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CMC Markets
Advanced charts, LSE-listed
Overview
CMC Markets delivers a professional-grade proprietary platform with 12,000+ instruments and some of the best charting in the industry. LSE-listed and FCA-regulated.
CMC Markets supports CFDs, Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto across 3 platforms, and offers CFD, Professional, Corporate accounts to cover most trader profiles. Regulation is held with FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS.
With spreads starting from 0.0 pips and leverage up to 1:30, it's positioned for traders getting started who value charting and professional.
Pros & Cons
- Best-in-class charting
- 12,000+ instruments
- No minimum deposit
- LSE-listed
- No stock ownership
- Complex for beginners
Platforms & tools
Regulation & safety
CMC Markets is regulated across 4 jurisdictions, through the regulators listed above. Protections such as segregated client funds, compensation schemes and negative balance protection differ by regulator and by the entity you sign up with - open each regulator's page for the specifics.
Fees breakdown
Illustrative summary - confirm current pricing on CMC Markets's own website.
Variable spreads from 0.3 pips on major FX pairs.
Commission-free on FX, indices and commodities; share CFDs carry a per-trade commission.
Holding costs applied nightly on leveraged positions.
No withdrawal fee; inactivity fee charged after 12 months of no trading activity.
Opening an account with CMC Markets
- 1Open the application and choose CFD or Corporate
- 2Complete the appropriateness test on derivatives knowledge
- 3Verify identity - usually instant for UK and AU residents
- 4Fund the account with any amount you choose
- 5Set up the Next Generation platform workspace and start trading
FAQ
What is the minimum deposit at CMC Markets?+
CMC Markets lists a minimum deposit of $0 to open a live trading account. Confirm the current amount on the broker's website, as it can vary by account type and region.
Is CMC Markets regulated?+
CMC Markets holds licences with FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS. The protections you get depend on the regulator and entity you sign up with - see each regulator's page on BrokaBoy for details.
What is the maximum leverage at CMC Markets?+
CMC Markets advertises maximum leverage of 1:30, depending on the instrument and your jurisdiction. Retail leverage may be lower under local regulation.
What are CMC Markets's spreads and fees?+
CMC Markets advertises spreads from 0.0 pips. Commission-free on FX, indices and commodities; share CFDs carry a per-trade commission. Holding costs applied nightly on leveraged positions.
Which trading platforms does CMC Markets support?+
CMC Markets supports Next Generation, MetaTrader 4, CMC Mobile across CFD, Professional, Corporate account types.
How do I open an account with CMC Markets?+
Open the application and choose CFD or Corporate Complete the appropriateness test on derivatives knowledge Verify identity - usually instant for UK and AU residents Fund the account with any amount you choose Set up the Next Generation platform workspace and start trading
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