MetaTrader 4
Trading Instruments

MetaTrader 4 connects a trading account to a broker server, where forex, metals, energy, indices, stock CFDs and other instruments may be available. The exact symbol list, quotes, contract specifications and trading conditions depend on the broker and account type.

✓ Broker-provided instruments ✓ Server-based quotes ✓ Account-specific conditions
MetaTrader 4 terminal and multiple trading products
  • 6Common market categories
  • BrokerProvides the trading account and instruments
  • ServerDelivers quotes and trading access
  • AccountDetermines available symbols and conditions

Common MetaTrader 4 Market Categories

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Forex

Forex

Major, minor and other currency pairs offered by the broker

Metals

Metals

Gold, silver and other metal contracts where available

Energy

Energy

Oil, natural gas and related energy contracts offered by the broker

Global indices

Indices

Index-related instruments available through the trading account

Stock CFDs

Stock CFDs

Stock-based CFDs where supported by the broker and account type

Cryptocurrency

Crypto

Crypto-related contracts where available through the broker

MetaTrader 4 Market Quote Reference

Quotes in this table are sourced from TradingView for reference only. They are not broker-account bid/ask prices, spreads or execution terms. Quotes inside MetaTrader 4 come from the broker server you connect to.

Product Symbol Bid Ask Spread Daily change
Euro/US Dollar EURUSD -- -- -- --
Pound/US Dollar GBPUSD -- -- -- --
Gold/US Dollar XAUUSD -- -- -- --
US Crude Oil USOIL -- -- -- --
US Nasdaq 100 US100 -- -- -- --
Bitcoin/US Dollar BTCUSD -- -- -- --

Market Characteristics by Instrument Type

Forex Markets

  • Currency pairs are quoted as one currency against another
  • Available pairs and spreads depend on the broker and account
  • Trading sessions overlap across major financial centers
  • Leverage, contract size and execution settings are broker-specific

Metals Markets

  • Common instruments include gold and silver contracts
  • Prices can respond to interest rates, the US dollar and risk sentiment
  • Symbols, contract sizes and trading hours vary by broker
  • Spreads, swaps and execution conditions are account-specific

Energy Markets

  • Common instruments include crude oil and natural gas contracts
  • Prices are influenced by supply, demand, inventories and production
  • Geopolitical events can affect volatility and liquidity
  • Trading hours and contract specifications vary by instrument

Index Markets

  • Brokers may offer instruments linked to major stock indices
  • Index prices reflect groups of underlying constituent companies
  • Margin requirements depend on the broker and account type
  • Trading sessions and contract rules differ across indices

Stock CFDs

  • Brokers may offer CFDs linked to individual company shares
  • A stock CFD does not represent ownership of the underlying share
  • Available order directions and margin terms depend on the broker
  • Symbols and market coverage vary by broker and region

Crypto-Related Contracts

  • Some brokers offer contracts linked to major crypto assets
  • Trading hours are defined by the broker and server
  • Crypto-related instruments can experience high price volatility
  • Quotes, spreads, leverage and execution conditions are broker-specific

How MetaTrader 4 Handles Different Markets

One Trading Terminal

Broker-provided instruments appear in the same terminal, where you can view quotes, open charts, place orders and monitor positions.

Charts and Technical Analysis

Use interactive charts, built-in indicators, multiple timeframes and MQL4 tools to analyze instruments available in the account.

Orders and Position Management

MetaTrader 4 supports market and pending orders, Stop Loss, Take Profit and Trailing Stop. Execution conditions remain broker-specific.

Desktop and Mobile Access

The same broker account can generally be accessed from supported desktop and mobile terminals, while available instruments remain controlled by the server.

MetaTrader 4 Trading Instruments FAQ

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Which instruments can be traded through MetaTrader 4?

MetaTrader 4 can display and trade the instruments supplied by the connected broker server. Common categories may include forex, metals, energy, indices, stock CFDs and crypto-related contracts.

Do all MetaTrader 4 instruments have the same trading hours?

No. Trading hours depend on the market, instrument and broker server. Check the symbol specification in your account for the applicable session times.

Why do leverage and trading conditions differ between brokers?

Leverage, margin, spreads, commissions and contract specifications are set by the broker, account type and applicable rules rather than by the MetaTrader 4 software itself.

What account is required to access these instruments?

You need a demo or live trading account connected to a broker server that offers the instrument. Account availability and permissions depend on the broker.

Who sets spreads, commissions and overnight charges?

Spreads, commissions, swaps or overnight charges are set by the broker and account type. The quote table on this page is market reference data, not an account pricing feed.

Can Expert Advisors trade different MetaTrader 4 instruments?

Yes, on the desktop terminal, provided the broker offers the symbol and the Expert Advisor is designed for that instrument. Strategy logic, symbol specifications and execution conditions should be tested separately.

Connect MetaTrader 4 to Your Trading Markets

Install MetaTrader 4 and connect a broker account to view the instruments, quotes, contract specifications and trading conditions available to that account.

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