Saxo Capital Markets allows some bonds/stocks/ETFs to be used as collateral for margin trading (with Forex, CFDs, Futures or Contract Options). The collateral value available for margin trading depends on the rating of the product, for example, bond as outlined below:
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Definition*
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Margin Collateral
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Highest Rating (AAA)
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92%
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Very High Quality (AA)
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90%
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High Quality (A)
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80%
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* as rated internally by Saxo
Lower rated bonds will not be accepted as collateral for margin trading.
You can check what's the percentage of the bond value (or other cash products) that can be used as margin collateral at Trading Conditions > Instrument > Collateral value
If you hold a position value of 10,000 USD on the bond below, 90% of the value that is 9,000 USD can be used for margin trading.