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Stop trading Gold the old way – Here's what works in 2026 [Video]

In this video, I break down where you should be trading gold in 2026's extreme volatility environment and compare the real costs across futures, micro gold, prop firms, and CFDs. With the CME raising margins three times in just 10 days (now requiring 9% of notional value), many traders are being priced out of traditional futures or finding their prop firms have restricted metals trading entirely. I walk you through my 6 essential tips for surviving this market, then do a complete cost breakdown showing exactly what it takes to trade one contract across futures prop firms, personal brokerage accounts, CFD props, and CFD brokers – including margin requirements, upfront costs, and maximum risk exposure.

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Kathy Lien

Kathy Lien

BKTraders and Prop Traders Edge

Having graduated New York University’s Stern School of Business at the age of 18, Ms. Kathy Lien has more than 13 years of experience in the financial markets with a specific focus on currencies.

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