Trade BTC/USD
Bitcoin / US Dollar
The world's first and largest cryptocurrency by market cap, often described as digital gold.
Specifications
About Bitcoin (BTC/USD)
Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 as a decentralized peer-to-peer payment system. It has evolved into a widely held store-of-value asset with a fixed supply cap of 21 million coins. Bitcoin's price is driven by adoption cycles, halving events that reduce new supply every four years, and increasing institutional participation. As a CFD, you can trade BTC/USD long or short without owning the underlying asset.
Key Price Drivers
- Bitcoin halving cycles and supply scarcity
- Institutional adoption and ETF fund flows
- Regulatory developments across major jurisdictions
- Broad risk appetite and correlation with tech equities
Peak Trading Hours
Bitcoin trades 24/7 in the spot market, but CFD volume on MT5 follows traditional session patterns.
US session (13:00-20:00 UTC)
Significant moves can occur at any hour. Weekend spot market gaps may affect Monday CFD opening prices.
How to Trade BTCUSD on StoicFX
Open an Account
Register for a live or demo account in minutes.
Fund Your Account
Deposit via bank transfer, card, crypto, or e-wallet.
Find BTCUSD in MT5
Open MetaTrader 5, search for BTCUSD in Market Watch, and add it to your chart.
Place Your Trade
Set your lot size, stop loss, and take profit, then execute your order.
FAQ
Do I own Bitcoin when trading BTC/USD on StoicFX?
No. BTC/USD on StoicFX is a CFD (Contract for Difference). You profit or lose based on price movement without owning the underlying Bitcoin.
Can I go short on Bitcoin with StoicFX?
Yes. CFDs allow you to open both long and short positions, so you can trade Bitcoin in either direction.
Can I trade Bitcoin on weekends with StoicFX?
BTC/USD CFDs on StoicFX follow MetaTrader 5 market hours, which may differ from the 24/7 spot crypto market. Check the instrument specification in your MT5 terminal for exact trading hours, including any weekend or maintenance breaks that apply.
What is a Bitcoin halving?
A halving cuts the block reward miners receive in half, occurring roughly every four years. It reduces new Bitcoin supply and has historically preceded major price rallies.
Start Trading BTC/USD
Open a live account or practice risk-free on demo.
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of rapid capital loss due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.