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Spreads, commissions & slippage explained

Updated over a week ago

Atmos provides raw spreads with commissions, ensuring transparent trading conditions.


⚑ TL;DR

  • Spreads β†’ Market-based, variable

  • Commission β†’ Per lot traded

  • Slippage β†’ May occur during volatility (positive or negative)


πŸ“Š Trading Costs

  • Spreads: Variable (tight on majors, wider on exotics)

  • Commission: $5 per round lot on FX (example)

  • Slippage: Happens during fast moves (news, gaps)


πŸ’‘ Example

  • You trade 1 lot EURUSD

  • Spread = 0.2 pips β†’ $2

  • Commission = $5 β†’ Total = $7

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