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Access Up to 1:1000 Leverage
Trade selected CFDs with leverage up to 1:1000, while negative balance protection is designed to prevent eligible clients’ account balances from falling below zero.
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Since 2008, over 5.1 million users have joined markets.com, opening more than 78 million positions and generating over $3.8 trillion in trading volume through a global brand with entities regulated by CySEC and the FSCA.
CySEC & FSCA
Regulated Entites
5.1M+
Global Users
$3.8TN+
Trading Volume
78M+
Positions Opened
Trade selected CFDs with leverage up to 1:1000, while negative balance protection is designed to prevent eligible clients’ account balances from falling below zero.
Use the intuitive Markets.com WebTrader and mobile App, or choose MT4 and MT5 for advanced charting, technical analysis and automated strategies.
Trade stock CFDs without a separate dealing commission and keep your costs simple, with the spread built into the quoted buy and sell prices.
Eligible members can receive up to 10% spread rebates, request stop-out levels as low as 30%, and unlock birthday cash benefits of up to $50.
Explore seven CFD markets with markets.com, from major currency pairs and gold to global shares and cryptocurrencies.
A selection of FX pairs with low spreads starting at 0.6 pips on EUR/USD.
Trade CFDs on gold, silver, oil and more, with selected Gold CFDs available to trade 24/7.
Go long or short on Bitcoin, Ethereum and other popular crypto CFDs 24/7 with competitive spreads.
Trade share CFDs on Apple, Tesla and NVIDIA with 0 commission, or access sectors and market themes through ETF CFDs.
Trade major global stock markets 24/5 with cash and futures CFDs on indices such as the US 500, US Tech 100 and Germany 40.
Trade CFDs on US 10- and 30-year Treasuries, German Bunds and UK Gilts to position for interest-rate shifts and central bank decisions.
Trade directly from your browser with advanced TradingView charts, integrated news and analysis, market sentiment and custom alerts, all in one intuitive multi-asset workspace.
Monitor the markets, analyse charts and manage your CFD positions wherever you are, with integrated news, expert commentary and timely market alerts.
Build and execute your CFD strategies with Expert Advisors, one-click trading, customisable charts, technical indicators, micro-lots and flexible hedging capabilities.
Trade CFDs on a multi-asset platform with market depth, expanded timeframes, additional technical indicators, and flexible netting and hedging capabilities.
See markets.com’s minimum spreads, margin requirements and maximum leverage across major CFD markets, with no trading commission.
| CFD market | Minimum spread | Maximum leverage | Margin requirement | Commission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forex | 0.090 pips | 1:1000 | 0.10% | $0 |
| Indices | 0.05 | 1:200 | 0.50% | $0 |
| Share CFDs | 0.01 | 1:10 | 10% | $0 |
| Commodities | 0.0055 | 1:1000 | 0.10% | $0 |
| Cryptocurrency CFDs | 0.000006 | 1:1000 | 0.10% | $0 |
| ETF CFDs | 0.07 | 1:10 | 10% | $0 |
| Bond CFDs | 0.06 | 1:100 | 1% | $0 |
*Spreads and overnight funding charges may apply. Conditions vary by instrument and jurisdiction. View trading conditions.
Make your first deposit and complete eligible trades to unlock up to $5,000 in combined cash, bonus credit and trading rebates.
Join marketsClub to unlock up to 25% spread rebates, stop-out levels as low as 30%, and exclusive member benefits.
Rewards and marketsClub benefits are subject to qualifying deposits and/or eligible trading activity. Bonus credit may be non-withdrawable and may expire.
Compare key trading conditions, platform choices and account benefits across popular CFD brokers.
| Comparison feature |
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eToro | Plus500 | XTB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:1000 on selected CFDs | Up to 1:400 for eligible Professional Clients | Up to 1:300 for eligible Professional Clients | Up to 1:500 for International individual clients |
| Negative Balance Protection | Available for eligible clients | Retail accounts only; not available to Professional Clients | Available to retail and eligible Pro clients | Protection varies by entity and client classification |
| CFD Transaction Pricing | 0 commission on standard CFD trading; spreads apply | Opening/closing spreads include 0.15% on Stock and ETF CFDs and 1% on Crypto CFDs* | 0 commission; spreads apply | 0 commission on standard CFDs; spreads apply |
| Comparison feature |
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eToro | Plus500 | XTB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Choice | WebTrader, App, MT4 and MT5 | Web and App | Web and App | xStation Web and App |
| MT4, MT5 & Automated Trading |
Both platforms with Expert Advisors
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Not available
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Not available
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Not available
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| Social Trading |
Available in Europe*
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CopyTrader available*
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Not publicly offered
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Not publicly offered
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| Advanced Trading Tools | ||||
| Trading Central |
Integrated access
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Not available
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Not available
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Not available
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| Market Sentiment |
Traders Trend
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Market sentiment insights
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Traders’ Sentiments
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Client positioning
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| Margin Calculator |
Dedicated calculator
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No comparable standalone tool found
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Formula only
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In-ticket calculator
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| Forex Profit Calculator |
Dedicated calculator
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No comparable standalone tool found
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No comparable standalone tool found
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In-ticket P/L calculation
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| Forex Heatmap |
Available
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No comparable public tool found
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No comparable public tool found
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Available
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| Economic Calendar |
Available
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Available
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Available
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Available
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| Comparison feature |
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eToro | Plus500 | XTB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Withdrawal Fee | No fee charged by Markets.com | Free or $5, depending on account currency | No fee in most cases | Free above $50; conditions apply |
| Welcome Rewards | Up to $5,000 in combined bonuses | No comparable public offer listed | Promotions vary by entity | No comparable public offer listed |
| Loyalty Benefits | Up to 25% spread rebates, lower stop-out levels and member perks | Club benefits vary by tier | Premium Service for eligible clients | No directly comparable public CFD loyalty programme listed |
Sign up with your email, enter your personal details and complete the onboarding questionnaire.
Submit the required verification documents, then add funds using an available payment method in your name.
Select a CFD market, choose Buy or Sell, set your trade size and risk controls, then place your order.
Learn what is CFD trading and how to start CFD trading with this beginner-friendly guide. Explore how CFDs work, their benefits, risks, and how to choose the right broker.
Learn how to trade gold CFDs, how XAU/USD pricing works, what moves the gold market, key risks, trading strategies and how to compare CFD platforms.
Learn what forex trading is and how it works, including currency pairs, pips, spreads, leverage, brokers, market analysis, risks and how to start.
Leverage gives you market exposure greater than your initial margin. At 1:100 leverage, for example, $100 of margin can control a $10,000 position, but profits and losses are calculated on the full $10,000 exposure.
Open and fund your account, find Gold or XAU/USD, choose your position size and select Buy or Sell based on your market view. Gold CFDs track price movements without giving you ownership of physical gold.
markets.com is an established global CFD provider with more than 15 years of experience and 4.7M+ registered users. Its regulated entities include CySEC-authorised Safecap Investments and FSCA-regulated Markets South Africa. Client funds are kept in segregated bank accounts, while SSL encryption, firewalls and encrypted data transmission help protect personal and trading information.
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Swap-free accounts are available to eligible clients in selected jurisdictions. Holding-period limits, administration fees and instrument restrictions may apply, so check the applicable swap-free account conditions before applying.
