*Based on recent trends, margin usage and leverage in stocks are perceived as riskier and tougher due to market volatility,* rising interest rates, and evolving regulatory environments. While margin trading can amplify profits, it also magnifies losses, making risk management critical.
*Why margin and leverage are getting riskier Increased market volatility*
In unpredictable markets, asset prices can swing dramatically. For investors using borrowed funds, these price swings amplify both potential gains and losses.
*For example, during significant market downturns like the one triggered by COVID-19,* many highly leveraged investors faced massive losses and margin calls.
*Rising interest rates To combat inflation, central banks often raise* *interest rates.* This makes borrowing more expensive for companies and, consequently, for investors trading on margin.
*High interest costs eat into potential profits* , making a profitable outcome more difficult to achieve.
*Potential for amplified losses*
The primary risk of leverage is that it magnifies losses.
A *small price drop can wipe out a significant portion of your initial investment,* and a major one can lead to losses exceeding your initial capital.
*For instance, an investor who borrows 50% to buy* a stock could lose their entire investment if the stock's price drops by 50%.
The threat of margin calls When your account's equity falls below a certain level (the maintenance margin), *your broker will issue a margin call, demanding you deposit more cash* or securities.
*Failure to meet a margin* call can result in the broker forcibly liquidating your positions, often at a loss, to cover the loan.
Increased volatility makes margin calls more likely, adding stress for investors.
*Tighter regulations Market regulators,* such as SEBI in India, have implemented stricter rules for margin trading to increase transparency and protect investors.
*This includes imposing upfront margin requirements and requiring brokers* to report margins more frequently.
*Some regulators are also placing limits on leverage for certain products, like leveraged single-stock ETFs* , to prevent excessive risk-taking.
All members who are playing blindly with these concepts take your precautions or avoid for coming NXT 12-18 mths minimize the usage else chance of destruction is without warning
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