When you're entering a trade, you might often wonder: "What is the maximum volume I can trade?". It is important to know about any limitations associated with your trading strategy, especially in forex and CFDs like indices and commodities. Maximum Trading Volume (volume per order and volume of all trades) is the most you can trade at once. This limitation can be capped by order, instrument type, or an account. This matters for how you plan your trades and manage risks. Check out the table below to see the limits for Metatrader 4 and Metatrader 5:
| Per Order | All Orders | |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Instruments | 100 lots | Unlimited |
| Commodities |
5 lots |
100 lots |
| Indices |
100 - 1000 Lots* *(Depends on Instrument) |
1500 - 50000 Lots* *(Depends on Instrument) |
| Stocks CFD |
2000 Lots |
99999 Lots |
Please note that the most up-to-date information can be found in the MetaTrader under the instruments specification. To know how you can find the instrument's specifications, please check our Navigating Contract Specifications on MetaTrader, WebTrader and FXTM Trading app article.