CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Trusted Power — 1:1000 Leverage for Pro Clients
We trust the traders who’ve earned it. That’s why we’re offering up to 1:1000 leverage under SCB Pro.
Built for Precision. Backed by Trust.
This isn’t about taking on more risk — it’s about giving seasoned traders the flexibility to express strategy with control.
*Only available for SCB Pro Clients
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Tiered Margin System
Smarter risk control — scaled to your exposure
> Up to USD 1 million → 1:1000 leverage
> Above USD 1 million → 1:500 leverage
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Available Instruments
Target opportunities across top markets
✓ FX Majors
✓ FX Minors
✓ FX Crosses
✓ Gold (XAUUSD)
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Platforms You Trust
Seamless execution on industry-leading platforms.
Trade on MT4 and MT5.
| Instruments Category | Retail | Professional |
| Margin Forex Major | 1:200 | Up to 1:1000 |
| Margin Forex Minor | 1:200 | Up to 1:1000 |
| Margin Forex Crosses | 1:200 | Up to 1:1000 |
| Gold (XAUUSD) | 1:200 | Up to 1:1000 |
1:1000 Isn’t for Everyone — And That’s the Point
At Pepperstone, leverage is more than a number. It’s a reflection of trust.
That’s why 1:1000 is reserved exclusively for SCB Pro clients — traders who’ve met our professional criteria and demonstrated expertise, control, and a strategic approach to the markets.
Who Qualifies for 1:1000 Leverage?
To access 1:1000 leverage, you’ll need to be an SCB Pro client—an experienced trader who meets specific criteria and understands the risks of high-leverage trading.
Not a Pepperstone Pro client yet?
Upgrade to a Pepperstone Pro account to access premium trading benefits — including 1:1000 leverage and more tools tailored for experienced traders.
Our numbers speak for themselves
Data for the Pepperstone Group, correct as at 1 April 2025
750K+
Traders
$400B+
Monthly trading volume
$50M+
Withdrawn each month
10
Global offices
