Hantec Markets vs IC Trading: 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.

AttributeHantec MarketsIC Trading
Licence Score67Strong25Weak
Strongest licence 1 Tier 1 3 Tier 3
Licences on record31
1 FCA United Kingdom Licensed—
1 ASIC Australia Licensed—
3 FSC (MU) Mauritius LicensedLicensed
Founded19902023
HeadquartersUnited KingdomMauritius
TypeForex & CFD brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNoNo
PlatformsMT4, MT5MT4, MT5, cTrader
Minimum depositNo minimum—
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hantec Markets or IC Trading better regulated?

Hantec Markets has the higher Licence Score (67 vs 25), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both Hantec Markets and IC Trading?

Both are matched to licences from FSC (MU).

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.