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IC MarketsLicensed by ASIC, CySEC +3
4.90/5
Min. deposit
$0
Max leverage
1:5000

Terms shown are for the global account (FSA, Seychelles).

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Rated #2 of 13Affiliate link
XMLicensed by CySEC, DFSA +2
4.75/5
Min. deposit
$5
Max leverage
1:1000

Leverage up to 1:1000 is for the XM Global account (FSC, Belize).

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ExnessLicensed by FSCA, CMA +2
4.75/5
Min. deposit
$10
Max leverage
Unlimited

Unlimited leverage needs equity under $5,000 and 10 closed orders on an eligible account.

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