IC MarketsVerified Regulation

IC Markets is one of the world's largest true ECN (Electronic Communication Network) forex brokers, established in 2007 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia. The broker is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC license 335692), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC license 368/18), and the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA license SD018), providing multi-jurisdictional coverage for clients worldwide. IC Markets is renowned for its ultra-low spreads, with Raw Spread accounts offering spreads from 0.0 pips and a competitive commission of $3.50 per lot per side, making it one of the most cost-effective ECN brokers available. The broker provides access to over 2,000 instruments including forex, indices, commodities, shares, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. Execution speeds average under 40 milliseconds, with pricing sourced from over 50 different liquidity providers to ensure the tightest possible spreads and deepest liquidity. Platform support is comprehensive, featuring MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), cTrader, and TradingView integration, alongside a mobile app for trading on the go. Account types include the Standard account (spreads from 1.0 pip, no commission) and the Raw Spread account (spreads from 0.0 pips, $3.50 commission per side), both requiring a minimum deposit of $200. A swap-free Islamic account is also available. IC Markets is particularly well-suited for scalpers, day traders, and algorithmic traders who demand the fastest execution speeds and tightest spreads in the industry. The broker's commitment to true ECN connectivity ensures no dealing desk intervention and minimal slippage even during high-volatility market conditions.