Spreadex

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Spreadex is a UK‐regulated forex broker offering spread betting and CFD trading across forex, indices, commodities, and shares via proprietary web and mobile platforms. It provides broad market access with built‐in tools for research, charting, and order execution.
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Key facts

7.1/10
Our rating
#180
Trust rank
1999
Founded
2
Licences
35
Countries accepted
HeadquartersUnited Kingdom
Broker typeMarket Maker
RegulationFCA; UKGC
PlatformsProprietary
InstrumentsCommodities, Forex, Indices
Fee levelMedium

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Pros

  • • FCA-regulated with negative balance protection
  • • Spread betting and CFD forex from one account
  • • Competitive spreads on major FX pairs
  • • Wide selection of currency pairs
  • • Proprietary web and mobile platforms with advanced charting

    • Cons

  • • No MetaTrader (MT4/MT5) or cTrader support
  • • Proprietary platform only; no API for algorithmic trading
  • • Market-maker execution; no ECN/DMA accounts
  • • Spread-only pricing; no raw-spread/commission accounts
  • • Restricted geographic availability (UK/Ireland focus; no US clients)

    • Key Features

  • • FCA Regulation and FSCS Protection
  • • Segregated Client Funds
  • • Negative Balance Protection
  • • Financial Spread Betting and Forex CFDs
  • • Proprietary Web and Mobile Platform
  • • Tax Free Spread Betting for UK Residents

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    Where This Broker Ranks

    Spreadex is not in the top 10 for any country or territory we rank yet. Each list shows the ten highest-rated brokers that accept clients there. How we rate brokers · All rankings by country

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Spreadex operates as a licensed broker in the United Kingdom. You trade with a regulated firm that is subject to conduct, capital, and client money rules. Your funds are kept in segregated client accounts under applicable regulations. Eligible retail clients in some regions have negative balance protection. Terms and protections depend on your country and the legal entity on your account. Check the disclosure documents on the broker's site before you trade. This is general information only and not financial, legal, or investment advice.

    You can trade forex pairs and other contracts for difference. In some regions you can place financial spread bets instead of, or alongside, CFDs. Availability depends on where you live and your account type. Markets typically include major and minor currency pairs plus selected indices and commodities. Share derivatives may also be offered. All products are leveraged and carry a high risk of loss. Review the product list and terms for your region before you apply. This is general information only, not financial, legal, or investment advice.

    You get a proprietary web platform and mobile apps. You can build watchlists, view charts across timeframes, and place market, limit, and stop orders. You can set price alerts and use tools like stop loss and take profit. Order types, features, and data sources can vary by region and account. Execution and prices can move quickly in fast markets and may slip. Review the platform guide and terms for your account. This is general information only and not financial, legal, or investment advice.

    Pricing uses variable spreads. Some markets may also charge a commission. If you hold positions overnight, funding adjustments or interest charges can apply, depending on the product and direction. Currency conversion may apply when your account currency differs from the instrument. During volatile or illiquid periods, spreads can widen and orders can fill at worse prices than expected. Review the fee schedule, product details, and risk warnings for your region before trading. This is general information only and not financial, legal, or investment advice.

    You can fund by bank transfer and payment cards, subject to verification checks. Processing times and limits depend on the method and your region. Withdrawals usually return to the original source in the account holder's name. The firm may request extra documents before releasing funds. Third-party payments are typically not accepted. Your bank or payment provider may charge fees or conversion costs. Check the payments page and terms for your entity. This is general information only and not financial, legal, or investment advice.

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