Bitcoin
Follow the market's original cryptocurrency, where changes in adoption, liquidity and investor demand shape the BTC/USD price.
Bitcoin CFD · USD quotedOANDA crypto CFDs
Take a view on Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin with OANDA Asia Pacific. Trade rising or falling prices through USD-denominated CFDs, with fractional positions and no cryptocurrency wallet to manage.
Explore trading platforms
- 4markets
- Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin CFDs
- USDquoted
- Follow cryptocurrency prices against the US dollar
- 2directions
- Express a bullish or bearish market view
- 24/5trading
- Weekday market access with scheduled breaks
Follow the crypto market
Track reference prices across major cryptocurrencies. This market overview includes Solana and XRP for context; OANDA Asia Pacific's crypto CFD range covers Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin.
| Instrument | Reference price | Daily change |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin/USD | — | — |
| Ether/USD | — | — |
| Solana/USD (market reference) | — | — |
| Litecoin/USD | — | — |
| XRP/USD (market reference) | — | — |
Reference prices are indicative and are not executable OANDA quotes. Available instruments and dealing prices are shown in the relevant trading account.
Four crypto markets. One CFD approach.
Explore distinct cryptocurrency markets through contracts quoted against the US dollar. Each position provides exposure to price movements without taking delivery of the underlying asset.
Ether
Trade the price of Ethereum's native asset, with a market influenced by network activity, ecosystem development and broader crypto demand.
Ether CFD · USD quotedBitcoin Cash
Access a separate market from Bitcoin, with its own network, trading liquidity and price response to cryptocurrency market developments.
Bitcoin Cash CFD · USD quotedLitecoin
Take a position on Litecoin against the US dollar, following changes in market sentiment, liquidity and demand for the asset.
Litecoin CFD · USD quotedPrice exposure without custody
Trade a financial contract rather than hold tokens. CFD positions cannot be transferred to a wallet, used on-chain or staked.
No wallet · No private keysBuilt around your market view
OANDA crypto CFDs combine directional trading, flexible position sizing and margin-based exposure. Product access and trading terms depend on the OANDA entity and account.
Trade the price movement
A CFD settles the difference between opening and closing prices. Profit or loss depends on your direction, position size and execution prices.
Go long or short
Buy when you expect prices to rise or sell when you expect them to fall. Both directions carry the risk of loss when the market moves against you.
Margin-based exposure
Open a position by providing the required margin rather than its full notional value. Leverage increases both potential gains and losses relative to that margin.
Understand the full trading cost
The bid–ask spread is part of the cost of trading. Applicable commissions, overnight financing and currency conversion can also affect your net result.
Weekday market access
OANDA Asia Pacific offers crypto CFD trading on a 24/5 schedule, subject to daily breaks and published session times. Weekend trading is not available.
Orders to manage your position
Use standard stop-loss and take-profit orders to plan exits. Standard stops are not guaranteed; crypto CFDs do not support Guaranteed Stop-Loss Orders.
A short BTC/USD position in practice
Selling a CFD creates exposure to a falling market. This hypothetical example uses a 0.1 BTC-equivalent position to show how two different closing prices affect gross profit or loss.
Illustrative position
- Direction
- Sell BTC/USD
- Exposure
- 0.1 BTC equivalent
- Opening execution price
- US$80,000
- Alternative closing prices
- US$77,000 / US$81,500
Close at US$77,000
US$300 gross profitThe price falls by US$3,000.
(80,000 − 77,000) × 0.1 = US$300.
Close at US$81,500
US$150 gross lossThe price rises by US$1,500.
(80,000 − 81,500) × 0.1 = −US$150.
Prices are assumed actual executions, so the bid–ask spread is reflected in the entry and exit prices. Results exclude any additional commission, financing and currency conversion charges. These are not current quotes, guaranteed exit levels or a recommended position size.
Crypto CFDs and direct ownership
Choose the form of exposure that matches your objective. Trading a price contract and holding a cryptocurrency involve different rights, costs and risks.
| Feature | Crypto CFDs | Buying crypto directly |
|---|---|---|
| Wallet and custody | No cryptocurrency wallet or private keys required | Assets may be held by a provider or in a self-custody wallet |
| Market direction | Open long or short positions | Spot ownership provides exposure to rising prices |
| Capital and margin | Margin-based trading magnifies gains and losses relative to margin | A fully funded spot purchase requires the purchase amount |
| Asset ownership | A contract with no ownership or on-chain use of the cryptocurrency | Ownership or a claim to the asset, depending on custody arrangements |
| Trading costs | Spread, applicable commission, financing and conversion charges | Provider-dependent trading, custody, transfer and withdrawal fees |
| Trading environment | An eligible OANDA account and supported platform | A crypto exchange, broker or other asset provider |
The forces behind crypto prices
Cryptocurrency markets bring together global capital flows, evolving networks and rapidly changing sentiment. A broader market view helps put individual price moves into context.
- Follow interest rates, dollar liquidity and appetite for risk
- Monitor investment flows, regulation and network developments
- Watch liquidity and leveraged positioning during sharp moves
Supply and issuance
Events such as Bitcoin halvings change new supply. Their price impact also depends on demand, positioning and wider market conditions.
Regulatory developments
Policy announcements and enforcement decisions can reshape market access, investor expectations and available liquidity.
Investment flows
Flows into and out of crypto investment products, together with institutional activity, can influence demand for underlying assets.
Rates and the US dollar
Shifts in monetary policy, funding conditions and dollar liquidity can affect how investors value and finance crypto exposure.
Network developments
Protocol upgrades, security incidents and changes in network usage can alter expectations for individual cryptocurrencies.
Positioning and liquidations
Crowded derivatives positions and forced liquidations can accelerate price moves, especially when market liquidity is thin.
Manage exposure in a volatile market
Position size, available margin and execution conditions all matter when trading crypto CFDs. A small percentage move can have a substantial effect on a leveraged position.
Position size and available margin
Profit and loss are based on the full position exposure. Margin requirements depend on the instrument and account, and insufficient margin can lead to positions being closed.
Stop levels and execution prices
A standard stop-loss order can execute beyond the requested level in a fast or gapping market. It does not reduce the margin requirement for OANDA Asia Pacific crypto CFDs.
Market closures and price gaps
The underlying crypto market continues trading at weekends while OANDA's crypto CFD session is closed. Reopening prices can differ significantly from the previous close.
Risk warning
Crypto CFDs are high-risk leveraged products and may not be suitable for every investor. Volatility, price gaps, wider spreads and margin closeouts can cause rapid losses. Applicable protections and loss liability depend on the OANDA entity and account terms.
Your account defines your market access
Crypto CFD availability is linked to the OANDA entity, sub-account and platform serving you. The product range described here refers to OANDA Asia Pacific in Singapore.
Eligible products
The Singapore crypto CFD range covers Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin against the US dollar. Access requires an account and sub-account that support these instruments.
Compatible platforms
Explore software options on the download page. Installing a platform does not establish product access; the connected sub-account determines which markets are available.
Current trading terms
The instrument specifications show minimum order size, margin, financing and session times. Live bid and ask prices determine the available dealing spread.
Crypto CFD questions
Find the key product details below. For account, funding and platform topics, visit the FAQ page.
Do I need a cryptocurrency wallet?
No. A crypto CFD is a financial contract, so you do not receive coins or manage private keys. Positions cannot be withdrawn to a wallet, transferred on-chain or used for staking.
Can I trade falling cryptocurrency prices?
Yes. You can open a short position by selling a crypto CFD. A fall in price produces a gross profit if you close below your opening price; a rise produces a gross loss. Trading costs affect the final result.
Are OANDA crypto CFDs available at weekends?
OANDA Asia Pacific crypto CFDs follow a 24/5 schedule with scheduled breaks, rather than continuous 24/7 trading. The underlying cryptocurrency market remains active during the weekend closure.
What are the minimum trade size and margin?
Minimum sizes vary by instrument and platform. OANDA's unit-based platform lists 0.001 units for Bitcoin CFDs and 0.01 units for other crypto CFDs; MetaTrader sizes are expressed in lots. Margin is a separate requirement shown in the applicable account specifications.
Which cryptocurrencies are available as CFDs?
OANDA Asia Pacific's Singapore offering covers Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin, quoted against the US dollar. Solana and XRP appear in the market reference table for context and are not part of this four-product range.
Are stop-loss orders guaranteed?
No. Standard stop-loss orders are available, but their execution price is not guaranteed. OANDA Asia Pacific crypto CFDs do not support Guaranteed Stop-Loss Orders, and a standard stop does not reduce the required margin.
OANDA Crypto CFDs
Take a view on the crypto market
Explore Bitcoin, Ether, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin CFDs with OANDA Asia Pacific. Follow price movements, choose your direction and manage exposure through a supported trading account.