IC Markets (full name International Capital Markets, abbreviated as IC) is a forex broker established in 2007 in Australia. The company is headquartered in Sydney and primarily offers trading services in financial products such as forex, indices, metals, energy, commodities, stocks, and bonds.
Company Background
IC Markets is a broker that provides forex trading services. Its domain was registered on June 19, 2011. The registered entity for IC Markets is International Capital Markets Pty Ltd, located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, with a company registration number of 123 289 109. The specific office address is Level 4, 50 Carrington Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
Regulatory Information
According to public information, IC Markets is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), and the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA). Accounts of non-Australian nationals are registered under Seychelles regulation.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is one of Australia's primary financial regulatory bodies, overseeing the Australian financial services industry, including securities, futures, banking, insurance, and investment advice. ASIC's regulatory oversight is typically regarded as stringent and effective.
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) is Cyprus's primary financial regulator, responsible for regulating the country's financial services industry, including securities, investments, funds, and financial institutions. CySEC's regulatory oversight is widely regarded as stringent and effective, particularly within European Union member states.
Trading Products
IC Markets primarily offers trading services in forex, commodities, indices, bonds, stocks, futures, and digital currencies.
- The forex market is one of the largest and most liquid financial markets globally, involving the trading of various national currencies.
- The commodities market covers major commodities such as agricultural products, energy products, and metals.
- Indices are standardized indicators that measure the performance of specific sectors or entire markets, such as the S&P 500 Index.
- Bonds are debt instruments that represent the borrowing party's promise to pay back the investor.
- Stocks represent proof of ownership in a company listed on the stock market. Investors who purchase stocks become shareholders and have the right to share in the company's profits.
- Futures contracts stipulate the future purchase or sale of specific assets at a predetermined price. The futures market covers various asset classes like commodities, forex, and stock indices.
- Digital currencies are encrypted digital assets based on blockchain technology, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Trading Platforms
IC Markets is renowned in the forex market for its extremely low spreads and offers trading platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and cTrader for users to choose from.
- MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is a forex and CFD trading platform developed by MetaQuotes Software. It offers powerful charting tools, technical indicators, and trading execution features, supporting automated and algorithmic trading. MT4's interface is simple and easy to use, suitable for both beginners and experienced traders.
- MetaTrader 5 (MT5) is the upgraded version of MT4, supporting a wider range of financial instruments, including stocks, futures, and options alongside forex and CFDs. It provides additional charting tools, market indicators, technical indicators, and more flexible trade execution functions, with enhanced strategy testing and optimization capabilities.
- cTrader, developed by Spotware Systems, is a forex and CFD trading platform focused on a simple and intuitive user interface and trading experience. It offers advanced charting tools, built-in market depth information, trading signals, and social trading features, supporting automated and algorithmic trading.
Account Registration
IC Markets' official website provides a link to register a real trading account. The specific registration method is as follows:
First, open the IC Markets website, then click "Open a Real Account" and follow the steps to fill in the information (such as email, password, etc.) to complete the account registration.
Account Types
IC Markets offers users three types of accounts: the Ctrader account, the Raw Spread account, and the Standard account. All three accounts have a minimum deposit of $200 and leverage of 1:30; the Ctrader and Raw Spread accounts have a spread of 0.0, while the Standard account has a spread of 0.8; the Ctrader account has a commission of $3.0, the Raw Spread account $3.5, and the Standard account $0.0. The maximum number of open orders for the Ctrader account is 2000, while for the other two accounts it is 200.
Deposit and Withdrawal Methods
IC Markets accepts a variety of deposit and withdrawal methods, including credit card, debit card, bank transfer, PayPal, Skrill, UnionPay, and Neteller. The platform is committed to providing traders with fast, simple, and secure deposit and withdrawal options to ensure a seamless financial management experience throughout the trading process. Additionally, IC Markets guarantees the safety of traders' funds through advanced security technologies and strict compliance measures, allowing investors to trade confidently and focus on making profits. Concerning investor education, the IC Markets website offers various educational resources such as IC Blog, market news, online seminars, and a forex ten-lesson series.
Customer Support
Regarding investor education, the IC Markets website provides its users with educational resources such as the IC Blog, market news, online seminars, and a forex ten-lesson series. IC Markets offers multi-language support and several contact methods, including phone support, email support, and online chat. Traders can contact the customer support team at +1300 600 644 for direct and immediate assistance. Investors may also send inquiries or requests to support.cn@icmarkets-cs.com. Additionally, the online chat feature on the IC Markets website enables quick communication with the broker.
Conclusion
IC Markets is a forex broker established in 2007 in Australia, headquartered in Sydney. As a broker regulated by ASIC, CySEC, and FSA, IC Markets offers trading services for financial products like forex, commodities, indices, and stocks. Its trading platforms include MT4, MT5, and cTrader, known for extremely low spreads and diverse account options. Through multilingual customer support and various contact methods, IC Markets is committed to providing traders with premium services and support.
