Understand the risks before you invest
Aurex provides access to investment-related services and opportunities across multiple asset categories. Every investment decision carries a degree of risk, and past or expected market behaviour should not be interpreted as a guarantee of future results.
General investment risk
All investments involve the possibility of loss. The value of an investment may decline because of changes in market conditions, economic conditions, liquidity, interest rates, political events, business performance or other factors.
You should only commit capital that you understand you could potentially lose and should consider whether a particular investment is appropriate for your financial circumstances, objectives and tolerance for loss.
Risks across Aurex investment categories
The risks associated with an investment depend on the underlying market or asset. Aurex clients should understand the specific characteristics and risks of the investment service they choose.
Market volatility
Financial markets can move rapidly and unpredictably. Volatility may be particularly significant during economic announcements, geopolitical events, periods of reduced liquidity or significant changes in market sentiment.
A position or investment that appears stable at one point may experience substantial changes in value over a short period.
- Sudden price movements
- Economic and monetary policy changes
- Geopolitical developments
- Unexpected company or sector events
- Changes in market liquidity
- Rapid changes in investor sentiment
Liquidity and execution risk
Liquidity refers to the ability to buy or sell an asset without causing a significant change in its price. During periods of low liquidity, executing an order may become more difficult or the available price may differ materially from an expected price.
Clients should also consider the possibility of slippage, particularly during volatile markets, market gaps, major announcements or periods of reduced trading activity.
Digital asset and cryptocurrency risk
Cryptocurrency and other digital assets can be highly volatile and may experience substantial price movements over short periods. Their value can be influenced by market sentiment, technology, network conditions, liquidity, regulatory developments and other factors.
Digital asset markets may also operate across different venues and jurisdictions, which can create additional operational, technological and market risks.
No guarantee of returns
Aurex does not represent that any investment will produce a particular return or that losses will not occur.
Any historical performance, market commentary, examples or projections presented through the Aurex platform should not be interpreted as a guarantee or promise of future performance.
Currency and exchange-rate risk
Where an investment or transaction is denominated in a currency different from the client's base currency, movements in exchange rates may affect the value of the investment or the amount received when funds are converted.
Technology and operational risk
Access to online investment services depends on technology, communications networks, payment infrastructure, third-party systems and other operational components.
System interruptions, connectivity problems, maintenance, cyber incidents, technical failures or other operational events may temporarily affect access to account information or services.
Underlying asset and project risk
Where an Aurex investment opportunity is linked to an underlying project, business activity, property, commodity or other asset, the outcome may depend on the performance and circumstances of that underlying asset or project.
Project delays, operating costs, market conditions, financing conditions, changes in demand or other factors may affect the value or outcome associated with the investment.
Your responsibility as an investor
Before committing funds, clients should carefully consider the nature of the investment, the level of risk involved, the potential for loss and whether the investment is appropriate for their individual circumstances.
- Understand the investment before committing funds
- Consider your ability to absorb potential losses
- Review the relevant investment information
- Consider diversification where appropriate
- Do not rely solely on historical performance
- Obtain independent professional advice where appropriate
Making an investment decision
Information presented by Aurex is intended to help clients understand the services and investment opportunities available through the platform. It should not be treated as a personal recommendation or a guarantee of investment performance unless expressly stated otherwise and legally applicable.
Clients remain responsible for determining whether a particular investment is suitable for them and for understanding the risks associated with that investment before proceeding.
Final risk acknowledgement
By using Aurex services and proceeding with an investment, clients acknowledge that investment values can fluctuate and that they may lose part or all of the capital committed.
No risk disclosure can identify every possible circumstance that may affect an investment. Clients should therefore conduct their own assessment of the risks associated with each investment before committing funds.
Investing involves risk and you should not invest money you cannot afford to lose. The risks described on this page are not exhaustive. Additional risks may apply depending on the particular investment, market, asset or service involved.