IC Markets
Raw-spread CFD broker popular with active traders
Founded 2007 · HQ: Australia / global entities · ASIC, CySEC, FSA Seychelles depending on entity
Offers MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView with raw spread account options. Public materials state raw spreads can go as low as 0.0 pips and EUR/USD average around 0.1 pips on Raw Spread accounts; commission is commonly listed at $3.50 per side or $7 round turn per lot.
Pros & cons
✓ Pros
- Raw spread pricing; multiple platforms; broad CFD range
✗ Cons
- Entity rules and leverage vary by region; CFD risk is high
Platforms & features
| Trading platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader, WebTrader |
|---|---|
| Account types | Standard, Raw Spread, cTrader Raw Spread, Islamic/swap-free where available |
| Instruments | Forex CFDs, commodities, indices, bonds, crypto CFDs, stocks, futures |
| Deposit methods | Bank transfer, cards, e-wallets, local methods by entity |
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, cards, e-wallets, local methods by entity |
| Restricted regions | Availability varies by legal entity and country |
Cashback & transfer rules
| Payment mode | unknown |
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| Rate type | unknown |
| Payment timing | |
| Minimum trade duration | |
| Existing account transfer | unknown |
Moving under ShaFX does not give ShaFX control over your account. ShaFX never asks for trading passwords. Spreads, deposits, withdrawals, and account access remain between you and the broker.
Cashback estimate
Assumption: 22 trading days/month. This is an estimate only. Real eligibility depends on broker account type, instrument, trade duration, country rules, and verified reporting.
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