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Headway offers gold on Standard, Pro, and Cent accounts.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the spread on XAUUSD gold on Headway Broker?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Headway Broker's XAUUSD spread varies by account type. On the Standard account, gold spreads typically start from around 0.3 pips (points) during major market sessions. On the Pro account, gold spreads are tighter with a $1.5 per lot commission. Spreads widen during off-peak hours, particularly during the Asian session (Sunday evening to Monday morning UTC).\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What leverage is available for gold trading on Headway Broker?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Headway Broker offers leverage of up to 1:2000 on gold (XAUUSD) for eligible accounts. However, leverage is automatically reduced for larger positions as your notional value increases. For most retail traders, starting with 1:100 or 1:200 leverage on gold is recommended to manage risk effectively.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the minimum lot size for trading gold on Headway Broker?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The minimum lot size for XAUUSD on Headway Broker is 0.01 lots (1 micro lot). At this size, each pip (1 point) move in gold is worth approximately $0.10. 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spreads, leverage, lot sizes, the best trading sessions, proven strategies, and a step-by-step MT5 setup guide.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><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>Trade Gold on Headway \u2014 $10 Min.<\/a>\r\n <div class=\"hero-meta\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-meta-item\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>0.01 Lot Minimum<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-meta-item\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Up to 1:2000 Leverage<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-meta-item\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>MT4 & MT5 Available<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-meta-item\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>24\/5 Trading Hours<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<div class=\"trust-bar\"><div class=\"trust-bar-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"15\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"22 12 18 12 15 21 9 3 6 12 2 12\"\/><\/svg>High Daily Volatility<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"15\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Zero Commission (Standard)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"15\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Most Popular Headway Instrument<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"15\" height=\"15\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>FSCA Regulated<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"last-updated\"><svg 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>Last updated: May 2026 \u00b7 11 min read<\/div>\r\n <h2>Why Gold (XAUUSD) Is the <span class=\"accent\">Most Traded Instrument on Headway Broker<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">XAUUSD \u2014 gold priced in US Dollars \u2014 is consistently the most popular instrument among Headway traders globally. Here is why, and the key specs you need to know before your first trade.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"specs-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"spec-card\"><div class=\"spec-val\">0.01<\/div><div class=\"spec-lbl\">Min. lot size<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"spec-card\"><div class=\"spec-val\">1:2000<\/div><div class=\"spec-lbl\">Max leverage<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"spec-card\"><div class=\"spec-val\">~$10<\/div><div class=\"spec-lbl\">Value per pip (1 lot)<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"spec-card\"><div class=\"spec-val\">24\/5<\/div><div class=\"spec-lbl\">Trading hours<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"spec-card\"><div class=\"spec-val\">$0<\/div><div class=\"spec-lbl\">Commission (Standard)<\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p>Gold is beloved by traders for several structural reasons. Its price moves in large, predictable swings driven by macroeconomic forces \u2014 inflation data, Fed interest rate decisions, US Dollar strength, and geopolitical risk. These are relatively easy to follow even without deep technical analysis experience.<\/p>\r\n <p>Gold also has some of the highest daily volatility of any major instrument. On an average day, XAUUSD moves 1,000\u20133,000 pips (points), creating multiple trading opportunities in both directions. And unlike stocks, gold trades 24 hours a day from Monday to Friday \u2014 no waiting for market open.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"note-gold\"><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><span><strong>On a standard lot (1.0 lot) of XAUUSD:<\/strong> each 1-point move = $10 profit or loss. On a micro lot (0.01 lot): each 1-point move = $0.10. Gold regularly moves 1,000\u20133,000 points per day \u2014 meaning proper lot sizing and stop-loss placement are critical before entering any gold trade.<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>XAUUSD Lot Size Reference \u2014 <span class=\"accent\">What Each Position Size Means in Dollar Terms<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Understanding the dollar value of your gold position before you trade is essential for proper risk management on Headway.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\">\r\n <table class=\"lot-table\">\r\n <thead><tr><th>Lot Size<\/th><th>Position Size<\/th><th>Value per 1 Point<\/th><th>100-Point Move (Win\/Loss)<\/th><th>Recommended For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr><td>0.01 lots<\/td><td>1 troy oz equiv.<\/td><td class=\"highlight\">$0.10<\/td><td>$10.00<\/td><td>Beginners \/ very small accounts<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>0.05 lots<\/td><td>5 oz equiv.<\/td><td class=\"highlight\">$0.50<\/td><td>$50.00<\/td><td>Small accounts ($50\u2013$200)<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>0.10 lots<\/td><td>10 oz equiv.<\/td><td class=\"highlight\">$1.00<\/td><td>$100.00<\/td><td>Accounts $100\u2013$500<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>0.50 lots<\/td><td>50 oz equiv.<\/td><td class=\"highlight\">$5.00<\/td><td>$500.00<\/td><td>Accounts $500\u2013$2,000<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>1.00 lot<\/td><td>100 oz equiv.<\/td><td class=\"highlight\">$10.00<\/td><td>$1,000.00<\/td><td>Accounts $1,000+<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"note-amber\"><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><span><strong>Risk rule of thumb:<\/strong> Never risk more than 1-2% of your account on a single gold trade. On a $500 account, that means risking no more than $5-$10 per trade. Use a stop-loss of 100-200 points and size your lot accordingly.<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Best Times to Trade <span class=\"accent\">XAUUSD Gold on Headway Broker<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">Gold volatility and spread conditions vary significantly by session. Trading at the right time can reduce your costs and increase your profit opportunities.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"session-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"session-card best\">\r\n <div class=\"session-time\">1:00 PM \u2013 5:00 PM GMT<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-name\">London-New York Overlap<\/div>\r\n <div><span class=\"session-badge badge-best\">Best session<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-desc\">Highest volume, tightest spreads, largest price moves. Most economic data released here (NFP, CPI, Fed). Best for all strategies.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-card\">\r\n <div class=\"session-time\">8:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM GMT<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-name\">London Session<\/div>\r\n <div><span class=\"session-badge badge-ok\">Good<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-desc\">Strong liquidity. European news moves gold. Good for trend following and breakout strategies.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-card\">\r\n <div class=\"session-time\">5:00 PM \u2013 10:00 PM GMT<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-name\">New York Afternoon<\/div>\r\n <div><span class=\"session-badge badge-ok\">Moderate<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-desc\">Declining volume after US data. Trend continuation or consolidation. Be cautious of reversals into close.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-card\">\r\n <div class=\"session-time\">10:00 PM \u2013 8:00 AM GMT<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-name\">Asian \/ Off-peak Hours<\/div>\r\n <div><span class=\"session-badge badge-avoid\">Avoid<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"session-desc\">Low volume, wider spreads, range-bound movement. Higher trading costs reduce profitability significantly.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>Proven Strategies for <span class=\"accent\">Trading Gold XAUUSD on Headway Broker MT5<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-intro\">These three strategies are the most widely used and effective approaches for trading XAUUSD. Each suits a different trading style and time commitment.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-list\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-item\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-head\"><div class=\"strategy-num\">1<\/div><div class=\"strategy-name\">Trend Following with 50 EMA and 200 EMA<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tags\"><span class=\"s-tag\">Swing Trading<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">H4 \/ Daily Chart<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">Medium Risk<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">Add the 50-period EMA and 200-period EMA to your H4 or Daily chart. When the 50 EMA crosses above the 200 EMA (golden cross), the trend is bullish \u2014 look for buy entries on pullbacks to the 50 EMA. When the 50 EMA crosses below the 200 EMA (death cross), the trend is bearish \u2014 look for sell entries on pullbacks. Set a stop-loss 150-200 points below your entry and target 300-500 points profit. This is a patient strategy \u2014 expect 2-5 trades per week at most.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-item\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-head\"><div class=\"strategy-num\">2<\/div><div class=\"strategy-name\">News Event Breakout Trading<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tags\"><span class=\"s-tag\">Day Trading<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">M15 \/ H1 Chart<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">High Risk<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">Gold reacts violently to major US economic data \u2014 Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP, first Friday of each month), CPI inflation data (mid-month), and FOMC interest rate decisions. Mark the key support and resistance levels on the H1 chart before the release. When price breaks above resistance or below support with strong momentum after the data releases, enter in the direction of the break. Set a tight stop-loss (100-150 points) and take profit at the next major level. Never hold through the initial spike \u2014 it can reverse just as fast.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-item\">\r\n <div class=\"strategy-head\"><div class=\"strategy-num\">3<\/div><div class=\"strategy-name\">Support and Resistance Range Trading<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-tags\"><span class=\"s-tag\">Scalping \/ Day Trading<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">M15 \/ H1 Chart<\/span><span class=\"s-tag\">Medium Risk<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"strategy-desc\">During consolidation periods when gold is ranging between clear support and resistance levels, trade the bounces. Buy when price tests a strong support level with a bullish candlestick confirmation (hammer, engulfing). Sell when price tests strong resistance with a bearish confirmation (shooting star, bearish engulfing). Set stop-loss just below support (or above resistance) \u2014 80-120 points. Target 150-250 points. This works best during the London session when intraday ranges are most predictable.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"note-red\"><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><span><strong>Critical rule for all gold strategies:<\/strong> Always set a stop-loss before entering any XAUUSD trade on Headway. Gold can move 500+ points in minutes during news events. A trade without a stop-loss on gold with leverage can wipe an account balance in a single candle.<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>How to Open Your First <span class=\"accent\">Gold Trade on Headway Broker MT5<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <div class=\"steps\">\r\n <div class=\"step-card\"><div class=\"step-number\">1<\/div><div class=\"step-body\"><h3>Register and Fund Your Headway Account<\/h3><p>Open a Headway account (minimum $10 Standard account). Complete KYC verification. To trade gold effectively, a starting balance of $100\u2013$500 is recommended, allowing you to trade 0.01\u20130.05 lots with proper stop-loss distances.<\/p><div style=\"margin-top:14px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/headway.partners\/user\/signup?hwp=a1b56a\" class=\"cta-btn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-size:14px;padding:11px 22px;\">Open Account<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-card\"><div class=\"step-number\">2<\/div><div class=\"step-body\"><h3>Download MetaTrader 5 and Find XAUUSD in Market Watch<\/h3><p>Download MT5. Log in with your Headway MT5 credentials. Open Market Watch (Ctrl+M). In the search bar, type \"XAUUSD\" or \"Gold\". Double-click to open a chart. Set your chart to H1 or H4 timeframe for initial analysis.<\/p><div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 If XAUUSD doesn't appear in Market Watch, right-click inside Market Watch, click \"Symbols\", search for Gold, and add it to your watchlist.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-card\"><div class=\"step-number\">3<\/div><div class=\"step-body\"><h3>Add Your Indicators and Identify Key Levels<\/h3><p>Add the 50 EMA and 200 EMA from Insert \u2192 Indicators \u2192 Trend \u2192 Moving Average. Draw horizontal support and resistance lines at obvious price levels where gold has previously reversed. Check the economic calendar for upcoming US data that could move gold significantly.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-card\"><div class=\"step-number\">4<\/div><div class=\"step-body\"><h3>Calculate Your Lot Size Based on Your Stop-Loss<\/h3><p>Before placing any order, decide your stop-loss distance (e.g., 150 points). Calculate: if each point is worth $0.10 on 0.01 lots, a 150-point stop = $1.50 risk on 0.01 lots. For a $100 account risking 2% ($2), you can use 0.01 lots. Increase lot size proportionally with your account as it grows.<\/p><div class=\"step-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 Use MT5's built-in position size calculator or place a 0.01 lot trade with a stop-loss and note the risk \u2014 then scale up accordingly.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-card\"><div class=\"step-number\">5<\/div><div class=\"step-body\"><h3>Place Your Order With Stop-Loss and Take-Profit Set<\/h3><p>In MT5, press F9 (or right-click chart \u2192 New Order). Select XAUUSD, enter your lot size, set your stop-loss price and take-profit price before confirming. Never click \"Market Execution\" without the stop-loss filled in. Set at least a 1:2 risk-to-reward ratio (risk 100 points to target 200 points minimum).<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h2>FAQ \u2014 <span class=\"accent\">Trading Gold XAUUSD on Headway Broker<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <div class=\"faq-list\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span>Can I trade gold XAUUSD on Headway Broker?<\/span><div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. Gold (XAUUSD) is one of the most traded instruments on Headway Broker and is available on both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. It is accessible on all account types \u2014 Cent, Standard, and Pro \u2014 and trades 24 hours a day from Monday to Friday.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span>What is the spread on XAUUSD gold on Headway Broker?<\/span><div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">Gold spreads on Headway's Standard account typically start from around 0.3 pips during major sessions (London-New York overlap). Spreads widen during off-peak hours, particularly during the Asian session. The Pro account offers tighter spreads with a $1.5 per lot commission. Check the live spread in MT5 before executing trades.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span>What is the minimum lot size for gold on Headway?<\/span><div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">The minimum lot size for XAUUSD on Headway is 0.01 lots (micro lot). At this size, each 1-point move in gold equals approximately $0.10 profit or loss. This makes gold accessible to traders with small accounts \u2014 a 500-point move on 0.01 lots = $5 profit or loss.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span>What leverage is available for gold on Headway?<\/span><div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">Headway offers leverage up to 1:2000 on gold for eligible accounts. However, such high leverage carries extreme risk \u2014 a 1% adverse move on 1:100 leverage loses your entire margin. For gold trading, most experienced traders use 1:50 to 1:100 leverage maximum, even if higher leverage is available.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span>When is the best time to trade gold on Headway?<\/span><div class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">The best time to trade XAUUSD on Headway is during the London-New York overlap (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM GMT) when volume, volatility, and liquidity are at their peak and spreads are tightest. Avoid trading gold during the Asian session (10:00 PM to 8:00 AM GMT) when spreads are wider and movements are smaller.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"author-box\"><div class=\"author-avatar\">FX<\/div><div class=\"author-info\"><div class=\"author-name\">Headway Brokers Editorial Team<\/div><div class=\"author-title\">Gold Trading Research \u00b7 headwaybrokers.com<\/div><div class=\"author-bio\">This guide was produced by our trading research team specializing in commodities and forex. Gold trading specifications were verified against the Headway MT5 platform as of May 2026. All strategies described are for educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Gold trading involves significant risk of loss. Always use stop-loss orders and only risk capital you can afford to lose.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"cta-block\">\r\n <h2>Ready to Trade <span>Gold (XAUUSD)<\/span> on Headway?<\/h2>\r\n <p>Start with $10 and 0.01 lot minimum. Practice on the demo account first \u2014 then go live with the $111 no deposit bonus.<\/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\"><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>Trade Gold \u2014 $10 Min.<\/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);\">Claim $111 Bonus<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p style=\"margin-top:18px;font-size:12px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.32);\">Gold CFD trading involves significant risk. Capital is at risk. 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