What are RAW Spreads and How Do They Work on Funds.Pro?

Modified on Thu, 19 Jun at 11:06 AM

Q: What are RAW Spreads?

A: RAW spreads refer to the actual market spreads offered by liquidity providers without any markup. These spreads are the closest to true interbank prices, meaning you get extremely tight bid/ask differences — often as low as 0.0 to 0.2 pips on major pairs.

Q: Why are RAW Spreads offered on some accounts?

A: RAW spreads are designed for traders who prefer tighter spreads with more transparent pricing. Instead of inflating the spread, brokers charge a small commission per lot traded. This model suits scalpers, intraday traders, and high-frequency traders who depend on precision.

Q: Do I have to pay commissions on RAW Spread accounts?

A: Yes. Since the spreads are not marked up, brokers usually charge a fixed commission per lot traded — typically between $5 per side (per lot) for forex pairs. The exact commission depends on the broker you’re connected to via your Funds.Pro account.

Q: Are RAW spreads better than Standard spreads?

A: It depends on your trading style:

RAW Spreads: Lower spreads, but with commission. Better for scalping or short-term trades.
Standard Spreads: No commission, but slightly wider spreads. Suitable for swing traders or those who prefer simplicity.

Q: Are RAW Spreads available on all instruments?

A: RAW spreads are generally available on major forex pairs, gold (XAU/USD), and sometimes indices or crypto — depending on the broker used in your funded trading account. Some exotic or illiquid pairs may still have wider spreads.

Q: Why do RAW spreads sometimes show 0.0 pips?

A: That’s one of the advantages of RAW pricing — during periods of high liquidity, the bid and ask prices can be nearly identical, which leads to 0.0 pip spreads. However, keep in mind that market volatility and news events can still cause temporary spread spikes.

Q: Will I still have swap charges with RAW Spread accounts?

A: Yes. Swap charges (overnight fees) are separate from the spread or commission. These are set by the broker and depend on the instrument, position size, and whether you’re long or short.