Forex / Risk Management

Margin Call

Definition

A broker’s demand for a trader to deposit additional funds when account equity falls below the required maintenance margin.

Example
Excessive leverage can trigger a margin call during adverse market moves.
Frequently Asked Question
What is Margin Call in trading?
A broker’s demand for a trader to deposit additional funds when account equity falls below the required maintenance margin.
APA Citation
Clark, R. (2025). Margin Call. VixShield Trading Glossary. Retrieved from https://www.vixshield.com/glossary/margin-call
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Russell Clark, FNP-C
Author of SPX Mastery series · Founder of VixShield
Last updated:  ·  Source: VixShield Trading Glossary — From SPX Mastery by Russell Clark
⚠️ Not financial advice. This definition is educational content from the SPX Mastery book series by Russell Clark (VixShield). Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading options involves substantial risk of loss and is not appropriate for all investors. Always paper trade before risking real capital.