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This review covers:CMC Markets UK plcFCA (UK)
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Other companies in the group
- CMC Markets Asia Pacific Pty LimitedASIC (Australia)
- CMC Markets Canada IncCIRO (Canada)
- CMC Markets Germany GmbHBaFin (Germany)
- CMC Markets Investments LimitedFCA (UK)
- CMC Markets Middle East LimitedDFSA (Dubai)
- CMC Markets NZ LimitedFMA (New Zealand)
- CMC Markets Singapore Pte LtdMAS (Singapore)
- CMC Spreadbet plcFCA (UK)
CMC Markets in a nutshell
Group regulators
FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FMA, MAS, DFSA, CIRO and BMA.
No minimum deposit
Open an account without a funded deposit.
Trading platforms
MT4, TradingView, Next Generation, and CMC Markets
Asset coverage
300+ FX pairs · 21,000 financial instruments
App-store ratings
iOS 4.1/5 · Android 3.3/5 (stored snapshots)
CMC Markets is a broker regulated by the FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), BaFin (Germany), the FMA (New Zealand), MAS (Singapore), the DFSA (Dubai), CIRO (Canada) and the BMA (Bermuda), with the regulator depending on your country. Minimum deposit: $0 · Platforms: MT4, TradingView, Next Generation, and CMC Markets · 6 asset classes supported.
CMC Markets is a multi-jurisdiction group whose companies are overseen by the FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FMA, MAS, DFSA, CIRO and BMA. It has no minimum deposit and offers its Next Generation web and mobile platform alongside MetaTrader 4 and TradingView, across six asset classes.
CMC Markets operates through group companies in the UK, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Canada and Bermuda. The contracting entity and applicable protections depend on the client jurisdiction.
Platforms: MT4, TradingView, Next Generation, and CMC Markets. Automated trading is supported, and features include web trading, desktop software, mobile apps, Expert Advisors and built-in charting. CMC Markets offers more than 300 FX pairs and over 21,000 instruments across its UK spread-betting and CFD offering; with FX Active pricing, spreads on six major forex pairs start from 0.0 pips and a commission applies. The iOS app is rated 4.1/5 from 338 ratings and the Android app 3.9/5 from 3,149 ratings.
There is no minimum deposit. EUR/USD spreads start from 0.0 pips on CMC's commission-based forex pricing, which charges 0.0025% of the trade value. CMC Markets accepts deposits by card and bank transfer, and UK clients can also pay by open banking through TrueLayer; withdrawals are paid back to a card or bank account. A free demo account comes with virtual funds (£10,000 for UK clients). Accounts are opened online with identity checks; UK applicants usually need a passport, photo driving licence or national ID card plus a bank statement or utility bill from the last three months.
Support via email and live chat.
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What other platforms say about CMC Markets
Reviews aggregated from 2 independent sources.Backed by 3,151 source-reported ratings.
- Read on apps.apple.comCollected: 2026-08-30
- 3.2k reviewsRead on play.google.comCollected: 2026-08-30
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Is CMC Markets right for you?
Best for
- Multi-asset traders who want a range of more than 21,000 instruments
- Traders choosing between Next Generation, MT4, TradingView, and CMC's own tools
- Prospective clients who want a demo account with virtual funds before depositing
Avoid if
- You need negative-balance protection confirmed for your exact CMC entity before opening an account
- You require a complete support-language list to be published before signup
- You expect an advertised minimum spread to remain fixed during live market conditions
Evidence and transparency breakdown
Dimensions our methodology can assess from the evidence stored for this review.
- Regulator strength4.5/ 5 · Excellent
CMC Markets group companies are overseen by FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FMA, MAS, DFSA, CIRO and BMA.
- Transparency4.5/ 5 · Excellent
Fees, platforms and payment methods are set out on CMC Markets' website.
Leverage by region
Caps on retail and professional accounts vary by regulator.
| Region / Regulator | Retail max | Pro max | Restricted assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU retail | 1:30 | — | — |
Account fees
Costs per account type.
| Account type | Min deposit | EURUSD spread | Published spread | Commission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Published pricing | — | 0 pips | 0 pips | commission-free |
Asset coverage
Tradable instruments per asset class.
Mobile app
These stored app ratings also contribute to the external score above. Collected: Aug 2026. They are snapshots, not live store ratings.
Archived App Store screenshot
Historical capture; the storefront, review count and rating may differ from the collected snapshot above.
App Store listingArchived Google Play screenshot
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Google Play listingAccount opening
Demo account
AvailableDeposit methods
Funding options, minimums, fees, and processing times.
- Credit/Debit card
- Bank transfer
CMC Markets withdrawals: timing, fees and rules
Withdrawal methods
How and when you can take money back out.
- Credit/Debit card
- Bank transfer
Customer support
- Live chat
Fees
4.4 /5Minimum deposit is $0, with EUR/USD spreads from 0 pips.
Pros
- No minimum deposit
- Published EUR/USD spreads (0 pips)
- No commission on UK and European share CFDs, or on forex, index and commodity CFDs at standard pricing
Regulation & protection
3.8 /5CMC Markets group companies are overseen by FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), BaFin (Germany), FMA (New Zealand), MAS (Singapore), DFSA (Dubai), CIRO (Canada) and BMA (Bermuda).
Pros
- Multi-jurisdiction regulatory coverage
- Group companies serve clients across the UK, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, the UAE, Canada and Bermuda.
Deposit & withdrawal
3.4 /5Funding via Credit/Debit card and Bank transfer.
Account opening
4.4 /5Demo accounts are offered for evaluation.
Pros
- Demo account available
- Account can be opened without a funded deposit
Web platform
4.0 /5Platforms: MT4, TradingView, Next Generation, and CMC Markets. Automated trading is supported.
Pros
- MetaTrader 4 supported
- TradingView integration
- Expert Advisors / automated trading
- Browser-based web platform
- Mobile app
Product selection
3.9 /5CMC Markets offers more than 300 FX pairs and over 21,000 instruments across its UK spread-betting and CFD offering.
Pros
- Broad multi-asset coverage (6 categories)
Customer service
3.9 /5Support via email and live chat.
Pros
- Live chat support
- Email support
Frequently asked questions
Is CMC Markets regulated?
CMC Markets operates through group companies overseen by FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FMA, MAS, DFSA, CIRO and BMA. The entity and protections that apply depend on the client jurisdiction.What is the minimum deposit at CMC Markets?
CMC Markets has no minimum deposit — accounts can be opened without funding.What trading platforms does CMC Markets support?
CMC Markets supports MT4, TradingView, Next Generation, and CMC Markets.Does CMC Markets offer a demo account?
Yes — CMC Markets provides demo accounts for traders to evaluate the platform before funding a live account.
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