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FOREX.com vs IC Markets

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Here is how FOREX.com and IC Markets compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.

FOREX.comIC Markets
RegulatorsFCA, NFA/CFTCFSA Seychelles
Minimum deposit$100 (US); £100 (UK)USD 200 (or currency equivalent)
Spreads from0.8 pips EUR/USD (Standard account)from 0.0 pips (Raw Spread)
CommissionRAW Spread account: EUR/USD from 0.2 points plus commission–
Max leverage50:1 (US entity, NFA/CFTC)–
PlatformsFOREX.com web platform, FOREX.com mobile app, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView
Retail accounts losing money–73.46%

Full reviews: FOREX.com review · IC Markets review

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum deposit at FOREX.com and IC Markets?

FOREX.com: $100 (US); £100 (UK). IC Markets: USD 200 (or currency equivalent).

Are FOREX.com and IC Markets regulated?

FOREX.com: FCA, NFA/CFTC. IC Markets: FSA Seychelles.

Which has tighter spreads, FOREX.com or IC Markets?

Published spreads start from 0.8 pips EUR/USD (Standard account) at FOREX.com and from 0.0 pips (Raw Spread) at IC Markets; commission: FOREX.com RAW Spread account: EUR/USD from 0.2 points plus commission, IC Markets none listed.

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