Risk Disclosure

1. Nature of CFD and Forex Trading

CFDs and forex are leveraged financial products. This means you can open positions worth significantly more than your deposited capital. While leverage can amplify profits, it equally amplifies losses. A small adverse movement in the market can result in losses that exceed your initial deposit. You may be required to deposit additional funds at short notice to maintain your positions, or your positions may be liquidated at a loss.

2. Leverage Risk

Leverage allows traders to control large positions with a relatively small amount of capital. For example, with 1:500 leverage, a $1,000 deposit controls a $500,000 position. While this magnifies potential profits, it also means that a 0.2% adverse movement can eliminate your entire deposit.

Different instruments carry different margin requirements and leverage ratios. XAUUSD (gold) is particularly volatile, and leverage on gold positions should be managed with extreme caution. We strongly recommend using stop-loss orders on all trades and never risking more than a small percentage of your account on any single position.

3. Market Risk

Financial markets are influenced by a wide range of factors including economic data, central bank policies, geopolitical events, natural disasters, and market sentiment. These factors can cause rapid and unpredictable price movements. There is no strategy, system, or Expert Advisor that can eliminate market risk.

Gap risk is particularly relevant. Markets can open at significantly different prices from the previous close, especially over weekends or during major news events. Stop-loss orders may not execute at the specified price during gap events, potentially resulting in losses greater than anticipated.

4. No Guarantee of Profits

There is no guarantee that any trading strategy, signal, Expert Advisor, or copy trading service will generate profits. Historical performance, regardless of how it is presented or verified, is not indicative of future results. All trading involves the risk of loss, and you should be prepared for the possibility of losing your entire investment.

Claims of guaranteed profits, risk-free trading, or assured returns are misleading and should be treated with skepticism. MAT does not make any such claims.

5. Past Performance Disclaimer

All trading results published by Marc Albrecht Trading, whether on our website, Myfxbook profiles, social media, or marketing materials, represent historical performance only. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Simulated or hypothetical results have inherent limitations. Unlike actual trading records, simulated results do not represent actual trading. Since trades have not actually been executed, results may under- or over-compensate for the impact of certain market factors such as lack of liquidity. Simulated trading programs are generally designed with the benefit of hindsight.

6. Copy Trading Risks

Copy trading involves additional risks beyond standard market risk:

• Execution Differences — Slippage, spread differences, and timing delays between the signal provider’s account and your account can result in different entry and exit prices.
• Provider Risk— The signal provider’s strategy may experience drawdowns or losses. Past success does not guarantee future performance.
• Scaling Risk— Position sizes copied to your account are scaled based on your balance. If your balance is significantly different from the provider’s, the proportional impact of each trade will differ.
• Disconnection Risk — Technical issues may temporarily prevent trades from being copied, potentially resulting in missed entries or unmanaged open positions.

7. Expert Advisor Risks

Expert Advisors (EAs) are automated trading programs that carry specific risks:

• Over-Optimization— EAs optimized to historical data may perform poorly in live market conditions.
• Technical Failure— EAs require a stable internet connection and reliable platform. Outages can lead to missed trades or unmanaged positions.
• Market Regime Changes — Strategies that work in certain conditions may fail when market behavior shifts.
• Continuous Monitoring — Despite being automated, EAs require regular human oversight to ensure proper functioning.

8. Suitability

CFD and forex trading is not suitable for all investors. You should consider whether you understand how these products work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Trading may not be appropriate for you if:

• You cannot afford to lose the funds you plan to invest
• You do not have experience with leveraged financial products
• You are unable to monitor your positions regularly
• You are risk-averse and uncomfortable with significant capital fluctuations
• You are investing funds earmarked for essential expenses

We strongly recommend seeking independent financial advice from a qualified professional before engaging in any form of leveraged trading.

9. Regulatory Information

Marc Albrecht Trading provides trading signals, Expert Advisors, and educational content. We are not a broker, dealer, or registered investment advisor. We do not hold client funds.

Our recommended broker, RoboForex Ltd, is regulated by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Belize under license number FSC #000138/7. The regulatory protections available to you will depend on the jurisdiction of the broker entity you are registered with and the local regulations that apply.

[REVIEW WITH LEGAL COUNSEL] Verify regulatory disclosures are accurate and complete for all jurisdictions where services are offered. Confirm whether MAT requires any regulatory registrations or licenses.

10. Third-Party Risks

Our services rely on third-party platforms and services including RoboForex, Myfxbook, MQL5 marketplace, and InstantCopyTraders. MAT is not responsible for the actions, policies, or technical reliability of these third parties. Service disruptions, policy changes, or technical failures at any of these providers may affect your trading experience and results.

11. Acknowledgment

By using any service provided by Marc Albrecht Trading, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Risk Disclosure, that you are aware of the risks involved in trading leveraged financial products, and that you accept full responsibility for your trading decisions and their outcomes.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Risk Disclosure, please contact us at contact@marcalbrechttrading.com.