Quick answer: NordFX trading instruments include currency pairs, gold, silver, oil, natural gas, crypto CFDs, major global indices, the U.S. Dollar Index, and CFDs on popular company shares such as Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Tesla, NVIDIA, Visa, and Exxon Mobil.
NordFX is a multi-asset broker that provides access to currency pairs, metals, energies, crypto CFDs, indices, commodities, and stock CFDs through the MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) trading platforms. The exact list of instruments depends on the account type and platform, so traders should check the contract specifications before opening a position.
What are trading instruments?
Trading instruments are financial assets or contracts that traders can buy or sell in the market.
In online trading, this may include currency pairs, metals, energies, indices, cryptocurrencies, and CFDs on company shares. Each instrument has its own price movement, trading hours, spread, swap, margin requirements, and risk profile.
How to find trading instruments in MT4 and MT5
- Open Market Watch
- Right-click → Symbols
- Select asset category
- Double-click instrument
- Open chart

What trading instruments are available in NordFX?
NordFX provides access to several major groups of trading instruments:
Instrument group | Examples | Available through |
Currency pairs | EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY, AUDUSD | MT4 / MT5 |
Metals | XAUUSD, XAGUSD | MT4 / MT5 |
Energies | UKOIL, USOIL, XNGUSD | depending on platform/account |
Crypto CFDs | BTCUSD, ETHUSD, XRPUSD, LTCUSD | MT4 / MT5 |
Indices | DE40, US30, US500, USTEC, UK100 | depending on platform/account |
Stock CFDs | AAPL, AMZN, MSFT, TSLA, NVDA | MT4 / MT5 |
Which currency pairs are available?
NordFX offers a wide range of major, minor, and selected exotic currency pairs.
Commonly available currency pairs include:
AUDCAD, AUDCHF, AUDJPY, AUDNZD, AUDUSD, CADCHF, CADJPY, CHFJPY, EURAUD, EURCAD, EURCHF, EURGBP, EURJPY, EURNZD, EURUSD, GBPAUD, GBPCAD, GBPCHF, GBPJPY, GBPNZD, GBPUSD, NZDCAD, NZDCHF, NZDJPY, NZDUSD, USDCAD, USDCHF, USDCNH, USDHKD, USDJPY, USDNOK, USDSEK, USDSGD, USDZAR.
Currency pairs are often used by traders who prefer liquid weekday markets, macroeconomic analysis, and technical trading setups.
Related reading: Major Currency Pairs — https://nordfx.com/useful-articles/what-are-major-forex-pairs
Which metals and energy instruments are available?
NordFX provides access to precious metals and selected energy instruments.
Category | Symbols |
Metals | XAUUSD, XAGUSD |
Energies | UKOIL, USOIL, XNGUSD |
XAUUSD represents gold against the U.S. dollar, while XAGUSD represents silver against the U.S. dollar. Energy instruments include Brent oil, WTI oil, and natural gas, depending on the account and platform.
Related reading: Gold Trading Guide — https://nordfx.com/traders-guide/gold-trading-guide
Which crypto CFDs are available?
Crypto CFDs allow traders to speculate on cryptocurrency price movements without owning the underlying coins or using a crypto wallet.
Crypto CFD symbols available across NordFX account specifications include:
BTCUSD, ETHUSD, DOGEUSD, LINKUSD, LTCUSD, XRPUSD, BNBUSD, DOTUSD, FILUSD, SOLUSD, UNIUSD.
Crypto CFDs may trade 24/7, but they are usually more volatile than many traditional instruments.
Which indices and commodities are available?
NordFX offers access to major index CFDs and selected commodity CFDs.
Symbol | Description |
AUS200 | S&P/ASX 200 Australian Index |
DE40 | DAX 40 Germany Index |
DXY | U.S. Dollar Index |
FR40 | CAC 40 France Index |
HK50 | Hang Seng Index |
JP225 | Nikkei 225 Japan Index |
STOXX50 | Euro STOXX 50 Index |
UK100 | FTSE UK 100 Index |
US30 | Dow Jones 30 US Index |
US500 | S&P 500 US Index |
USTEC | Nasdaq 100 US Index |
UKOIL | Brent crude oil |
USOIL | WTI crude oil |
XNGUSD | Natural gas |
Indices are often used to trade broader market sentiment, while oil and gas instruments are more closely linked to energy-market supply, demand, and macroeconomic factors.
Which stock CFDs are available?
NordFX provides CFDs on selected major company shares.
Available stock CFD symbols include:
AAPL, AMZN, BA, BABA, BAC, C, EBAY, F, FB, GOOG, GOOGL, IBM, INTC, KO, MA, MCD, META, MSFT, NFLX, NVDA, ORCL, PFE, T, TSLA, V, XOM.
These include companies such as Apple, Amazon, Boeing, Alibaba, Bank of America, Citigroup, eBay, Ford, Alphabet, IBM, Intel, Coca-Cola, Mastercard, McDonald’s, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix, NVIDIA, Oracle, Pfizer, AT&T, Tesla, Visa, and Exxon Mobil.
Stock CFDs are usually linked to company news, earnings reports, sector trends, and U.S. stock market hours.
Are the same instruments available on MT4 and MT5?
Not always. MT4 and MT5 are separate trading platforms, and the available instruments can differ by platform and account type.
For example, MT4 and MT5 both provide access to currency pairs, metals, crypto CFDs, indices, energies, and stock CFDs, but the exact symbols and specifications may not be identical. MT5 may include some symbols or naming formats that differ from MT4.
Traders should always check the instrument specification inside MT4 or MT5 before trading.
Related pages:
MetaTrader 4 — https://nordfx.com/metatrader-4
MetaTrader 5 — https://nordfx.com/metatrader-5
How do NordFX Pro and Zero accounts differ by instruments?
Both Pro and Zero accounts provide access to multiple market groups, but trading conditions can differ.
Feature | Pro account | Zero account |
Currency pairs | Available | Available |
Metals | Available | Available |
Crypto CFDs | Available | Available |
Indices / commodities | Available depending on platform | Available depending on platform |
Stock CFDs | Available | Available |
Typical spread | Usually wider than Zero | Usually lower than Pro |
Commission | Depends on instrument/account | May apply depending on instrument/account |
The main difference is usually not the market category itself, but the trading conditions, such as spread, commission, swap, margin, and minimum trade size.
Example: how a trader may compare instruments in MT5
A trader using MT5 through NordFX may open Market Watch and compare three instruments:
Instrument | What the trader checks |
EURUSD | Spread, session activity, economic calendar events |
XAUUSD | Volatility, margin, stop-loss distance |
BTCUSD | 24/7 movement, wider volatility, swap conditions |
For example, a trader may choose EURUSD for a lower-volatility weekday setup, XAUUSD for stronger intraday movement, or BTCUSD for weekend crypto CFD exposure. The choice should depend on the strategy, risk level, and trading conditions visible in the platform.
How should traders choose an instrument?
Traders should choose instruments based on volatility, cost, trading hours, liquidity, and personal experience.
A practical approach:
- Start with one or two liquid instruments.
- Check spread, swap, commission, and margin.
- Study the instrument’s active trading hours.
- Use a demo account before trading live.
- Avoid switching markets too often without a clear reason.
Beginners usually benefit from focusing on a small number of instruments instead of trying to trade everything at once.
Common mistakes when choosing trading instruments
Mistake | Why it happens | How to avoid it |
Trading too many symbols | The trader loses focus | Start with 1–3 instruments |
Ignoring contract specifications | Costs and margin differ | Check symbol details before trading |
Treating all markets the same | Gold, crypto, indices, and currencies behave differently | Adapt strategy to each market |
Choosing only high-volatility assets | Large moves look attractive | Use smaller position sizes and strict risk limits |
Ignoring trading hours | Some CFDs are not open 24/7 | Check platform trading sessions |
Confusing CFDs with ownership | CFDs track price movement | Understand that CFDs do not give asset ownership |
FAQ
What trading instruments are available in NordFX?
NordFX provides access to currency pairs, metals, energies, crypto CFDs, indices, commodities, and stock CFDs through MT4 and MT5.
Does NordFX offer gold trading?
Yes. Gold is available as XAUUSD. Silver is also available as XAGUSD.
Does NordFX offer crypto trading?
NordFX offers crypto CFDs, including BTCUSD, ETHUSD, XRPUSD, LTCUSD, DOGEUSD, and other crypto CFD symbols depending on the account and platform.
Does NordFX offer stock CFDs?
Yes. NordFX offers CFDs on selected major company shares, including Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Tesla, NVIDIA, Visa, and Exxon Mobil.
Are MT4 and MT5 the same?
No. MT4 and MT5 are different trading platforms. NordFX is the broker that provides access to them.
Are all symbols available on every account?
Not necessarily. Symbol availability and trading conditions may depend on the account type, platform, and current contract specifications.
Where can traders check exact spreads and swaps?
Traders should check the contract specifications in MT4 or MT5 before opening a trade, because spreads, swaps, margin, and trading hours can vary by instrument.
Is crypto CFD trading the same as owning crypto?
No. Crypto CFD trading means speculating on price movement without owning the underlying cryptocurrency or using a crypto wallet.
Key takeaways
- NordFX is a multi-asset broker, not a trading platform.
- MT4 and MT5 are the trading platforms used to access markets.
- Available instruments include currency pairs, metals, energies, crypto CFDs, indices, and stock CFDs.
- Exact specifications can differ between MT4, MT5, Pro, and Zero accounts.
- Traders should always check spread, swap, commission, margin, and trading hours before placing a trade.
Meet the Author
Vanessa Polson is a marketing manager at NordFX with over twelve years of experience in online marketing within the financial services industry. She has developed and executed data-driven campaigns across search, social, and display channels in in-house environments. Her work focuses on translating complex financial products and trading tools into clear, practical educational content, giving her a broad and well-rounded view of the global trading landscape.
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