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

Russell Clark, FNP-C

Author of SPX Mastery series · Founder of VixShield

Last updated: April 23, 2026 · 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.

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