Overview
Advanced Markets, established in 2009, is a well-known liquidity provider and forex broker headquartered in the United States. It primarily caters to institutional clients, including brokers, hedge funds, and professional traders, by offering direct access to liquidity from top-tier banks and financial institutions. Advanced Markets has built a reputation for its cutting-edge technology, transparency, and deep liquidity pools, making it a trusted partner for those seeking superior trading conditions in the forex and commodities markets.
- Founded
- 2009
Strengths and watchouts
- Long existence on the market;
- Access to margin trading;
- Wide range of trading assets;
- Availability of investment solutions;
- Trading accounts for traders with varied experience;
- Spreads are higher than those of well-known international brokers;
- The Advanced Markets office for retail traders is not licensed;
- Clients cannot invest in PAMM or MAM accounts.
Safety and regulation
Advanced Markets is regulated by multiple reputable financial authorities, including the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK. These licenses ensure that Advanced Markets adheres to stringent regulatory standards designed to protect client funds and ensure fair trading practices. Advanced Markets segregates client funds in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring that client funds are held in separate accounts from company funds. This segregation provides an added layer of security for traders. Additionally, the company offers insurance coverage on client funds, which adds another level of protection in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
- FSA
- ASIC
- MAS
- FCA
- MFSA
- CYSEC
- VSDL
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
- Futures
- Commodities
- Indices
- Metals
- Energy
- Cryptocurrency
- CFDs
Account types
| Account | Min deposit | Commission | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | $0 | 0.0 | 1:1 to 1:500 |
| Retail | $0 | 1.0 | 1:1 to 1:500 |
Fees and costs
Advanced Markets offers extremely competitive spreads starting at 0.0 pips on major currency pairs for institutional clients. Spreads vary depending on market conditions and the liquidity of the asset. ECN and STP accounts incur low commissions per trade, but retail accounts may have higher costs depending on account type and trading volume. Swap rates on Advanced Markets depend on the instrument being traded, and they are clearly displayed on the platform. These rates are applied when positions are held overnight, and they vary based on the direction of the trade and market conditions. The company provides full transparency regarding swap rates, which helps clients manage their costs effectively. Advanced Markets charges inactivity fees on accounts that remain dormant for an extended period. The exact amount and duration of inactivity required to trigger fees may vary, so clients should review the broker's terms and conditions to avoid unnecessary charges.
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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