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Risk Disclosure Statement

Last updated: January 15, 2026

⚠️ Important Risk Warning

Trading and investing in financial instruments involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for you in light of your financial condition. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade, you should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.

1. General Risk Warning

The risk of loss in online trading of stocks, options, futures, currencies, foreign equities, and fixed income can be substantial. Before trading, clients must read the relevant risk disclosure statements on our Warnings and Disclosures page. Trading on margin is only for experienced investors with high risk tolerance. You may lose more than your initial investment.

2. Market Risk

Financial markets are subject to various risks that can affect the value of your investments:

  • Price Volatility: Prices can move rapidly and unpredictably. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
  • Market Gaps: Prices may gap significantly between trading sessions, potentially triggering stop-loss orders at unfavorable prices.
  • Liquidity Risk: In certain market conditions, you may find it difficult or impossible to execute orders at desired prices.
  • Weekend/Holiday Risk: Markets may open at significantly different prices after weekends or holidays.

3. Leverage Risk

Leverage amplifies both potential profits and potential losses:

  • A small market movement can result in proportionally much larger gains or losses
  • You may lose your entire investment and potentially owe additional funds
  • Margin requirements may increase at any time, requiring additional deposits
  • Positions may be liquidated without notice if margin requirements are not met
  • Interest charges on leveraged positions can accumulate over time

Example: With 100x leverage, a 1% adverse price movement results in a 100% loss of your margin. Leverage magnifies risk exponentially.

4. Cryptocurrency-Specific Risks

Cryptocurrency trading carries additional unique risks:

  • Extreme Volatility: Cryptocurrency prices can swing 10-20% or more in a single day
  • Regulatory Risk: Regulations may change rapidly and vary by jurisdiction
  • Technology Risk: Blockchain networks may experience congestion, forks, or failures
  • Security Risk: Despite security measures, hacking and theft risks exist
  • Project Risk: Many cryptocurrency projects fail or become worthless
  • Liquidity Risk: Some cryptocurrencies may have limited trading volume

5. Forex Trading Risks

Foreign exchange trading involves significant risks:

  • Currency Risk: Exchange rates can fluctuate significantly based on economic and political factors
  • Interest Rate Risk: Central bank decisions can cause rapid price movements
  • Country Risk: Political instability can affect currency values
  • Weekend Gaps: Prices may move significantly over weekends when markets are closed

6. Futures and Derivatives Risks

Security futures involve a high degree of risk and are not suitable for all investors. The amount you may lose may be greater than your initial investment. Before trading security futures, read the Security Futures Risk Disclosure Statement.

  • Futures contracts have expiration dates and may settle differently than expected
  • Margin requirements can change rapidly during volatile markets
  • Options may expire worthless, resulting in total loss of premium paid

7. Technology and Execution Risks

Trading electronically carries inherent risks:

  • System Failures: Hardware, software, or network failures may prevent order execution
  • Connectivity Issues: Internet disruptions may prevent access to your account
  • Execution Delays: During high volatility, orders may not execute immediately
  • Slippage: Orders may execute at prices different from those displayed
  • Data Accuracy: Price quotes may be delayed or incorrect during system issues

8. Copy Trading Risks

While copy trading allows you to replicate other traders' strategies, it carries specific risks:

  • Past performance of traders you copy is not indicative of future results
  • You may not fully understand the strategies being employed
  • Execution may differ from the original trader due to timing and market conditions
  • You remain responsible for all trades executed in your account

9. No Guarantee of Profits

RFM TradePro does not guarantee any profits from trading. Any examples of potential profits or trading strategies are hypothetical and for educational purposes only. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those discussed.

10. Suitability

Trading may not be suitable for everyone. Before trading, you should carefully consider:

  • Your financial objectives and risk tolerance
  • Your level of experience and knowledge
  • Your financial resources and ability to bear losses
  • Your understanding of the products being traded

If you have any doubts, you should seek advice from an independent financial advisor.

11. Acknowledgment

By opening an account with RFM TradePro, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Risk Disclosure Statement. You confirm that you are aware of the risks involved in trading and are willing to accept these risks in order to trade in financial markets.

Questions About Risk?

If you have any questions about the risks involved in trading, please contact our support team at support@eliteprocapital.com or consult with an independent financial advisor.