eToro vs FP Markets: 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.

AttributeeToroFP Markets
Licence Score74Strong69Strong
Strongest licence 1 Tier 1 1 Tier 1
Licences on record46
1 FCA United Kingdom Licensed · FRN 583263—
1 ASIC Australia LicensedLicensed · AFSL 286354
2 CySEC Cyprus LicensedLicensed · Licence 371/18
2 FSCA South Africa —Licensed · FSP 50926
3 FSC (MU) Mauritius —Licensed
3 CMA (Kenya) Kenya —Licensed
4 FSA (Seychelles) Seychelles LicensedLicensed
Founded20072005
HeadquartersIsraelAustralia
TypeMulti-asset brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNASDAQ:ETORNo
PlatformsProprietaryMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView
Minimum depositUS$50US$100
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Frequently asked questions

Is eToro or FP Markets better regulated?

eToro has the higher Licence Score (74 vs 69), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both eToro and FP Markets?

Both are matched to licences from ASIC, CySEC and FSA (Seychelles).

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.