Risk Disclosure
Please read this risk disclosure carefully before opening an account or placing any trades with GIO4X.
Last updated: March 2026
Trading foreign exchange, CFDs, and other derivative products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider your objectives, financial situation, and risk tolerance before trading. You may lose more than your initial investment.
01What Are CFDs
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75% of retail client 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. A Contract for Difference (CFD) is a derivative financial instrument that allows traders to speculate on price movements of underlying assets without owning them. When trading CFDs, you enter into a contract with GIO4X to exchange the difference in the value of an asset from when the contract is opened to when it is closed.
02No Investment Advice
GIO4X does not provide investment advice. Any information provided by GIO4X is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. You should seek independent financial advice before making any investment decisions. GIO4X employees are not authorized to provide personal investment recommendations. Market analysis, research reports, and educational materials are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
03Product Appropriateness
CFDs may not be suitable for all investors. Before trading, you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite. You should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with CFD trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.
04General Risks of CFD Trading
The value of CFDs can fluctuate significantly due to market conditions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. You may sustain a total loss of your initial investment and may be required to deposit additional funds to maintain your position. CFD trading involves significant risk of loss. The high degree of leverage that is often obtainable in CFD trading can work against you as well as for you. Currency rates may fluctuate significantly over short periods.
05Short Selling Risks
Short selling involves selling an asset that you do not own in the expectation that the price will fall. If the price rises instead, losses are theoretically unlimited. Short selling carries specific risks including the obligation to buy back at a higher price, potential for unlimited losses, and the risk of short squeezes where rapid price increases force short sellers to cover positions.
06Currency Risk
If you trade in a currency other than your base currency, exchange rate fluctuations may affect your profits and losses. Currency risk applies to all transactions denominated in a currency different from your account's base currency.
07Volatility Risk
Financial markets can be extremely volatile. Prices can change rapidly and significantly, particularly during economic announcements, geopolitical events, and periods of market stress. Volatility can result in significant gains or losses in a very short period.
08Gapping Risk
Prices may gap between trading sessions or during high-impact news events. A gap occurs when the market price moves significantly between two consecutive trading periods without any trading occurring in between. Stop-loss orders may not be executed at the specified price during gap events, resulting in greater losses than anticipated.
09Leverage and Margin
Trading on margin means that you are borrowing money to trade, which amplifies both potential gains and losses. A small adverse market movement can result in substantial losses that exceed your initial deposit. Margin calls may require you to deposit additional funds at short notice. If you fail to meet a margin call, your positions may be liquidated at a loss. GIO4X offers leverage up to 500:1 — while this increases buying power, it proportionally increases risk.
10Electronic Trading Risks
Trading via electronic platforms carries risks including system failures, communication failures, internet connectivity issues, and software malfunctions. GIO4X is not liable for losses resulting from system failures or delays in order execution due to technical issues. During periods of high market activity, you may experience delays in order execution.
11Corporate Actions
If you hold CFDs on stocks or indices, corporate actions such as dividends, stock splits, mergers, or delistings may affect the value of your position. GIO4X will make reasonable efforts to reflect corporate actions in your account, but timing and adjustments may vary.
12Insolvency
In the unlikely event of GIO4X's insolvency, client funds held in segregated accounts are protected in accordance with applicable regulations. However, there is no guarantee that all funds will be recovered. GIO4X maintains capital adequacy requirements and holds client funds in segregated accounts at reliable banking institutions.
13Past Performance
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Historical trading results do not guarantee future profits. Market conditions change, and strategies that were profitable in the past may not be profitable in the future.
14Regulatory Risk
Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may adversely affect your trading activities, the value of your investments, or the ability of GIO4X to provide services. Regulatory requirements may vary by jurisdiction.
15Third-Party Risk
GIO4X may rely on third-party service providers for certain aspects of its operations, including liquidity providers, payment processors, and technology providers. Failures or issues with third-party providers may affect GIO4X's ability to provide services.
GIO4X, a subsidiary of 777 Capital Markets Limited (UK), Company No. 17049134. By opening an account with GIO4X, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Risk Disclosure document in its entirety. This document does not disclose all of the risks and other significant aspects of trading leveraged products. You should not deal in these products unless you understand their nature and the extent of your exposure to risk.
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