Hedging lets you hold both a buy and a sell position on the same currency pair at once - useful for locking exposure, managing news risk or running multi-strategy setups. Not every broker or jurisdiction permits it.

On a hedge-enabled account you can open opposing trades on one pair; the positions net only for margin, not for profit/loss until closed. This is common on MetaTrader 4/5 with 'hedging' account type.

Some regulators (e.g. FIFO rules in the US) require positions to close first-in-first-out and disallow locking the same pair. Check whether your entity permits hedging before relying on it.

The brokers below are widely used and support a range of funding and account options. Always verify availability for your specific region and entity on each broker's site before funding:

• 1. Exness– read our full assessment and compare hedging accounts.
• 2. FXTM– read our full assessment and compare hedging accounts.
• 3. XM– read our full assessment and compare hedging accounts.
• 4. IC Markets– read our full assessment and compare hedging accounts.
• 5. FBS– read our full assessment and compare hedging accounts.

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What is hedging in forex?

Opening both long and short on the same pair to offset or lock risk. It is allowed on hedge-type accounts with certain brokers.

Do all brokers allow hedging?

No. Availability depends on the broker and the regulator serving you; some jurisdictions enforce FIFO and disallow locking.

Which platforms support hedging?

MetaTrader 4/5 hedge accounts commonly do; confirm the account type when opening.

Is hedging the same as zero risk?

No. Hedging changes exposure but does not eliminate it, and it can increase margin and cost. Understand the mechanics first.