City Index vs FXCM 2026
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how City Index and FXCM compare on regulation, costs and platforms.
City Index is a trading name of StoneX Financial Ltd, regulated by the FCA (446717), offering spread bets and CFDs on its Web Trader with TradingView charts and MT4.
68% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
FXCM operates through Stratos group entities including Stratos Markets Limited (FCA, UK) and Stratos Trading Pty Ltd (ASIC, Australia), offering Trading Station, MT4 and TradingView.
Side by side
| City Index | FXCM | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FCA | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | £100 minimum initial deposit for MT4 / new cards (UK) | 50 currency units by card (UK); no minimum by wire |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pts on MT4; 0.8 pts on standard platform (UK) | – |
| Commission | None on MT4 except shares | – |
| Max leverage | – | 30:1 on major forex pairs for UK retail clients (Stratos Markets Limited) |
| Platforms | Trading Station | |
| Retail accounts losing money | 68% | – |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: City Index review · FXCM review.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at City Index and FXCM?
City Index: £100 minimum initial deposit for MT4 / new cards (UK). FXCM: 50 currency units by card (UK); no minimum by wire.
Are City Index and FXCM regulated?
City Index: FCA. FXCM: FCA.
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Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning