Vantage FX is a fully regulated CFD broker established in 2009 by Vantage International Group Limited. It offers a variety of asset classes including currency pairs, indices, energies, commodities, metals, and shares CFDs with over 300+ instruments to trade.
Along with connecting traders to a variety of asset classes, Vantage FX also stands out for providing customers with industry-standard trading platforms, exceptional trade execution speed, and an award-winning 24/7 customer support service.
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Vantage FX Overview
| Broker | Vantage FX |
|---|---|
| Established | 2009 |
| Head Office | 7 Bell Yard, WC2A 2JR. London, UK. |
| Regulations | ASIC, FCA, CIMA, VFSC |
| Publicly Listed | No |
| Broker Type | STP, ECN |
| Product Offering | Forex, CFD |
| Trading Platforms | Vantage FX app, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ProTrader |
| Asset Classes | Forex, Indices, Energy, Commodities, Metals, Shares CFD |
| Minimum Deposit | $200 |
| Account Currencies | EUR, USD, GBP |
| Maximum Leverage | Professional – 1:500 Retail – 1:30 |
| Pricing Model | Spreads and Commissions |
| Lot Sizes | Mini, Micro, Standard. |
| Account Funding & Withdrawal Methods | Bank Transfers, Card Payments (Credit & Debit Cards), and E-Wallets (Skrill, Neteller) |
| Demo Account | Available |
| Scalping | Yes |
| Hedging | Yes |
License and Regulations
Vantage FX is authorized and regulated across multiple jurisdictions by top-tier financial regulatory bodies around the world, making it a safe broker to trade with. The regulatory bodies under which Vantage FX is regulated include the;
- Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Securities Investment Business Law (SIBL) number 1383491,
- VFSC under Section 4 of the Financial Dealers Licensing Act [CAP 70] (Reg. No. 700271),
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), AFSL no. 428901 and
- Financial Conduct Authority, FRN: 590299.
Account Types
Vantage FX provides clients with different account types, designed with different conditions, in other to meet different trading requirements. This makes it easy for traders to choose an account type that best suits their trading style and needs.
The account types offered by Vantage FX include;
- Standard STP Account
- Raw ECN Account
- Pro ECN Account
Standard STP Account
The Standard STP Account is the perfect account type for novice traders who want simple, direct market access with no commissions.
| Account Type | Standard STP Account |
|---|---|
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Web Trader, Mobile Apps. |
| Range Of Markets | Currency Pairs, Indices, Commodities, Shares CFDs |
| Minimum Deposit | $200 |
| Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 Lot |
| Spread From | 1.0 Pips |
| Commission | $0 |
| Account Base Currencies | $ AUD, $ USD, £ GBP € EUR, $ SGD $ CAD, $ NZD ¥ JPY, $ HKD |
Raw ECN Account
The Raw ECN Account is suitable for experienced traders who require deep liquidity and razor-sharp spreads going as low as 0.0 pips, with a commission of $3.00 per standard lot per side.
| Account Type | Raw ECN Account |
|---|---|
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Web Trader, Mobile Apps. |
| Range Of Markets | Currency Pairs, Indices, Commodities, Shares CFDs |
| Minimum Deposit | $500 |
| Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 Lot |
| Spread From | 0.0 Pips |
| Commission | From $3.00 per standard lot per side |
| Account Base Currencies | $ AUD, $ USD, £ GBP € EUR, $ SGD $ CAD, $ NZD ¥ JPY, $ HKD |
Pro ECN Account
The Pro ECN Account is tailored for professional traders and money managers who consistently trade high volumes. This account type provides traders with deep liquidity and ultra-low spreads going as low as 0.0 pips, along with a very low commission of $2.00 per standard lot per side.
| Account Type | Pro ECN Account |
|---|---|
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Web Trader, Mobile Apps. |
| Range Of Markets | Currency Pairs, Indices, Commodities, Shares CFDs |
| Minimum Deposit | $20,000 |
| Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 Lot |
| Spread From | 0.0 Pips |
| Commission | From $2.00 per standard lot per side |
| Account Base Currencies | $ AUD, $ USD, £ GBP € EUR, $ SGD $ CAD, $ NZD ¥ JPY, $ HKD |
Asset Class
Vantage FX provides traders with a wide range of asset classes including currency pairs, indices, energies, commodities, metals, and shares CFDs, with over 300+ instruments available to trade.
| Asset Class | No. Of Assets |
|---|---|
| Currency Pairs | 44 |
| Indices | 16 |
| Commodities | 19 |
| Shares CFDs | 226 |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fast and easy account registration process.
- Highly regulated, with regulations from top-tier regulatory bodies such as ASIC (Australia), FCA (United Kingdom), and CIMA.
- Low-cost FX trading.
- Access to industry-leading trading platforms such as MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
- Sophisticated mobile apps with extensive functionalities.
- Low commissions and consistently competitive spreads.
- Ultra-low spread going as low as 0.0 pips on Raw ECN and Pro ECN Account.
- Transparent fee structure, with no hidden charges.
- Low latency and fast order execution speed.
- No inactivity fee is charged.
- Unlimited demo accounts.
Cons
- Average Stocks CFDs trading fee.
- Does not accept clients from the US.