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Interactive Brokers
Global multi-asset broker for serious investors
Overview
Interactive Brokers: Global multi-asset broker for serious investors. Fees, spreads and leverage shown here are industry-typical placeholder figures, not verified live data - check them against Interactive Brokers's current terms before making any financial decision.
Interactive Brokers supports Forex, Indices, Commodities, Shares, Crypto across 3 platforms, and offers IBKR Lite, IBKR Pro accounts to cover most trader profiles. Regulation is held with FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, CBI, NFA.
With spreads starting from 0.1 pips and leverage up to 1:30, it's positioned for traders getting started who value interactive brokers and interactive brokers review.
Pros & Cons
- Access to over 150 markets worldwide
- Very low financing and commission rates
- Strong regulatory standing
- Platform is complex for beginners
- Leverage lower than offshore brokers
- Data subscriptions cost extra
Platforms & tools
Regulation & safety
Interactive Brokers is regulated across 6 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 Interactive Brokers's own website.
Variable
Varies by account type
Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover.
Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply.
Opening an account with Interactive Brokers
- 1Open the account application on the broker site
- 2Verify your identity with ID and proof of address
- 3Fund the account with a supported method
- 4Download the platform and start on a demo first
FAQ
What is the minimum deposit at Interactive Brokers?+
Interactive Brokers 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 Interactive Brokers regulated?+
Interactive Brokers holds licences with FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, CBI, NFA. 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 Interactive Brokers?+
Interactive Brokers advertises maximum leverage of 1:30, depending on the instrument and your jurisdiction. Retail leverage may be lower under local regulation.
What are Interactive Brokers's spreads and fees?+
Interactive Brokers advertises spreads from 0.1 pips. Varies by account type Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover.
Which trading platforms does Interactive Brokers support?+
Interactive Brokers supports Trader Workstation, IBKR Mobile, IBKR Desktop across IBKR Lite, IBKR Pro account types.
How do I open an account with Interactive Brokers?+
Open the account application on the broker site Verify your identity with ID and proof of address Fund the account with a supported method Download the platform and start on a demo first
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