US Stock Leverage Trading: How to Trade Tesla, NVIDIA with Up to 20x
Maximize your capital efficiency by trading US tech giants with leverage. Learn how to manage positions in the world's most liquid market.
The Rise of 'Seohak-Gaemi': US Stock Trading in 2026
US stocks remain the most attractive asset class for global investors. However, buying shares at 1x leverage (traditional purchase) can be capital-intensive. CFD trading allows you to trade the same stocks with up to 20x leverage, revolutionizing how retail traders approach companies like Tesla, NVIDIA, and Apple.
How Leverage Works for US Stocks
Leverage allows you to control a large amount of stock with a small initial deposit (margin). Let's look at a practical example:
Example: Trading Tesla (TSLA)
- Current Price: $250 per share
- Traditional Purchase (100 shares): Needs $25,000
- CFD Trading with 20x Leverage (100 shares): Needs only $1,250
By using CFDs, you can maintain exposure to the same 100 shares while keeping the remaining $23,750 of your capital for other opportunities or as a safety buffer.
Popular Stocks for Leverage Trading
In 2026, the volatility in the AI and EV sectors makes them prime candidates for CFD trading:
- NVIDIA (NVDA): High volatility means potential for large swings.
- Tesla (TSLA): A favorite for day traders due to its liquidity and news-driven movements.
- Apple & Microsoft: Often used for more stable, trend-following strategies.
- Amazon & Google: Excellent for trading around earnings reports.
The Power of Short Selling
One of the biggest limitations of traditional US stock accounts is the difficulty of shorting. With GUDAX CFDs, you can profit when a stock's price falls. If you believe a tech rally is overextended, you can open a 'Sell' position just as easily as a 'Buy' position.
Risk Management for Leveraged Stocks
While 20x leverage sounds exciting, it means a 5% move in the wrong direction can wipe out your margin. Smart traders always use:
- Stop-Loss Orders: Automatically exit a trade if the price hits a certain level.
- Take-Profit Orders: Secure your gains once your target is reached.
- Position Sizing: Never put your entire account into a single leveraged trade.
Why Trade US Stocks with GUDAX?
GUDAX offers extended hours trading, allowing you to react to pre-market and after-hours news. Combined with institutional-grade execution and a wide selection of over 100+ US stocks, we provide the ultimate toolkit for the modern 'Seohak-Gaemi'.