IC Funded Prop Firm: Rules, Fees and Payouts
IC Funded presents its prop firm programme as a trading evaluation, but passing it doesn’t guarantee income or prove you’ll trade a live account. I’ve reviewed its published rules and fees against the available information, and some details, including the firm’s legal identity, remain unresolved. The rules can change, so treat the figures as a […]
What’s New at Pepperstone in 2025 and 2026?
Pepperstone’s confirmed announcements between January 2025 and October 2026 cover an Aston Martin Formula One partnership, a UAE licence and Dubai office, and a new Chief Technology Officer. They don’t, by themselves, establish that customers received new trading platforms, lower fees or additional account types. My assessment of what’s new at Pepperstone separates confirmed announcements […]
FxPro Fund Protections: What They Cover
FxPro fund protections can limit certain risks around client money, account debt and a broker’s failure. They don’t prevent trading losses or make leveraged forex and contracts for difference (CFDs) safe. I treat these safeguards as separate questions: how is your money held, how far can trading losses extend, and what happens if the firm […]
FxPro Weekend Trading: Hours, Access and Risks
Ordinary forex and many other markets close at weekends, whilst FxPro has offered weekend trading in some cryptocurrency CFDs. FxPro weekend trading therefore depends on the instrument, platform, account type and contracting entity, rather than a general promise that every market remains available. I treat product eligibility as the starting point, because access advertised under […]
Pepperstone Active Trader: Forex Rebates Explained
Pepperstone Active Trader may reduce trading costs for eligible, high-volume traders, but it offers no protection against market losses. I assess its value by asking whether the rebate improves your total trading cost under the terms governing your account. If you’re trading in Europe, the offer, contracting company and qualification rules can differ by country […]
Is FxPro Zero Spread Really Free?
No, FxPro zero spread trading isn’t free: Raw+ pricing includes commission even when the quoted spread reaches zero. I judge the offer by the total cost of opening, holding and closing a position. That distinction matters because a low headline spread can obscure a separate charge. Start with what FxPro advertises. Key Takeaways Raw+ combines […]
What Does It Cost to Trade Forex with FBS?
There isn’t one fixed cost to trade forex with FBS: the total depends on your account, legal entity, country, position size and holding time. The spread shown in an advert is only one part of that calculation. I judge FBS trading costs by the all-in cash cost, including commission, financing and relevant payment charges. For […]
Forex Broker Reviews: What to Check Before Opening an Account
A familiar broker name, polished website or low advertised spread doesn’t prove an account is suitable or safe. I use forex broker reviews as a starting point, then check the primary evidence before anyone funds an account. That means checking the legal entity, regulation, retail protections, total costs, execution, platforms, funding, withdrawals and complaints process. […]
Saxo Bank Forex Broker Review 2026: UK Costs and Risks
Saxo is likely to attract UK traders in 2026 because its UK business, Saxo Capital Markets UK Ltd, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under FRN 551422. It also offers access to forex, CFDs and other markets through web and mobile platforms, which may appeal if you want more than a specialist […]
eToro Forex Broker Review 2026: Safety, Fees and Risks
Is eToro a suitable forex broker for UK traders in 2026? The answer depends on what you need, because eToro combines FCA regulation and a simple platform with variable costs, leverage restrictions and risks that aren’t always obvious from its promotional material. In this review, I’ll assess eToro (UK) Ltd’s regulatory status, safety measures, forex […]