Overview
Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and, with much struggle, emerged as a globally known broker that offers a comprehensive scope of trading services. For over thirty years, they have achieved well in the international bar of experiences and are known for transparency, innovation, and customer-centric services because of the adept professionalism in the execution of duties.
- Founded
- 1990
Strengths and watchouts
Strengths are not yet documented for this broker.
Watchouts are not yet documented for this broker. Review fees, regulation and account terms before opening an account.
Safety and regulation
Hantec Markets is upheld by the strict regulations of the Australia Corporations Act 2001 with a financial service license of 1 111 and is FCA regulated in the UK. While FCA is in the UK, ASIC of Australia is a must, where the respective powers serve Hantec Markets. To give more security and be more transparent and reliable to its customers, client funds should be held with the most excellent carriers with segregation for protection. Besides, safety net programs are in place so that retail traders have the ability to recover from losses of deposits beyond a certain amount.
- VFSC
- FCA
- ASIC
- FSCM
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
- Commodities
- Stocks
- Metals
- Energy
- CFDs
Account types
| Account | Min deposit | Commission | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Not verified | 0.1 | 1:1 to 1:400 |
Fees and costs
It starts at 1.1 pips for the standard account spreads and raw spreads starting from 0.0 pips plus somewhere around $6 commission per lot for pro accounts. Overnight swap charges apply for each overnight position. Swap-free Islamic client options are allowable for swap trading accounts. An inactivity fee of $15 applies for a monthly period of dormancy.
How we reviewed this broker
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Frequently asked questions
Is the broker under some regulation?
Yes, Hantec Markets is regulated by FCA, ASIC, and some other facilitating authorities, ensuring customer satisfaction with a healthy and safe trading environment.
What are the trading platforms you offer?
MT4, MT5, and WebTrader are the trading platform options at Hantec Markets. They also have mobile versions for these platforms.
What is the minimum deposit to open an account?
The minimum deposit starts at $100 for the Standard Account.
What type of accounts can one be issued by the dealer?
The dealer offers standard, pro, Islamic, and demo accounts according to the needs of the client.
What fees do they charge?
Fees and commissions are usually spread-based with some commission paid while using Pro Accounts; swap rates may be contracted for overnight positions; inactivity expenses are also included for dormant accounts.
Which is the limit to which a customer can leverage?
The cap in leverage is up to 1:500.
Are demo accounts provided by this broker?
Yes, very much so. Hantec Markets offers clients virtual resources to test their strategies stress-free.
How would I get customer assistance?
Customer service is provided through chat, email, or phone calls. It is available in many languages during normal trading hours.