Important Update: Changes to Margin Requirements for Oil Instruments

FXOpen -

We would like to inform you of upcoming changes to margin requirements affecting the following trading instruments:

  • XTIUSD (WTI Crude Oil) – margin requirements will be increased (maximum leverage reduced to 1:25)
  • XBRUSD (Brent Crude Oil) – margin requirements will be increased (maximum leverage reduced to 1:25)

These changes will come into effect on 23 March 2026.

Clients are advised to ensure that their accounts are sufficiently funded at all times and that any open positions are managed appropriately in line with the updated margin requirements.

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Our Customer Support team is available to help you with any questions regarding these changes or your account. Please feel free to contact us via email.