Axi vs FXCM: licences compared

Side-by-side view of each broker's licences, regulator tiers and key facts. Remember that protection depends on which entity holds your account.

AttributeAxiFXCM
Licence Score71Strong72Strong
Strongest licence 1 Tier 1 1 Tier 1
Licences on record44
1 FCA United Kingdom LicensedLicensed · FRN 217689
1 ASIC Australia Licensed · AFSL 318232Licensed
2 CySEC Cyprus —Licensed
2 FSCA South Africa —Licensed
2 DFSA United Arab Emirates Licensed—
2 FMA (NZ) New Zealand Licensed—
Founded20071999
HeadquartersAustraliaUnited Kingdom
TypeForex & CFD brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNoNo
PlatformsMT4Proprietary, MT4, TradingView
Minimum depositNo minimumUS$50
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Frequently asked questions

Is Axi or FXCM better regulated?

FXCM has the higher Licence Score (72 vs 71), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both Axi and FXCM?

Both are matched to licences from ASIC and FCA.

Risk warning: CFDs and leveraged forex are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Consider whether you understand how they work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read more.