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Platform Comparison
Compare trading platforms side-by-side
Select two platforms to compare their features, fees, regulation, and transparency scores.
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IC Markets
ASIC, CySEC, FSA
vs
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XM
CySEC, ASIC, IFSC
General Information
| Category | IC Markets | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Australia | Cyprus |
| Regulators | ASIC, CySEC, FSA | CySEC, ASIC, IFSC |
| Regulatory Tier | Tier 1 | Tier 1 |
| Year Established | 2007 | 2009 |
| Transparency Score | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Data Confidence | high | high |
Trading Conditions
| Category | IC Markets | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $200 | $5 |
| Max Leverage | Up to 1:500 | Up to 1:1000 |
| Spread Type | Raw Spread / Standard | Variable |
| Execution Model | ECN | Market Maker |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader | MT4, MT5 |
| Account Types | Raw Spread, Standard | Micro, Standard, XM Ultra Low, Shares |
Spreads & Fees
| Category | IC Markets | XM |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD Spread | 0.0 pips (Raw) | 0.6 pips (Ultra Low) |
| Commission | $3.50 per lot per side (Raw Spread) | Zero (spread-only) |
| Inactivity Fee | None | $15/month after 90 days (under $5 balance) or $50/year after 12 months |
| Withdrawal Fee | Free (bank transfer may apply) | Free |
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
Features
| Category | IC Markets | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Account | ||
| Demo Account | ||
| Copy Trading | ||
| Education Resources | ||
| API Available | ||
| VPS Offered |
Malaysia Relevance
| Category | IC Markets | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts Malaysian Clients | ||
| MYR Deposit | ||
| Malay Language Support | ||
| Publicly Listed | No | No |
| Insurance Coverage | — | — |
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The IFCCI Transparency Programme is an independent research initiative and does not constitute regulatory supervision, professional financial advice, or official compliance certification. All findings represent research-based observations intended to contribute to financial industry transparency discourse and informed evaluation. FinScope is a technology platform developed to support the programme’s public-facing digital interface.