Overview
Admired as Admiral Markets, formerly named Admirals, was conceptualized in 2001, growing to be among the most reputable brokers in the realm of financial services. A history of over 20 years of skills enables Admirals to provide trading and investment services to retail and institutional clients alike.
- Founded
- 2001
Strengths and watchouts
- Low forex CFD fees
- Free and fast deposit and withdrawal
- Straightforward account opening
- Product portfolio limited mostly to CFDs
- Inactivity fee
- No 24/7 customer service
- Product portfolio limited mostly to CFDs
- Inactivity fee
- No 24/7 customer service
Safety and regulation
Admirals is under the jurisdictions of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), and EU Financial Supervisory Authority (EFSA), ensuring safety from fraud. Client funds are held in segregated accounts with premium banks, and negative balance protection and investor compensation schemes are in place to meet regulatory authorities' specifications.
- CySEC
- MiFID II
- FCA. ASIC
- CIPC
Between 70% and 85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with most regulated providers — the exact figure for any specific broker is published on that broker's own website. Consider whether you understand how these instruments work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.
Markets available
- Forex
- indices
- stocks
- ETFs
- Bonds
- commodities
Account types
| Account | Min deposit | Commission | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade | Not verified | 0.5 | 1:10 to 1:500 |
| Invest | Not verified | 0.0 | — |
| Zero | Not verified | 0.0 | 1:10 to 1:500 |
Fees and costs
On Trade accounts, spreads start at 0.5 pips. However, on Zero accounts, they are raw and start at 0.0 pips with associated commissions from at least $1.8 per lot. Swap fees apply in an overnight position. The swap-free trading facility is also available with Islamic accounts. Admirals charge inactivity fees at a rate of €10 per month after 24 months of inactivity.
How we reviewed this broker
Each broker review documents the broker's claimed regulators, cross-references them against the public registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), and notes any divergence. Where a regulator has issued a public advisory, the URL is cited inline so a reader can verify it directly. Tradable instruments, account types, and fees are sourced from the broker's published disclosures or documented as unavailable. The full scoring methodology is public.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the broker regulated?
With FCA, CySEC, ASIC, and EFSA, Admirals are regulated, thus providing a secure trading environment.
Which trading platforms are available?
Available platforms include MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and WebTrader, in addition to mobile trading apps.
The lowest possible amount of initial transaction needed in order to open an account.
For most accounts, $100 is the amount needed for opening.
What kinds of accounts do they offer?
Admirals provides Trade.MT4/MT5, Zero.MT4/MT5, Invest.MT5, as well as demo accounts.
What are the fees and commissions charged?
These include spreads, commissions on Zero accounts, swaps on overnight positions, and inactivity fees after 24 months of dormancy.
What's the highest leverage offered by Admirals?
Leverage for retail clients can only go as high as 1:30, as per ESMA regulations. Professional clients are entitled to higher leverage.
Do they offer inside demo accounts?
Yes, Admirals provide clients with virtual demo accounts that allow risk-free trading.
How to contact client support?
It is all taken care of by email, phone, and live chat during market sessions.
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Reader reviews
Nicolas
Sep 4, 2024
Scalping with this platform is not ideal due to the limitations of the "mini terminal." It doesn't allow you to place orders for small pip movements, such as 2-3 pips, which can be frustrating. However, for day trading and other strategies, it performs adequately.
Riadh Karray
Sep 3, 2024
Admiral is a top-notch broker, and my experience with them has been incredibly positive, especially after dealing with a scam broker in the past. I highly recommend using Admiral Markets for anyone looking for reliable services.
Gustavo
Sep 2, 2024
I am extremely satisfied with my experience at Admiral. The withdrawal process is impressively quick, and the staff is always eager to assist.
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