ThinkMarkets
Your Gateway to Global Trading
Trade Forex, Stocks, Indices and Commodities with competitive spreads
Key Broker Details
Quick Facts
Regulation
CySEC (Cyprus), FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), FSCA (South Africa), FSA (Seychelles)
Country
Australia
Min. Deposit
$0.00
Spreads
From 0.4 pips (Standard); from 0.0 pips (Raw/ThinkZero)
Pros
What we like
- Multi-regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC) ensuring strong fund protection up to £85,000.
- 4,000+ instruments across 7 asset classes, including 46+ forex pairs and 9+ cryptocurrencies.
- Ultra-low spreads from 0.0 pips with $3.5 commission per lot per side.
- Award-winning ThinkTrader platform with TradingView integration and MT4/MT5 support.
Cons
Areas for improvement
- $500 minimum deposit for raw accounts may discourage beginners.
- Leverage limited to 1:30 in EU/UK (up to 1:500 elsewhere).
- U.S. clients not accepted due to regulations.
- CFD-only trading with occasional withdrawal delays reported.
Broker Summary
ThinkMarkets is an award-winning CFD broker established in 2010, offering access to over 4,000 instruments including forex, stocks, indices, commodities, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. Regulated by top-tier authorities like FCA, ASIC, and CySEC, it provides competitive spreads, advanced platforms, and 24/5 support for global traders.
Trading Platforms
Mobile Trading
Yes
Web Trader
Yes
Safety & Regulation
Capitalization
Privately held; sufficient capital adequacy per regulatory requirements (not publicly disclosed)
Insurance
Client funds segregated; additional $1M insurance policy against insolvency
Licenses
FCA (UK #705428), ASIC (Australia #433905), CySEC (Cyprus #215/13), FSCA (South Africa #49835), FSA (Seychelles #SD060)
Jurisdictions
UK, Australia, Cyprus, South Africa, Seychelles
Trading Tools
Social Trading
Econ Calendar
Account Managers
Payments
As above; no broker fees, but third-party charges may apply
ThinkMarkets Overview
Comprehensive broker information and trading capabilities
Languages & Region
English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Japanese, Malay, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese (12+ total)
Australia
Pricing & Fees
Commission-free on Standard; $3.5/lot/side on Raw; no inactivity fees
Deposit Methods
Credit/Debit Cards (Visa/Mastercard), Bank Wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash via BitPay)
Withdrawal Methods
Same as deposits; processed to source method within 24 hours
Trading Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, TradingView
Leverage
Up to 1:500 (non-EU); 1:30 (EU/UK retail)
Account Types
Standard Accounts, Islamic Account, ECN Accounts, Classic Account, Copy Trading Accounts, Raw Account
Customer Support
24/5 live chat, email, phone; multilingual
Fund Security
VPS Hosting
ThinkMarkets Insights & Features
Discover what makes ThinkMarkets stand out with comprehensive tools and resources
News & Analysis
Market insights and analysis
Reuters feeds, economic calendar, daily market insights
Top Feature
Standout platform feature
Award-Winning ThinkTrader Platform with TradingView Integration
Research Tools
Advanced research capabilities
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Educational Resources
Learning materials and courses
Traders’ Gym (backtesting), webinars, eBooks, video tutorials
ThinkMarkets Account Structure
Compare account types and features
ThinkMarkets Account Types
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Max Leverage | Spreads | Commission | Platforms | Instruments | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $250 | 500:1 | From 0.4 pips | None | ThinkTrader, MT4, MT5 | 350 (MT4), 1,800 (MT5) | Beginners, traders avoiding commissions |
| ThinkZero | $500 | 500:1 | From 0.0 pips (Forex) | $3.50 per side (100,000 units) | MT4, MT5 | 350 (MT4), 1,800 (MT5) | Active traders, scalpers |
| ThinkTrader | $50 | 500:1 | From 0.4 pips | None | ThinkTrader, TradingView | 4,000 | Traders preferring proprietary platform |
| Swap-Free | Varies by account | 500:1 | From 0.4 pips | None | ThinkTrader, MT4, MT5 | 350 (MT4), 1,800 (MT5) | Traders requiring Sharia-compliant accounts |
| Joint | $250 | 500:1 | From 0.4 pips | None | ThinkTrader, MT4, MT5 | 350 (MT4), 1,800 (MT5) | Partners or family trading together |
| Mini | $50 | 500:1 | From 0.4 pips | None | ThinkTrader, MT4, MT5 | 350 (MT4), 1,800 (MT5) | Micro traders with lower capital |
Trading Features & Conditions
Explore ThinkMarkets's comprehensive trading ecosystem
Max Leverage
Up to 1:500
Risk Management
Stop Loss, Take Profit, Trailing Stop
Special Conditions
✅ (Premium/VIP get dedicated manager)
Frequently Asked Questions
No FAQs available for this broker.
