Brokers Guide

VT Markets is a global online broker serving traders across international markets. Established in 2015, the brand has developed a presence across multiple regions worldwide.

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• Established: 2015

• Platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4) & MetaTrader 5 (MT5)

• Markets: Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares & CFDs*

• Automated Trading: Expert Advisors (EAs) supported

• Account Options: Demo & Live accounts

• Trading Environment: Manual & algorithmic trading supported

• Global Presence: Operates through multiple legal entities and jurisdictions

 

Regulation

FSCA South Africa — FSP No. 50865 | FSC Mauritius — Licence No. GB23202269

UAE CMA — Licence No. 20200000299 (Introduction & Promotion only).

 

Risk Warning

CFDs are leveraged products and involve a high level of risk. Losses can occur rapidly, and trading may not be suitable for all investors. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved before trading.

Available products, services and regulatory protections are subject to the relevant VT Markets entity and jurisdiction.

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STARTRADER is a global Forex and CFD broker serving clients across multiple international markets. The brand operates through a network of regulated entities in several jurisdictions.

 

• Platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Web Trader & Mobile Apps

• Markets: Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares & ETFs

• Automated Trading: MetaTrader-based automated trading supported

• Account Options: Demo & Live accounts

• Trading Environment: Manual & algorithmic trading supported

• Global Presence: Operates through multiple regulated and licensed entities

 

Regulation

ASIC Australia — AFSL No. 421210 | FSCA South Africa — FSP No. 52464

FSA Seychelles — Licence No. SD049 | FSC Mauritius — Licence No. GB24203371

UAE CMA — Licence No. 20200000241 (Introduction & Promotion only).

 

Risk Warning

Trading leveraged products such as Forex and CFDs involves a high level of risk. Leverage can amplify both profits and losses, and losses may exceed your initial deposit. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

*Available products, services and regulatory protections are subject to the relevant STARTRADER entity and jurisdiction.

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Hantec Markets is a global Forex and CFD broker and a trading name of Hantec Group. The brand serves clients across international markets through its regulated entities.

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• Established: 2008 (Hantec Group founded in 1990)

• Platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Hantec WebTrader & Hantec Mobile

• Markets: Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks & CFDs*

• Automated Trading: MT4 & MT5 support automated trading functionality

• Account Options: Demo & Live accounts

• Trading Environment: Manual & algorithmic trading supported

• Global Presence: Services are provided through different entities depending on jurisdiction

 

Regulation

UK FCA — Hantec Markets Limited, FRN 502635

Mauritius FSC — Hantec Markets Ltd., Investment Dealer Licence No. C114013940.

 

Risk Warning

CFDs are complex leveraged instruments and involve a high risk of losing money rapidly. Please ensure you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

*Available products, services and regulatory protections are subject to the relevant Hantec Markets entity and jurisdiction.

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FxPro is a global online broker with a long-standing presence in the financial markets. The company was established in 1999 and serves clients internationally through multiple legal entities.

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• Established: 1999

• Platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), cTrader & FxPro proprietary platforms

• Markets: Forex, Metals, Indices, Shares, Energy, Futures, ETFs & other CFDs*

• Account Options: Demo & Live accounts

• Trading Environment: Manual & algorithmic trading supported

• Global Presence: Operates internationally through multiple legal entities

 

Regulation

UK FCA — FxPro UK Limited, FRN 509956 | Cyprus CySEC — FxPro Financial Services Ltd, Licence No. 078/07 | Bahamas SCB — FxPro Global Markets Limited, Licence No. SIA-F184 | Seychelles FSA — Invemonde Trading Ltd, Licence No. SD120.

 

Risk Warning

CFDs are complex leveraged instruments and involve a high risk of losing money rapidly. Please ensure you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

*Available products, services and regulatory protections depend on the relevant FxPro entity and the client's jurisdiction.

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Pepperstone is a global online broker founded in 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. The group has since expanded internationally and operates through regulated entities across multiple jurisdictions.

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• Established: 2010

• Platforms: TradingView, MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), cTrader & Pepperstone Platform

• Markets: Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs & other CFDs*

• Automated Trading: EAs and automated trading supported

• Account Options: Demo & Live accounts

• Trading Environment: Manual & algorithmic trading supported

 

Regulation

UK FCA — Pepperstone Limited, FRN 684312 | Australia ASIC — Pepperstone Group Limited, AFSL No. 414530 | Cyprus CySEC — Pepperstone EU Limited, Licence No. 388/20 | Germany BaFin — Pepperstone GmbH, Licence No. 151148 | Dubai DFSA — Pepperstone Financial Services (DIFC) Limited, Licence No. F004356 | Kenya CMA — Pepperstone Markets Kenya Limited, Licence No. 128 | Bahamas SCB — Pepperstone Markets Limited, Licence No. SIA-F217. Pepperstone confirms that its group operates through entities regulated by these authorities.

 

Risk Warning

Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 72.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

*Available products, services and regulatory protections depend on the relevant Pepperstone entity and the client's jurisdiction.

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