United KingdomRegulationFCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS
Min. deposit$0
Leverage1:1 – 1:30
PlatformsNext Generation, MT4
InstrumentsForex, CFDs & stocks
Founded1989
🏛️ Which entity will open your account?
📍 Pick your country above and we'll tell you exactly which entity opens your account at CMC Markets.
How is this decided and how do I verify it? →Regulation by region
The entity you sign with — and your protection — changes depending on where you live.
United Kingdom
FCA regulated with FSCSMarket maker
CMC Markets UK plc (FRN 173730) — FSCS £85,000European Union
German BaFin entityMarket maker
CMC Markets Germany GmbH (BaFin, reg. 154814) — deposit protection €100,000United States
Doesn't accept US residents
CFDs illegal for retail in the USA; no CFTC/NFA entityAustralia
ASIC regulated, no compensationMarket maker
CMC Markets Asia Pacific Pty Ltd (AFSL 238054) — no compensationRest of the world
Tier-1 subsidiaries (SG/NZ)Market maker
CMC Markets Singapore (MAS) / CMC NZ (FMA) — no compensationAll licenses
Every regulator where the group holds a license, with its execution model. The entity that applies to you depends on your country (see above).
Account types
CFDmain CFD account, no minimum, Next Generation platform
Spread BetUnited Kingdom only, tax-free profits
Corporateaccount for companies/entities
Pros
✓Top-tier regulation
✓Smooth withdrawals
✓Funds with compensation scheme
✓Transparent operation
✓Good reputation
Cons
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Breakdown by axis
The total score (out of 100) is the sum of the 7 axes, with the same yardstick for everyone. Below each one, the rationale with its source.
Regulation: Top tier22/22 pts
Why: FCA 173730 + ASIC 238054 + BaFin + MAS + CIRO, listed on the LSE; NO offshore entity (only onboards in tier-1 jurisdictions). Doesn't open accounts in the US/Brazil/Argentina and others
Withdrawals / payments: Clean20/20 pts
Why: no fees, same-day withdrawals by card, no delay pattern; no regulatory action
Fund safety: Full (with compensation)15/15 pts
Why: segregated under CASS FCA rules + FSCS up to GBP85k + negative balance
Transparency: Clear10/10 pts
Why: listed on LSE; no major scandals (minor ASIC remediation 2021-23)
Reputation: Strong10/10 pts
Why: founded 1989, LSE-listed; Trustpilot ~4.3
Costs: Average4/8 pts
Why: EURUSD ~0.6-0.7 pip; FX Active plan near-zero + commission
Sources
Don't take our word for it — check it yourself. These are the official registries and legal pages we relied on.
🔗 FCA registration — CMC Markets UK plc (FRN 173730)🔗 CMC Markets — Client money regulations (FSCS)🔗 CMC Markets — Important information (entities by region)Trader reviews
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