The Market Ledger / Global broker directory · 2026

20 global forex brokers.
One clearer comparison.

Explore recognized names from international broker directories. See brand identity, reported trading platforms, independently researched dossiers and the important facts we still need to check.

20 brands to explore5 source-dated entity dossiers0 invented rankings
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About this 20-broker shortlist

This is a curated, alphabetical discovery directory—not a ranked “best broker” list. Brands were cross-referenced with ForexBrokers.com, Myfxbook and Forex Peace Army on 17 October 2026. We did not import their ratings, paid placements or consumer reviews. Five names have detailed US/UK research dossiers; the other fifteen are directory-level listings pending entity, cost and regulatory checks. No investment recommendation or global eligibility is implied.

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Research methodology ↗

Showing all 20 brands, alphabetically.

AvaTrade

Forex & CFD trading

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Verify the contracting entity, platform and account-level charges.

Reported software:MT4MT5

CMC Markets

Platform-led trading research

Entity-specific research dossier

Compare Next Generation versus MT4 and the applicable fee agreement.

Reported software:MT4Next Generation

Dukascopy

Trading technology & entity checks

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Investigate JForex access, legal entity and custody terms.

Reported software:JForexMT4

eToro

Multi-asset & social investing

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Distinguish real assets, CFDs, copy tools and local eligibility.

Reported software:Proprietary

Exness

Forex & CFD account research

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Check regional contracting entity, account conditions and withdrawals.

Reported software:MT4MT5

FOREX.com

US retail FX & international products

Entity-specific research dossier

Compare the correct entity and spread-only versus RAW pricing.

Reported software:MT4MT5TradingView

FP Markets

Trading platforms & account fees

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Confirm eligible account, commission units and local permissions.

Reported software:MT4MT5cTrader

FXCM

Forex software & execution

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Evaluate relevant entity, platform execution and funding rules.

Reported software:MT4Trading Station

FxPro

Multi-platform forex & CFD trading

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Match fee type and available order features to each account.

Reported software:MT4MT5cTrader

HFM

Region-specific leveraged accounts

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Verify account jurisdiction, leverage restrictions and exit terms.

Reported software:MT4MT5

IC Markets

Platform & transaction cost research

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Compare raw pricing against the correct entity-specific agreement.

Reported software:MT4MT5cTrader

IG

Multi-market trading & research

Entity-specific research dossier

Identify the relevant IG operator, trading product and cost schedule.

Reported software:ProprietaryMT4

Interactive Brokers

Global markets & professional tools

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Check minimum FX order sizes, commissions and supported residency.

Reported software:Trader WorkstationProprietary

OANDA

Currency trading & market research

Entity-specific research dossier

Identify the US operator and the actual spread/commission plan.

Reported software:MT4TradingViewOANDA Trade

Pepperstone

Forex platforms & account structures

Entity-specific research dossier

Distinguish Standard and Razor pricing, platform access and entity.

Reported software:MT4MT5cTrader

Saxo

Global markets & investment platforms

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Inspect your local Saxo legal entity, account tier and fee schedule.

Reported software:Proprietary

Swissquote

FX & multi-asset brokerage

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Differentiate banking, forex and regional brokerage contracts.

Reported software:MT4MT5Proprietary

Tickmill

Forex & CFD transaction costs

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Verify entity-specific commissions, spread observations and funding.

Reported software:MT4MT5

XM

Retail forex platform research

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Check jurisdiction, account type and trading-cost exclusions.

Reported software:MT4MT5

XTB

Multi-market web and mobile investing

Brand directory · detailed checks pending

Distinguish securities versus CFDs and the applicable costs.

Reported software:xStationProprietary
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Beyond the broker logo

The questions a polished trading platform can't answer for you.

Cost, legal protection and execution are separate questions. A global brand might offer different products, fees and regulatory arrangements depending on who signs your account agreement. Use the comparisons above as a starting point—not permission to deposit funds.

How to compare all-in costs →
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Four settings worth checking

More broker guides ↗
Due diligence · 01

Legal entity and country

A worldwide brand does not identify the licensed firm that will be your counterparty.

Due diligence · 02

Actual dealing costs

Ask for representative spreads, entry/exit commissions and overnight financing for your specific product.

Due diligence · 03

Platform compatibility

A brand-level platform logo does not establish availability on every account or jurisdiction.

Due diligence · 04

Funding and withdrawals

Request dated rules, route limitations, intermediary-bank charges and documentation requirements.

Independent source literacy

Why this directory has no star ratings

ForexBrokers.com uses its own test and scoring methodology; Myfxbook and Forex Peace Army contain user-submitted experiences and promotional placements. The numbers and ratings from these different systems cannot be treated as a common independent dataset. Our five existing research dossiers cite broker primary pages, and the fifteen additional brands need further regional, contractual and fee verification. See our methodology and gaps ↗.

Independent checks: US NFA BASIC ↗ · UK FCA Firm Checker ↗. Regulatory status is not guaranteed by inclusion.