Yes, you can hold Buy and Sell positions on the same instrument simultaneously if your Vantage trading account and platform support hedging. This allows you to open an opposite position without automatically closing the original position.

What happens when I open an opposite position?

On an account that supports hedging, opening an opposite order may create a separate position while keeping your existing position open.

For example, if you hold a 0.80-lot Buy position on GBP/USD and open a 0.30-lot Sell position, both positions may remain open simultaneously.

Each position can be managed and closed separately, subject to applicable trading conditions.

How does hedging affect my margin?

Hedged positions remain subject to applicable margin requirements, which may vary depending on the instrument, position size, account configuration, leverage, and trading conditions.

Opening an opposite position remains subject to margin checks, even when it reduces your directional market exposure.

Can hedging prevent a margin call or stop-out?

Hedging does not guarantee protection against a Margin Call (low margin warning) or Stop-Out (positions closed automatically).

Although opposite positions may reduce directional market exposure, your account remains subject to equity, used margin, trading costs, and applicable margin requirements.

If your account's margin level reaches the applicable stop-out threshold, positions may still be closed automatically under the relevant trading conditions.

How can I check whether my account supports hedging?

You can log in to the Vantage Client Portal to review your trading account details.

If you are unsure whether your account supports simultaneous Buy and Sell positions on the same instrument, please contact Vantage Markets Support to confirm whether hedging is available for your account.

For information about equal Buy and Sell positions, refer to What Is a Fully Hedged or Locked Position on Vantage?