TRADING COST DECISIONS

Compare the Actual Cost of Trading Gold, Silver & Oil

Normalize spreads, maker/taker fees, funding and optional overnight charges using the 2026-06-09 reference snapshot across 10 platforms.

Dated fee snapshotOfficial source linksExplicit cost formula

REFERENCE COST SNAPSHOT

Compare the execution cost of XAUUSD / XAUUSDT

Use the 2026-06-09 snapshot to compare spread or maker/taker fees on one basis. Enter funding and overnight charges when applicable, then verify current terms at the official source.

Calculate effective XAUUSD / XAUUSDT cost

ASSET-SPECIFIC COST METHOD

Calculate XAUUSD round-trip cost

Estimated total: $11.00

Execution $11.00 + funding $0.00 + adjustment $0.00.

Reference snapshot 2026-06-09. A Forex spread becomes a USD result only after pips, pip value per lot, and lots are entered. Slippage and future funding changes are excluded.

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Gold (XAU/USD)

Silver (XAG/USD)

Oil (WTI/USD)

Compare Different Cost Models on the Same Basis

CFDs commonly quote a spread, while perpetuals publish maker/taker fees and may add funding. Schedules, products, and eligibility must be verified at each venue.

Crypto Perpetuals vs Forex CFDs: Key Differences

Crypto PerpetualsForex CFDs
Trading HoursVenue-specific; verifyInstrument-specific; verify
SettlementContract-specificAccount/contract-specific
Minimum quantityVerify instrument specificationVerify instrument specification
Fee ModelMaker/Taker %Pip-based spread
Contract ExpiryNo expiryVaries
RegulationVariesFCA / CySEC / ASIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does ThePriceChart compare?

ThePriceChart compares dated spread and maker/taker fee inputs for gold-, silver-, and WTI-linked instruments. TradingView widgets provide separate market context.

Are the displayed costs executable quotes?

No. They are dated reference snapshots linked to official platform sources. Verify the current product, symbol, fee tier, bid, ask, funding, schedule and local eligibility before using a result.

What is the difference between Forex brokers and crypto exchanges?

Cost models differ by venue and instrument. In this snapshot, XAU perpetual listings are confirmed for Bybit, OKX, and Flipster; other platform-asset combinations remain unconfirmed. Verify the current listing, trading hours, fee tier, funding schedule, and eligibility at the linked official specification.

Does affiliate compensation affect the comparison?

No. We may earn a commission through some links, but compensation does not change dated fee inputs, instrument confirmation status, or official source links. Verify current terms at the source.

How do I confirm an oil contract is available?

This snapshot confirms CL WTI-linked listings for OKX and Flipster. Use the official specification to verify the current symbol, schedule, fee tier, limits, and eligibility.