CMC Markets Review 2026
Founded 1989 · London, United Kingdom
Last updated: May 27, 2026
CMC Markets is a London-listed (LSE: CMCX) CFD and spread betting provider with a proprietary Next Generation platform. Offering 12,000+ instruments with advanced charting, pattern recognition, and competitive pricing, CMC is a top choice for technically-driven UK and global traders.
Min Deposit
$0
Spread From
0.7 pips
Max Leverage
1:500
Execution
< 15ms
TrustMetrics™ Score
94
out of 100
🛡️ Regulation & Safety28/30
💰 Trading Costs22/25
⚡ Platform & Execution22/20
🏦 Withdrawals & Support12/15
📚 Education & Tools10/10
CMC Markets Spreads & Fees Breakdown
Our automated tracking systems monitor CMC Markets's live pricing across all major trading sessions. Below is the historical average spread data for their most popular account type.
| Instrument | Daily Average | London Session | NY Session | Asian Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 0.7 pips | 0.5 pips | 0.6 pips | 1 pips |
| GBP/USD | 0.9 pips | 0.7 pips | 0.8 pips | 1.3 pips |
| XAU/USD (Gold) | 15 pips | 12 pips | 13 pips | 22 pips |
| BTC/USD | $35 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Non-Trading Fees
Inactivity Fee
$10/month after 12 months
Deposit Fee
$0
Withdrawal Fee
$0