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 3,\r\n \"name\": \"Open Market Watch and search for synthetics\",\r\n \"text\": \"In MT5, open the Market Watch panel (View > Market Watch). Right-click and select 'Show All' or search for 'BOOM', 'CRASH', 'VOL', 'FLAME', or 'STORM' in the search bar.\"\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 4,\r\n \"name\": \"Open a chart and analyze price action\",\r\n \"text\": \"Double-click any synthetic instrument to open a chart. Apply your preferred technical indicators (RSI, Moving Averages, Bollinger Bands). Study the chart to understand the instrument's typical volatility pattern and spike frequency.\"\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 5,\r\n \"name\": \"Set your lot size and risk parameters\",\r\n \"text\": \"Calculate your position size based on your account balance and risk tolerance. For synthetic indices, start with the smallest available lot size (0.01) until you are familiar with the instrument's behavior. Set stop-loss and take-profit levels before entering any trade.\"\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\r\n \"position\": 6,\r\n \"name\": \"Place your trade and monitor the position\",\r\n \"text\": \"Execute a buy or sell order. Monitor the position actively, especially on BOOM and CRASH indices where sudden spikes can hit your stop-loss instantly. 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width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Last updated: May 2026 \u00b7 10 min read\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <h2>What Are <span class=\"accent\">Headway Broker Synthetic Indices<\/span> and How Do They Work?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetic indices are artificially generated financial instruments \u2014 a category of assets that many traders search for but few fully understand before trading them.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <p>Unlike forex pairs, stocks, or commodities, Headway's synthetic instruments are not tied to any real-world underlying asset. Their prices are generated by a mathematical algorithm that simulates realistic market behavior \u2014 trends, volatility, support and resistance patterns \u2014 but operates independently of any economic data, central bank decisions, or geopolitical events.<\/p>\r\n <p>This means synthetic indices on Headway trade <strong>24 hours a day, 7 days a week<\/strong>, including weekends, public holidays, and during times when all major forex markets are closed. For traders in time zones where traditional sessions are inconvenient, or for those who want to trade without worrying about news events, synthetics offer a unique alternative.<\/p>\r\n <p>Headway currently offers 10 synthetic instruments across five families: BOOM, CRASH, VOL (Volatility), FLAME, and STORM \u2014 all accessible exclusively via MetaTrader 5 (MT5).<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-purple\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Key advantage of synthetics:<\/strong> Because prices are algorithm-driven and isolated from real-world events, synthetic indices are immune to market gaps caused by economic news releases, earnings reports, or geopolitical shocks. This makes risk management more predictable than traditional instruments in many conditions.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Understanding Each <span class=\"accent\">Headway Synthetic Index<\/span> \u2014 What Every Instrument Does<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Each synthetic instrument has a distinct behavior profile. Knowing what each one does before you trade is essential for choosing the right instrument for your strategy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-grid\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head boom\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">BOOM_100 & BOOM_200<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Sudden upward spike indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Steady trend + random upward spikes<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">BOOM_100 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.0 pip<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">BOOM_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.1 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Issued by<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">DMC Global Inc.<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Traders who want to catch upward spike events. The number (100\/200) indicates roughly how many ticks occur on average between spike events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head crash\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">CRASH_100 & CRASH_200<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Sudden downward crash indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Steady trend + random downward crashes<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">CRASH_100 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">0.9 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">CRASH_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.2 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Traders who want to sell into sudden downward crash events. CRASH_100 has a tighter spread (0.9 pip) making it marginally more cost-efficient.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head vol\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">VOL_10, VOL_20 & VOL_80<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Constant fixed volatility indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Continuous movement at fixed volatility<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_10 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">0.5 pips (tightest)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_20 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.0 pip<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_80 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">3.0 pips (widest)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Technical analysis traders. No sudden spikes \u2014 price moves continuously at a constant volatility level. VOL_10 is calmest; VOL_80 is most aggressive.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head flame\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">FLAME<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">High-intensity volatility index<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Intense, fast-moving price action<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">2.0 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Platform<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">MT5 only<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Experienced traders comfortable with fast price movements. FLAME simulates highly energetic market conditions with sharp, frequent directional shifts.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head storm\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">STORM_200 & STORM_500<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Extreme volatility storm indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">High volatility with unpredictable surges<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">STORM_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">1.1 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">STORM_500 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">2.5 pips (widest in family)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Advanced traders. STORM indices simulate extreme market stress conditions. The number reflects storm intensity. Requires wider stops and strict risk management.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Headway Synthetics <span class=\"accent\">Full Instrument Specifications<\/span> \u2014 Spreads, Leverage & Conditions<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Complete specs for all 10 Headway synthetic instruments, sourced directly from the Headway trading platform. All instruments are MT5-only with zero commission and zero swap.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\">\r\n <table class=\"inst-table\">\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Instrument<\/th>\r\n <th>Min. Spread<\/th>\r\n <th>Spread Cost<\/th>\r\n <th>Commission<\/th>\r\n <th>Leverage<\/th>\r\n <th>Swap Long<\/th>\r\n <th>Swap Short<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label boom\">BOOM_100<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\">DMC Global Inc. <span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.0 pip<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:33%;background:#1E7A3C;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label boom\">BOOM_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\">DMC Global Inc. <span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.1 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:37%;background:#1E7A3C;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label crash\">CRASH_100<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">0.9 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:30%;background:#A32D2D;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Lowest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label crash\">CRASH_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.2 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:40%;background:#A32D2D;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label flame\">FLAME<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">2.0 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:67%;background:#A07620;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Medium<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label storm\">STORM_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.1 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:37%;background:#5B3F9E;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label storm\">STORM_500<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">2.5 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:83%;background:#5B3F9E;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Medium-High<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_10<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">0.5 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:17%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\" style=\"color:var(--success);\">Tightest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_20<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.0 pip<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:33%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_80<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">3.0 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:100%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Widest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-blue\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Margin call: 30% \u00b7 Stop out: 0% \u00b7 Stop level: 0<\/strong> \u2014 these platform-wide parameters apply to all synthetic instruments. The 0% stop out is unusual and means positions are only liquidated at exactly zero equity.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Headway Synthetics <span class=\"accent\">Leverage Reduction Rules<\/span> Based on Position Size<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">All Headway synthetic instruments start at 1:500 leverage, but this is automatically reduced as your total notional position value increases \u2014 a critical rule to understand before scaling up your trading.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\">\r\n <table class=\"lev-table\">\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Total Position Notional Value (USD)<\/th>\r\n <th>Effective Leverage<\/th>\r\n <th>Reduction Applied<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$0 \u2014 $100,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-full\">1:500 (Standard)<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--text-muted); font-weight:400;\">None \u2014 full leverage applies<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$100,001 \u2014 $500,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-reduced\">1:250<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--warning);\">Reduced by 2\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$500,001 \u2014 $1,000,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-reduced\">1:50<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--warning);\">Reduced by 10\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$1,000,001 \u2014 $10,000,001<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-low\">1:12.5<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--danger);\">Reduced by 40\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>Above $10,000,001<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-low\">1:5<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--danger);\">Reduced by 100\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Why this matters for scalpers and position traders:<\/strong> If you are running multiple lots on synthetic indices simultaneously, your combined notional value can quickly exceed the $100,000 threshold where leverage drops to 1:250. Always calculate your total exposure across all open synthetic positions, not just individual trades.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Trading Strategies That Work for <span class=\"accent\">Headway BOOM, CRASH & VOL Indices<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Each synthetic instrument family has a distinct price behavior that calls for a specific trading approach. These are the most effective strategies used by synthetic index traders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-grid\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-boom\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Spike Catching on BOOM Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-boom\">BOOM_100<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-boom\">BOOM_200<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">BOOM indices produce sudden upward spikes followed by a return to the prevailing trend. Spike catchers attempt to enter a buy position just before or immediately after a spike using candlestick confirmation (e.g., bullish engulfing on M1 or M5) and RSI divergence signals. The goal is to ride the spike for a short, sharp profit. <strong>Key rule:<\/strong> Set a tight stop-loss below the pre-spike level. Never hold through a spike if you are already in a losing position \u2014 the recovery can be slow.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-high\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: High \u2014 spike timing is unpredictable\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-crash\">\ud83d\udcc9<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Sell-Side Positioning on CRASH Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-crash\">CRASH_100<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-crash\">CRASH_200<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">CRASH indices trend steadily and then experience sudden sharp downward drops. Sell-side traders look to enter short positions either at the peak of an upward trend using resistance levels, or immediately after a crash spike has resolved, anticipating a slow recovery that can be shorted again. Moving averages (50 EMA, 200 EMA) are commonly used to identify the direction of the prevailing trend between crash events.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-high\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: High \u2014 crash events can move against open longs violently\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-vol\">\u3030<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Range Trading and Scalping on VOL Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_10<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_20<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_80<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">VOL indices have no sudden spikes \u2014 they move continuously at a fixed volatility level. This makes them ideal for technical analysis strategies: scalping on M1\/M5 using Bollinger Bands, range trading using support and resistance on H1, and trend following using EMA crossovers. VOL_10 (0.5 pip spread) is the most cost-efficient for scalpers. VOL_80 is better for swing traders who want larger price swings per session.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-medium\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: Medium \u2014 predictable volatility but leverage still amplifies losses\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-trend\">\ud83d\udcca<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Trend Following with EAs on STORM & FLAME<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-all\">FLAME<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg);color:var(--purple);\">STORM_200<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg);color:var(--purple);\">STORM_500<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">STORM and FLAME indices feature intense, fast-moving price action that is difficult to trade manually at scale. Many advanced traders use MetaTrader 5 Expert Advisors (EAs) \u2014 automated trading algorithms \u2014 to execute trend-following strategies on these instruments 24\/7 without human fatigue. STORM_200 (1.1 pip spread) is the more cost-efficient choice for automated strategies compared to STORM_500 (2.5 pips).<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-medium\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: Medium-High \u2014 requires thoroughly backtested EA and risk parameters\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Critical warning for BOOM & CRASH traders:<\/strong> Never use a tight stop-loss during a spike event. On CRASH_100, a sudden crash can move 20\u201350 pips in a single tick. A stop that is too tight will be hit by the spike itself, not the sustained trend. Widen your stops on BOOM and CRASH indices beyond what you would normally use on forex pairs.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>How to Start Trading <span class=\"accent\">Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker MT5<\/span> \u2014 Step by Step<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetics are only available on MetaTrader 5. Follow these steps to access them from scratch, even if you are a complete beginner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"steps\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Open a Headway Broker Account with an MT5 Account Type<\/h3>\r\n <p>Register at Headway using the link below. When selecting your account type during setup, choose Standard or Pro \u2014 both support MT5. The Cent account also supports MT5 and is ideal if you want to test synthetics with minimal capital ($1 minimum deposit).<\/p>\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:14px;\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-size:14px; padding:11px 22px;\">\r\n <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Open MT5 Account\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Download MetaTrader 5 and Log in With Your Headway MT5 Credentials<\/h3>\r\n <p>Download MT5 from the MetaQuotes website or from Headway's trading platforms page. After installation, enter the server name (provided in your Headway welcome email), your MT5 login number, and password. MT5 is available for Windows, Mac, Android (Google Play), and iOS (App Store).<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Do not confuse your MT5 account number with your Headway portal login. They are different credentials. Your MT5 credentials are sent in a separate email when your trading account is created.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Find Synthetic Instruments in MT5 Market Watch<\/h3>\r\n <p>In MetaTrader 5, go to View \u2192 Market Watch (or press Ctrl+M). In the Market Watch panel, right-click and select \"Show All\" to see all available instruments, then scroll to the Synthetics section. Alternatively, right-click \u2192 \"Symbols\" \u2192 search for \"BOOM\", \"CRASH\", \"VOL\", \"FLAME\", or \"STORM\".<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Once you find your preferred instrument, right-click it and select \"Show in Market Watch\" to pin it for quick access in future sessions.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">4<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Open a Chart and Study the Instrument's Behavior Pattern Before Trading<\/h3>\r\n <p>Double-click any synthetic instrument in Market Watch to open a chart. Spend at least 30\u201360 minutes observing how the specific instrument moves before placing any trade. BOOM and CRASH indices have visually distinct spike patterns that are easy to identify on a 1-minute or 5-minute chart. VOL indices show continuous, smoother price action.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">5<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Start on a Demo Account \u2014 Test Your Strategy on Synthetics With Virtual Funds<\/h3>\r\n <p>Headway offers a free demo account with virtual funds. Use it to test any synthetic strategy for at least 2\u20134 weeks before committing real capital. This is especially important for BOOM and CRASH indices, where spike events can behave very differently from anything seen in traditional forex or stock markets.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 When on demo, use the same lot sizes you intend to use on your live account. Using larger demo lots than you would realistically trade gives false confidence.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">6<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Go Live With a Minimum Lot Size and Scale Gradually<\/h3>\r\n <p>When you are ready to trade synthetics with real money, start with the minimum lot size (0.01 lots on most instruments). Scale your position size only after achieving consistent positive results on the same instrument over a minimum of 30 trading sessions. Remember the leverage reduction rules for positions above $100,000 notional value.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Never increase lot size after a losing streak to \"recover.\" Synthetic indices are high-volatility instruments \u2014 one oversized trade during a spike event can eliminate an account balance in seconds.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Risk Considerations Every <span class=\"accent\">Headway Synthetic Trader<\/span> Must Understand<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetic indices offer unique trading opportunities, but they also carry risks that differ significantly from traditional forex trading. Know these before you start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"risk-list\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">Spike events can trigger stop-losses instantly<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">On BOOM and CRASH indices, a spike event can move 20\u2013100 pips in a single tick. If your stop-loss is too tight, it will be hit by the spike itself \u2014 filling at a price far beyond your intended stop due to slippage. Always use wider stops on spike-based instruments than on smooth-trending instruments.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">High leverage (1:500) amplifies losses, not just profits<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">At 1:500 leverage, a 0.2% adverse price move wipes your entire margin for a position. On volatile instruments like VOL_80, STORM_500, or during a CRASH spike, a 0.2% move can happen in seconds. Use the minimum available lot size until you have a thoroughly tested strategy, and never risk more than 1\u20132% of your account on a single synthetic trade.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">Algorithm changes can alter instrument behavior<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Because synthetic prices are broker-generated, Headway can adjust the algorithm parameters \u2014 spike frequency, volatility level, or spread \u2014 at any time. A strategy that worked well for 3 months may stop working if the instrument's behavior is modified. Monitor your strategy's performance continuously and be prepared to adapt.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">24\/7 availability leads to overtrading for some traders<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Because synthetics never close, some traders fall into the trap of trading continuously without adequate rest or strategy discipline. Overtrading \u2014 making too many trades too frequently \u2014 is one of the most common causes of account drawdown among synthetic index traders. Define your trading hours in advance and stick to them.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-green\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">No fundamental news risk \u2014 a genuine advantage<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Unlike forex or stocks, synthetic indices cannot gap on an economic news release, an unexpected central bank decision, or a geopolitical event. This makes certain risk management tools \u2014 particularly tight stop-losses on VOL indices \u2014 more reliable than the same tools applied to traditional assets during news events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions About <span class=\"accent\">Headway Broker Synthetics<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Answers to the most common questions traders ask about synthetic indices on Headway Broker.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq-list\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What are Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Synthetic indices are algorithm-generated financial instruments available on Headway Broker that simulate real market price behavior but are not tied to any actual underlying asset. Headway offers 10 synthetic instruments across five families: BOOM (upward spikes), CRASH (downward crashes), VOL (constant volatility), FLAME (high-intensity), and STORM (extreme volatility). They trade 24\/7 including weekends and are unaffected by economic news or geopolitical events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What is the difference between BOOM and CRASH synthetic indices on Headway?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">BOOM indices trend steadily and then experience sudden random upward spikes. CRASH indices trend steadily and then experience sudden random downward drops. Both BOOM and CRASH families have two variants on Headway: _100 (spikes occur roughly every 100 ticks on average) and _200 (spikes occur less frequently, roughly every 200 ticks). The _100 variants have spikes occurring more often, which creates more trading opportunities but also more unpredictability.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Can I trade Headway Synthetic Indices on MT4?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. Headway Synthetic Indices are available exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (MT5). They are not listed on MetaTrader 4 (MT4). You must open or switch to an MT5 account type to access BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM instruments. MT5 is available as a desktop application, web terminal, and mobile app for both Android and iOS.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What leverage is available on Headway Synthetic Indices?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">All Headway synthetic instruments start at 1:500 leverage for positions under $100,000 notional value. As total position size increases, leverage is automatically reduced: $100,001\u2013$500,000 = 1:250; $500,001\u2013$1,000,000 = 1:50; $1,000,001\u2013$10,000,001 = 1:12.5; above $10,000,001 = 1:5. This reduction applies to total notional value across all open synthetic positions combined.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Do Headway Synthetic Indices have swap fees or commissions?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. All 10 Headway synthetic instruments \u2014 BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 have zero commission and zero swap fees for both long and short positions. The only cost of trading synthetics on Headway is the spread, which ranges from 0.5 pips (VOL_10, the tightest) to 3.0 pips (VOL_80, the widest).<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Which Headway Synthetic Index has the tightest spread?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">VOL_10 has the tightest spread at 0.5 pips, making it the most cost-efficient synthetic instrument on Headway for high-frequency strategies like scalping. CRASH_100 comes second at 0.9 pips. The widest spread is VOL_80 at 3.0 pips, followed by STORM_500 at 2.5 pips.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Are Headway Synthetic Indices available 24\/7 including weekends?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. All Headway synthetic instruments are available for trading 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Saturdays, Sundays, and all public holidays. Because they are algorithm-generated and independent of real-world markets, they are not subject to any market open or close schedule. This makes them particularly attractive for traders in regions where major forex sessions occur during inconvenient hours.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What is the best Headway Synthetic Index for beginners?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">For beginners, VOL_10 is the most approachable starting point. Its 0.5 pip spread is the lowest cost, its volatility is the lowest among all synthetic instruments, and it moves continuously without sudden spikes \u2014 making it easier to apply standard technical analysis tools. Avoid STORM_500, VOL_80, and FLAME until you have at least 2\u20134 weeks of consistent demo trading results on a lower-volatility instrument.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"author-box\">\r\n <div class=\"author-avatar\">FX<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n <div class=\"author-name\">Headway Brokers Editorial Team<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-title\">Forex & Synthetic Instruments Research \u00b7 headwaybrokers.com<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-bio\">This guide was produced by our team of forex and synthetic instruments analysts. Instrument specifications (spreads, leverage, swap rates, margin requirements) were sourced directly from the Headway Broker MT5 platform and the Headway trading instruments page as of May 2026. Trading strategies described in this article are for educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. All trading involves risk and past performance of any instrument or strategy does not guarantee future results.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"cta-block\">\r\n <h2>Ready to Trade <span>Synthetic Indices<\/span> on Headway Broker?<\/h2>\r\n <p>Open an MT5 account from $1, access all 10 synthetic instruments 24\/7, and start with a free demo account to practice before going live.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"cta-buttons\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Open MT5 Account \u2014 $1 Min.\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: var(--gold-light); border-color: rgba(232,184,75,0.5);\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"16\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Try Demo Account Free\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p style=\"margin-top: 18px; font-size: 12px; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.32);\">Synthetic indices are high-risk instruments. 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\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHeadway Broker Synthetics: BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME & STORM Guide 2026<\/title>\r\n<link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\">\r\n<link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@600;700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\r\n\r\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n \"mainEntity\": [\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What are Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker are algorithmically generated financial instruments that simulate real market price movements but are not tied to any underlying real-world asset. They include BOOM indices (sudden upward spikes), CRASH indices (sudden downward drops), VOL indices (constant volatility levels), FLAME, and STORM indices. They trade 24\/7 including weekends and are unaffected by news events or economic data.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What leverage is available on Headway Synthetic Indices?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"All Headway Synthetic Indices \u2014 including BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 offer leverage of up to 1:500. However, leverage is automatically reduced based on total notional position size: positions between $100,001 and $500,000 get leverage reduced by 2x; $500,001\u2013$1,000,000 by 10x; $1,000,001\u2013$10,000,001 by 40x; and above $10,000,001 by 100x.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What is the difference between BOOM and CRASH synthetic indices on Headway?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"BOOM indices simulate markets that trend steadily and then experience sudden upward spikes (booms) at random intervals. CRASH indices do the opposite \u2014 they trend steadily and then experience sudden downward drops (crashes). On Headway, BOOM_100 and BOOM_200 represent different spike frequencies, and CRASH_100 and CRASH_200 represent different crash frequencies. The number indicates roughly how often the spike event occurs on average.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What are VOL synthetic indices on Headway Broker?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"VOL (Volatility) indices on Headway \u2014 VOL_10, VOL_20, and VOL_80 \u2014 simulate markets with constant, fixed volatility levels. VOL_10 has the lowest volatility (0.5 pip spread, calmest price action), VOL_20 has moderate volatility (1 pip spread), and VOL_80 has the highest volatility (3 pip spread, most aggressive price swings). The number represents the percentage volatility level.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Do Headway Synthetic Indices have swap fees or commissions?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"No. All Headway Synthetic Indices \u2014 BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 have zero commission and zero swap (both long and short). The only trading cost is the spread, which ranges from 0.5 pips (VOL_10) to 3 pips (VOL_80) depending on the instrument.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Can I trade Headway Synthetics on MT4 or MT5?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Headway Synthetic Indices are available exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (MT5). They are not available on MT4. You must open an MT5 account with Headway to access BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM synthetic instruments. MT5 is available on desktop (Windows and Mac), web browser, and mobile (Android and iOS).\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Are Headway Synthetic Indices available 24\/7 including weekends?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Yes. All Headway Synthetic Indices trade 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and public holidays. Because they are algorithmically generated and not linked to any real-world market, they are not subject to market opening or closing hours. This makes them particularly attractive for traders in time zones where major forex sessions are inconvenient.\"\r\n }\r\n },\r\n {\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What trading strategies work best for Headway BOOM and CRASH indices?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"The most effective strategies for BOOM and CRASH indices on Headway are: (1) Spike catching \u2014 buying on BOOM indices and selling on CRASH indices immediately before a spike event using candlestick patterns and RSI divergence; (2) Trend following \u2014 trading in the direction of the steady trend between spike events; (3) Range trading \u2014 using support and resistance levels on VOL indices during low-volatility periods. 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width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Last updated: May 2026 \u00b7 10 min read\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <h2>What Are <span class=\"accent\">Headway Broker Synthetic Indices<\/span> and How Do They Work?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetic indices are artificially generated financial instruments \u2014 a category of assets that many traders search for but few fully understand before trading them.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <p>Unlike forex pairs, stocks, or commodities, Headway's synthetic instruments are not tied to any real-world underlying asset. Their prices are generated by a mathematical algorithm that simulates realistic market behavior \u2014 trends, volatility, support and resistance patterns \u2014 but operates independently of any economic data, central bank decisions, or geopolitical events.<\/p>\r\n <p>This means synthetic indices on Headway trade <strong>24 hours a day, 7 days a week<\/strong>, including weekends, public holidays, and during times when all major forex markets are closed. For traders in time zones where traditional sessions are inconvenient, or for those who want to trade without worrying about news events, synthetics offer a unique alternative.<\/p>\r\n <p>Headway currently offers 10 synthetic instruments across five families: BOOM, CRASH, VOL (Volatility), FLAME, and STORM \u2014 all accessible exclusively via MetaTrader 5 (MT5).<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-purple\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Key advantage of synthetics:<\/strong> Because prices are algorithm-driven and isolated from real-world events, synthetic indices are immune to market gaps caused by economic news releases, earnings reports, or geopolitical shocks. This makes risk management more predictable than traditional instruments in many conditions.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Understanding Each <span class=\"accent\">Headway Synthetic Index<\/span> \u2014 What Every Instrument Does<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Each synthetic instrument has a distinct behavior profile. Knowing what each one does before you trade is essential for choosing the right instrument for your strategy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-grid\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head boom\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">BOOM_100 & BOOM_200<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Sudden upward spike indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Steady trend + random upward spikes<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">BOOM_100 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.0 pip<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">BOOM_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.1 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Issued by<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">DMC Global Inc.<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Traders who want to catch upward spike events. The number (100\/200) indicates roughly how many ticks occur on average between spike events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head crash\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">CRASH_100 & CRASH_200<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Sudden downward crash indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Steady trend + random downward crashes<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">CRASH_100 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">0.9 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">CRASH_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.2 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Traders who want to sell into sudden downward crash events. CRASH_100 has a tighter spread (0.9 pip) making it marginally more cost-efficient.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head vol\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">VOL_10, VOL_20 & VOL_80<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Constant fixed volatility indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Continuous movement at fixed volatility<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_10 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">0.5 pips (tightest)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_20 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v good\">1.0 pip<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">VOL_80 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">3.0 pips (widest)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Technical analysis traders. No sudden spikes \u2014 price moves continuously at a constant volatility level. VOL_10 is calmest; VOL_80 is most aggressive.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head flame\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">FLAME<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">High-intensity volatility index<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">Intense, fast-moving price action<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">2.0 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Platform<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">MT5 only<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Experienced traders comfortable with fast price movements. FLAME simulates highly energetic market conditions with sharp, frequent directional shifts.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"inst-card\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-head storm\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-name\">STORM_200 & STORM_500<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-desc\">Extreme volatility storm indices<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-card-body\">\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Behavior<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">High volatility with unpredictable surges<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">STORM_200 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">1.1 pips<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">STORM_500 spread<\/span><span class=\"stat-v\">2.5 pips (widest in family)<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Commission<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Swap<\/span><span class=\"stat-v free\">Zero<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"inst-stat-row\"><span class=\"stat-k\">Leverage<\/span><span class=\"stat-v gold\">1:500<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"best-for\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Advanced traders. STORM indices simulate extreme market stress conditions. The number reflects storm intensity. Requires wider stops and strict risk management.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Headway Synthetics <span class=\"accent\">Full Instrument Specifications<\/span> \u2014 Spreads, Leverage & Conditions<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Complete specs for all 10 Headway synthetic instruments, sourced directly from the Headway trading platform. All instruments are MT5-only with zero commission and zero swap.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\">\r\n <table class=\"inst-table\">\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Instrument<\/th>\r\n <th>Min. Spread<\/th>\r\n <th>Spread Cost<\/th>\r\n <th>Commission<\/th>\r\n <th>Leverage<\/th>\r\n <th>Swap Long<\/th>\r\n <th>Swap Short<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label boom\">BOOM_100<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\">DMC Global Inc. <span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.0 pip<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:33%;background:#1E7A3C;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label boom\">BOOM_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\">DMC Global Inc. <span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.1 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:37%;background:#1E7A3C;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label crash\">CRASH_100<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">0.9 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:30%;background:#A32D2D;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Lowest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label crash\">CRASH_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.2 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:40%;background:#A32D2D;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label flame\">FLAME<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">2.0 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:67%;background:#A07620;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Medium<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label storm\">STORM_200<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.1 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:37%;background:#5B3F9E;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label storm\">STORM_500<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">2.5 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:83%;background:#5B3F9E;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Medium-High<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_10<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">0.5 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:17%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\" style=\"color:var(--success);\">Tightest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_20<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">1.0 pip<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:33%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Low<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>\r\n <div class=\"inst-name\">\r\n <div><div class=\"inst-label vol\">VOL_80<\/div><div class=\"inst-sub\"><span class=\"inst-badge b-mt5\">MT5<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <td><span class=\"spread-val\">3.0 pips<\/span><div class=\"spread-bar-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:4px;\"><div class=\"spread-bar\"><div class=\"spread-bar-fill\" style=\"width:100%;background:#185FA5;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td>\r\n <td class=\"spread-val\">Widest<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-val\">1:500<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"zero-val\">0<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-blue\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Margin call: 30% \u00b7 Stop out: 0% \u00b7 Stop level: 0<\/strong> \u2014 these platform-wide parameters apply to all synthetic instruments. The 0% stop out is unusual and means positions are only liquidated at exactly zero equity.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Headway Synthetics <span class=\"accent\">Leverage Reduction Rules<\/span> Based on Position Size<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">All Headway synthetic instruments start at 1:500 leverage, but this is automatically reduced as your total notional position value increases \u2014 a critical rule to understand before scaling up your trading.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\">\r\n <table class=\"lev-table\">\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Total Position Notional Value (USD)<\/th>\r\n <th>Effective Leverage<\/th>\r\n <th>Reduction Applied<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$0 \u2014 $100,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-full\">1:500 (Standard)<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--text-muted); font-weight:400;\">None \u2014 full leverage applies<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$100,001 \u2014 $500,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-reduced\">1:250<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--warning);\">Reduced by 2\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$500,001 \u2014 $1,000,000<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-reduced\">1:50<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--warning);\">Reduced by 10\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>$1,000,001 \u2014 $10,000,001<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-low\">1:12.5<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--danger);\">Reduced by 40\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n <td>Above $10,000,001<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"lev-low\">1:5<\/td>\r\n <td style=\"color:var(--danger);\">Reduced by 100\u00d7<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Why this matters for scalpers and position traders:<\/strong> If you are running multiple lots on synthetic indices simultaneously, your combined notional value can quickly exceed the $100,000 threshold where leverage drops to 1:250. Always calculate your total exposure across all open synthetic positions, not just individual trades.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Trading Strategies That Work for <span class=\"accent\">Headway BOOM, CRASH & VOL Indices<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Each synthetic instrument family has a distinct price behavior that calls for a specific trading approach. These are the most effective strategies used by synthetic index traders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-grid\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-boom\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Spike Catching on BOOM Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-boom\">BOOM_100<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-boom\">BOOM_200<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">BOOM indices produce sudden upward spikes followed by a return to the prevailing trend. Spike catchers attempt to enter a buy position just before or immediately after a spike using candlestick confirmation (e.g., bullish engulfing on M1 or M5) and RSI divergence signals. The goal is to ride the spike for a short, sharp profit. <strong>Key rule:<\/strong> Set a tight stop-loss below the pre-spike level. Never hold through a spike if you are already in a losing position \u2014 the recovery can be slow.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-high\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: High \u2014 spike timing is unpredictable\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-crash\">\ud83d\udcc9<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Sell-Side Positioning on CRASH Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-crash\">CRASH_100<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-crash\">CRASH_200<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">CRASH indices trend steadily and then experience sudden sharp downward drops. Sell-side traders look to enter short positions either at the peak of an upward trend using resistance levels, or immediately after a crash spike has resolved, anticipating a slow recovery that can be shorted again. Moving averages (50 EMA, 200 EMA) are commonly used to identify the direction of the prevailing trend between crash events.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-high\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: High \u2014 crash events can move against open longs violently\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-vol\">\u3030<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Range Trading and Scalping on VOL Indices<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_10<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_20<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-vol\">VOL_80<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">VOL indices have no sudden spikes \u2014 they move continuously at a fixed volatility level. This makes them ideal for technical analysis strategies: scalping on M1\/M5 using Bollinger Bands, range trading using support and resistance on H1, and trend following using EMA crossovers. VOL_10 (0.5 pip spread) is the most cost-efficient for scalpers. VOL_80 is better for swing traders who want larger price swings per session.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-medium\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: Medium \u2014 predictable volatility but leverage still amplifies losses\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"strategy-card\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-icon si-trend\">\ud83d\udcca<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-body\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-name\">Trend Following with EAs on STORM & FLAME<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tag\">\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm tag-all\">FLAME<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg);color:var(--purple);\">STORM_200<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"tag-sm\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg);color:var(--purple);\">STORM_500<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">STORM and FLAME indices feature intense, fast-moving price action that is difficult to trade manually at scale. Many advanced traders use MetaTrader 5 Expert Advisors (EAs) \u2014 automated trading algorithms \u2014 to execute trend-following strategies on these instruments 24\/7 without human fatigue. STORM_200 (1.1 pip spread) is the more cost-efficient choice for automated strategies compared to STORM_500 (2.5 pips).<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-risk risk-medium\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Risk level: Medium-High \u2014 requires thoroughly backtested EA and risk parameters\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span><strong>Critical warning for BOOM & CRASH traders:<\/strong> Never use a tight stop-loss during a spike event. On CRASH_100, a sudden crash can move 20\u201350 pips in a single tick. A stop that is too tight will be hit by the spike itself, not the sustained trend. Widen your stops on BOOM and CRASH indices beyond what you would normally use on forex pairs.<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>How to Start Trading <span class=\"accent\">Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker MT5<\/span> \u2014 Step by Step<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetics are only available on MetaTrader 5. Follow these steps to access them from scratch, even if you are a complete beginner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"steps\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Open a Headway Broker Account with an MT5 Account Type<\/h3>\r\n <p>Register at Headway using the link below. When selecting your account type during setup, choose Standard or Pro \u2014 both support MT5. The Cent account also supports MT5 and is ideal if you want to test synthetics with minimal capital ($1 minimum deposit).<\/p>\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:14px;\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-size:14px; padding:11px 22px;\">\r\n <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Open MT5 Account\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Download MetaTrader 5 and Log in With Your Headway MT5 Credentials<\/h3>\r\n <p>Download MT5 from the MetaQuotes website or from Headway's trading platforms page. After installation, enter the server name (provided in your Headway welcome email), your MT5 login number, and password. MT5 is available for Windows, Mac, Android (Google Play), and iOS (App Store).<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Do not confuse your MT5 account number with your Headway portal login. They are different credentials. Your MT5 credentials are sent in a separate email when your trading account is created.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Find Synthetic Instruments in MT5 Market Watch<\/h3>\r\n <p>In MetaTrader 5, go to View \u2192 Market Watch (or press Ctrl+M). In the Market Watch panel, right-click and select \"Show All\" to see all available instruments, then scroll to the Synthetics section. Alternatively, right-click \u2192 \"Symbols\" \u2192 search for \"BOOM\", \"CRASH\", \"VOL\", \"FLAME\", or \"STORM\".<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Once you find your preferred instrument, right-click it and select \"Show in Market Watch\" to pin it for quick access in future sessions.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">4<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Open a Chart and Study the Instrument's Behavior Pattern Before Trading<\/h3>\r\n <p>Double-click any synthetic instrument in Market Watch to open a chart. Spend at least 30\u201360 minutes observing how the specific instrument moves before placing any trade. BOOM and CRASH indices have visually distinct spike patterns that are easy to identify on a 1-minute or 5-minute chart. VOL indices show continuous, smoother price action.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">5<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Start on a Demo Account \u2014 Test Your Strategy on Synthetics With Virtual Funds<\/h3>\r\n <p>Headway offers a free demo account with virtual funds. Use it to test any synthetic strategy for at least 2\u20134 weeks before committing real capital. This is especially important for BOOM and CRASH indices, where spike events can behave very differently from anything seen in traditional forex or stock markets.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 When on demo, use the same lot sizes you intend to use on your live account. Using larger demo lots than you would realistically trade gives false confidence.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-card\">\r\n <div class=\"step-number\">6<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <h3>Go Live With a Minimum Lot Size and Scale Gradually<\/h3>\r\n <p>When you are ready to trade synthetics with real money, start with the minimum lot size (0.01 lots on most instruments). Scale your position size only after achieving consistent positive results on the same instrument over a minimum of 30 trading sessions. Remember the leverage reduction rules for positions above $100,000 notional value.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Never increase lot size after a losing streak to \"recover.\" Synthetic indices are high-volatility instruments \u2014 one oversized trade during a spike event can eliminate an account balance in seconds.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Risk Considerations Every <span class=\"accent\">Headway Synthetic Trader<\/span> Must Understand<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Synthetic indices offer unique trading opportunities, but they also carry risks that differ significantly from traditional forex trading. Know these before you start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"risk-list\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">Spike events can trigger stop-losses instantly<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">On BOOM and CRASH indices, a spike event can move 20\u2013100 pips in a single tick. If your stop-loss is too tight, it will be hit by the spike itself \u2014 filling at a price far beyond your intended stop due to slippage. Always use wider stops on spike-based instruments than on smooth-trending instruments.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-red\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">High leverage (1:500) amplifies losses, not just profits<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">At 1:500 leverage, a 0.2% adverse price move wipes your entire margin for a position. On volatile instruments like VOL_80, STORM_500, or during a CRASH spike, a 0.2% move can happen in seconds. Use the minimum available lot size until you have a thoroughly tested strategy, and never risk more than 1\u20132% of your account on a single synthetic trade.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">Algorithm changes can alter instrument behavior<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Because synthetic prices are broker-generated, Headway can adjust the algorithm parameters \u2014 spike frequency, volatility level, or spread \u2014 at any time. A strategy that worked well for 3 months may stop working if the instrument's behavior is modified. Monitor your strategy's performance continuously and be prepared to adapt.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-amber\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">24\/7 availability leads to overtrading for some traders<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Because synthetics never close, some traders fall into the trap of trading continuously without adequate rest or strategy discipline. Overtrading \u2014 making too many trades too frequently \u2014 is one of the most common causes of account drawdown among synthetic index traders. Define your trading hours in advance and stick to them.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-item\">\r\n <div class=\"risk-icon ri-green\">\r\n <svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-title\">No fundamental news risk \u2014 a genuine advantage<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"risk-desc\">Unlike forex or stocks, synthetic indices cannot gap on an economic news release, an unexpected central bank decision, or a geopolitical event. This makes certain risk management tools \u2014 particularly tight stop-losses on VOL indices \u2014 more reliable than the same tools applied to traditional assets during news events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions About <span class=\"accent\">Headway Broker Synthetics<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Answers to the most common questions traders ask about synthetic indices on Headway Broker.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq-list\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What are Synthetic Indices on Headway Broker?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Synthetic indices are algorithm-generated financial instruments available on Headway Broker that simulate real market price behavior but are not tied to any actual underlying asset. Headway offers 10 synthetic instruments across five families: BOOM (upward spikes), CRASH (downward crashes), VOL (constant volatility), FLAME (high-intensity), and STORM (extreme volatility). They trade 24\/7 including weekends and are unaffected by economic news or geopolitical events.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What is the difference between BOOM and CRASH synthetic indices on Headway?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">BOOM indices trend steadily and then experience sudden random upward spikes. CRASH indices trend steadily and then experience sudden random downward drops. Both BOOM and CRASH families have two variants on Headway: _100 (spikes occur roughly every 100 ticks on average) and _200 (spikes occur less frequently, roughly every 200 ticks). The _100 variants have spikes occurring more often, which creates more trading opportunities but also more unpredictability.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Can I trade Headway Synthetic Indices on MT4?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. Headway Synthetic Indices are available exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (MT5). They are not listed on MetaTrader 4 (MT4). You must open or switch to an MT5 account type to access BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM instruments. MT5 is available as a desktop application, web terminal, and mobile app for both Android and iOS.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What leverage is available on Headway Synthetic Indices?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">All Headway synthetic instruments start at 1:500 leverage for positions under $100,000 notional value. As total position size increases, leverage is automatically reduced: $100,001\u2013$500,000 = 1:250; $500,001\u2013$1,000,000 = 1:50; $1,000,001\u2013$10,000,001 = 1:12.5; above $10,000,001 = 1:5. This reduction applies to total notional value across all open synthetic positions combined.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Do Headway Synthetic Indices have swap fees or commissions?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. All 10 Headway synthetic instruments \u2014 BOOM, CRASH, VOL, FLAME, and STORM \u2014 have zero commission and zero swap fees for both long and short positions. The only cost of trading synthetics on Headway is the spread, which ranges from 0.5 pips (VOL_10, the tightest) to 3.0 pips (VOL_80, the widest).<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Which Headway Synthetic Index has the tightest spread?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">VOL_10 has the tightest spread at 0.5 pips, making it the most cost-efficient synthetic instrument on Headway for high-frequency strategies like scalping. CRASH_100 comes second at 0.9 pips. The widest spread is VOL_80 at 3.0 pips, followed by STORM_500 at 2.5 pips.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>Are Headway Synthetic Indices available 24\/7 including weekends?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. All Headway synthetic instruments are available for trading 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Saturdays, Sundays, and all public holidays. Because they are algorithm-generated and independent of real-world markets, they are not subject to any market open or close schedule. This makes them particularly attractive for traders in regions where major forex sessions occur during inconvenient hours.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <span>What is the best Headway Synthetic Index for beginners?<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\">For beginners, VOL_10 is the most approachable starting point. Its 0.5 pip spread is the lowest cost, its volatility is the lowest among all synthetic instruments, and it moves continuously without sudden spikes \u2014 making it easier to apply standard technical analysis tools. Avoid STORM_500, VOL_80, and FLAME until you have at least 2\u20134 weeks of consistent demo trading results on a lower-volatility instrument.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"author-box\">\r\n <div class=\"author-avatar\">FX<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n <div class=\"author-name\">Headway Brokers Editorial Team<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-title\">Forex & Synthetic Instruments Research \u00b7 headwaybrokers.com<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-bio\">This guide was produced by our team of forex and synthetic instruments analysts. Instrument specifications (spreads, leverage, swap rates, margin requirements) were sourced directly from the Headway Broker MT5 platform and the Headway trading instruments page as of May 2026. Trading strategies described in this article are for educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. All trading involves risk and past performance of any instrument or strategy does not guarantee future results.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"cta-block\">\r\n <h2>Ready to Trade <span>Synthetic Indices<\/span> on Headway Broker?<\/h2>\r\n <p>Open an MT5 account from $1, access all 10 synthetic instruments 24\/7, and start with a free demo account to practice before going live.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"cta-buttons\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Open MT5 Account \u2014 $1 Min.\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: var(--gold-light); border-color: rgba(232,184,75,0.5);\">\r\n <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"16\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Try Demo Account Free\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p style=\"margin-top: 18px; font-size: 12px; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.32);\">Synthetic indices are high-risk instruments. 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