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IC Markets

4.4(2.200 reviews)

ECN broker with ultra-low spreads and fast execution

ASIC/CySEC RegulatedSince 2007
88
Trust Score
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200 $
Min. Deposit
7
Instruments
ASIC/CySEC
Regulation
3
Platforms

Key Features

Forex

Forex trading available

Indices

Indices trading available

Commodities

Commodities trading available

Stocks CFDs

Stocks CFDs trading available

Bonds

Bonds trading available

Crypto CFDs

Crypto CFDs trading available

Futures CFDs

Futures CFDs trading available

MT4

Trading Platform

MT5

Trading Platform

cTrader

Trading Platform

Advantages

  • Ultra-low spreads from 0.0 pips
  • Fast order execution (under 40ms)
  • cTrader platform available
  • Ideal for scalping and algorithmic trading
  • ASIC and CySEC regulated

Disadvantages

  • No proprietary platform
  • Educational content could be more comprehensive
  • Minimum deposit $200

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About IC Markets

IC Markets was founded in 2007 in Sydney, Australia, and is a leading ECN (Electronic Communication Network) broker regulated by ASIC and CySEC. The broker is renowned for its ultra-low spreads from 0.0 pips and industry-leading order execution under 40 milliseconds, making it the top choice for scalpers and algorithmic traders. The trading offering includes Forex, indices, commodities, stock CFDs, bonds, crypto CFDs, and futures CFDs. IC Markets provides access to MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and the cTrader platform, which is particularly popular among institutional traders. With a minimum deposit of $200 and dual regulation, IC Markets positions itself as a professional broker for demanding traders who expect the highest execution quality and competitive conditions.

IC Markets FAQ

What is the minimum deposit at IC Markets?
The minimum deposit at IC Markets is $200. This applies to all available account types, including the Raw Spread account.
Is IC Markets suitable for scalping?
Yes, IC Markets is one of the best brokers for scalping. With order execution under 40 milliseconds, spreads from 0.0 pips, and no restrictions on trading strategies, IC Markets offers ideal conditions for scalpers.
What platforms does IC Markets offer?
IC Markets offers three platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), and cTrader. Each platform is available as desktop, web, and mobile versions and supports algorithmic trading.
What are the fees on the Raw Spread account?
On the Raw Spread account, spreads start from 0.0 pips with a commission of $3.50 per side per standard lot. This makes IC Markets one of the most cost-effective ECN brokers on the market.
Strategies × Top Stocks

Popular Strategies to Try

Concrete example trades you can replicate after opening your account at IC Markets.

Tesla logo
Long Straddle
TSLA

Long Straddle · Tesla

Tesla Inc.

Highly volatile — no clear direction · highly volatile mover

IV 5095%View example trade
NVIDIA logo
Long Straddle
NVDA

Long Straddle · NVIDIA

NVIDIA Corporation

Highly volatile — no clear direction · volatile stock

IV 4080%View example trade
Apple logo
Covered Call
AAPL

Covered Call · Apple

Apple Inc.

Neutral to mildly bullish · calm stock

IV 2032%View example trade
SAP logo
Covered Call
SAP

Covered Call · SAP

SAP SE

Neutral to mildly bullish · calm stock

IV 1830%View example trade
Amazon logo
Cash-Secured Put
AMZN

Cash-Secured Put · Amazon

Amazon.com Inc.

Neutral to mildly bullish · medium-volatility stock

IV 2542%View example trade
S&P 500 ETF logo
Iron Condor
SPY

Iron Condor · S&P 500 ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF

Neutral / Sideways · calm stock

IV 1222%View example trade
Nasdaq-100 ETF logo
Iron Condor
QQQ

Iron Condor · Nasdaq-100 ETF

Invesco QQQ ETF (Nasdaq-100)

Neutral / Sideways · calm stock

IV 1628%View example trade
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Bull Call Spread
PLTR

Bull Call Spread · Palantir

Palantir Technologies Inc.

Bullish · highly volatile mover

IV 5590%View example trade
MicroStrategy logo
Bull Call Spread
MSTR

Bull Call Spread · MicroStrategy

MicroStrategy Inc.

Bullish · highly volatile mover

IV 85160%View example trade
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Bear Put Spread
COIN

Bear Put Spread · Coinbase

Coinbase Global Inc.

Bearish · highly volatile mover

IV 65120%View example trade
Microsoft logo
Butterfly Strategy
MSFT

Butterfly Strategy · Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation

Neutral — stock expected to stay near the center strike · calm stock

IV 1830%View example trade
NVIDIA logo
Bull Call Spread
NVDA

Bull Call Spread · NVIDIA

NVIDIA Corporation

Bullish · volatile stock

IV 4080%View example trade