Summary:
CME trading is suspended from refrigeration issues, causing price swings and low liquidity. XAUUSD/XAGUSD allow only closing positions; measures may change.
Please be advised that trading has been suspended owing to refrigeration issues at the CME data centre. Consequently, irregular price fluctuations have been observed in certain trading instruments, accompanied by a substantial decrease in liquidity.
To effectively manage risks and protect client accounts, we will promptly implement the following measures for the [XAUUSD][XAGUSD] : only the closing of existing positions will be permitted, whereas opening new positions will be prohibited.
These measures will be subject to ongoing review in accordance with prevailing market conditions. Any modifications to these measures will be communicated to you separately.
Ahead of the Jan 28 Fed rate decision, the company will temporarily cap leverage at 1:200 for new positions from 20:30–21:05 MT to manage risk.
2026-01-27
From January 23, 2026, new positions opened in the last 30 minutes before Friday's market close will have a margin requirement of 1:200.
2026-01-23
To manage market risk, from January 23, 2026, new positions before the Friday close will have a leverage limit of 1:200. This applies to Forex and metals.
2026-01-22