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Which account is right for me?

There are two types of account available for clients wishing to spread bet - a deposit account and a limited risk account.

The key features of each account are below to help you decide which most suits your trading requirements.

Deposit Account	Limited Risk Account
Access to a wide range of instruments including UK, US, and European Equities, Indices, Sectors, FX, Commodities, Precious Metals and Bonds and Interest rates.	Access to larger capitalisation UK, US and European shares only plus major global indices.
It is possible to lose more than your initial investment.	Your liability is restricted to what you deposit into the account.
Optional Guaranteed Stop Losses available on more liquid markets on payment of additional premium (GSL Premium).	All trades will automatically be opened with a guaranteed stop loss order set at the City Index minimum stop loss distance. An additional premium (GSL Premium) will be charged for this service.
All profits are free from UK Capital Gains Tax and UK Stamp Duty for the vast majority of individuals, however tax laws can change.	All profits are free from UK Capital Gains Tax and UK Stamp Duty for the vast majority of individuals, however tax laws can change.
Funds must be deposited in advance of trade (margin requirement) and running losses must be met in accordance with the Terms.	Funds to cover all potential losses must be deposited before a trade is accepted.