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Trading gold through apps has become common now, but choosing the right app is the real problem because there are so many options available now.
Last month, I studied and found that there are two main types of gold trading apps. The first is physical gold trading (Spot), offered by major gold traders such as MTS, Gold Now, AUSIRIS. The second is CFD trading offered by foreign brokers like Mitrade, Pepperstone, IC Markets.
In fact, spot trading is good if you want to save real gold. Some apps allow deposits as low as 100 baht, enabling you to accumulate gradually with DCA. The fees are low, but the downside is the spread is quite wide, and trading is slower. If you want to make a profit, you'll need to wait longer.
As for CFDs, they are suitable for short-term traders. They have high leverage and can be traded both up and down. You don't need to hold real gold. The risk is higher, but it's more flexible. Some apps allow deposits as low as $50 to start.
Currently, major financial institutions like JP Morgan and Bank of America expect gold to rise to $4,500–$5,000 per ounce in 2026–2027 due to fiscal risks and central banks continuing to buy gold. Therefore, trading gold now is quite interesting.
My advice is, if you're still unsure, try opening a free demo account first. Test each gold trading app to see which one is easy to use and suits your style. Then, make a real decision. No need to rush.