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Best Forex Brokers 2026

IG Group is the top ranked forex broker for 2026 in this list, holding 6 Tier 1 regulatory licences and quoting EUR/USD at 0.6 pips. The ten brokers below are ranked from a verified dataset of 103 brokers, each shown with the single strength that earns its place.

Verified by the BrokerForexReviews verification system. Registers last checked 2026-09-28.
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    IG Group

    IG Group holds 6 Tier 1 licences (FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FSCA, MAS, CFTC), and quotes EUR/USD near 0.6 pips. Oldest CFD broker in the world, founded London 1974 as IG Index.

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, ASIC, BaFin, FSCA, MAS, CFTCEUR/USD spread: 0.6 pipsMinimum deposit: no minimumFounded: 1974Listed: LSE:IGG
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 195355) ›
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    Pepperstone

    Pepperstone holds 5 Tier 1 licences (FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, BaFin), and quotes EUR/USD from 0.0 pips on a raw account. Founded in Melbourne 2010 by experienced forex traders, not financial industry veterans.

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, BaFinEUR/USD spread: from 0.0 pips (raw)Minimum deposit: no minimumFounded: 2010
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 684312) ›
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    Admiral Markets

    Admiral Markets holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA), and quotes EUR/USD near 0.1 pips. Rebranded from Admiral Markets in 2021, operating since 2001, one of older ECN brokers.

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCAEUR/USD spread: 0.1 pipsMinimum deposit: $100Founded: 2001
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 595450) ›
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    HFM

    HFM holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FCA, CySEC, FSCA, DFSA), and quotes EUR/USD near 0.3 pips.

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, CySEC, FSCA, DFSAEUR/USD spread: 0.3 pipsMinimum deposit: $5Founded: 2010
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 801701) ›
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    CMC Markets

    CMC Markets holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS), and quotes EUR/USD near 0.5 pips. Founded London 1989, listed on London Stock Exchange (ticker: CMCX).

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MASEUR/USD spread: 0.5 pipsMinimum deposit: no minimumFounded: 1989Listed: LSE:CMCX
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 173730) ›
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    Plus500

    Plus500 holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, MAS), and quotes EUR/USD near 0.6 pips. Listed on London Stock Exchange Main Market since 2018 (ticker: PLUS).

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, CySEC, ASIC, MASEUR/USD spread: 0.6 pipsMinimum deposit: $100Founded: 2008Listed: LSE:PLUS
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 509909) ›
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    Forex.com

    Forex.com holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FCA, CFTC, ASIC, MAS).

    Tier 1 regulators: FCA, CFTC, ASIC, MASEUR/USD spread: 1.2 pipsMinimum deposit: $100Founded: 2001
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 190864) ›
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    OANDA

    OANDA holds 4 Tier 1 licences (CFTC, FCA, ASIC, MAS), and opens with no minimum deposit. One of first retail forex brokers, founded 1996, operates in 8 global markets.

    Tier 1 regulators: CFTC, FCA, ASIC, MASEUR/USD spread: 1.2 pipsMinimum deposit: no minimumFounded: 1996
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 542574) ›
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    Swissquote

    Swissquote holds 4 Tier 1 licences (FINMA, FCA, DFSA, MAS), and is publicly listed (SWX:SQN).

    Tier 1 regulators: FINMA, FCA, DFSA, MASEUR/USD spread: 1.3 pipsMinimum deposit: $1000Founded: 1996Listed: SWX:SQN
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 562379) ›
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    IronFX

    IronFX holds 4 Tier 1 licences (CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASIC).

    Tier 1 regulators: CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASICEUR/USD spread: 1.6 pipsMinimum deposit: $100Founded: 2010
    Read reviewFCA register (FRN 585561) ›

How these brokers were ranked

Every broker in the dataset is checked against public regulatory registers before it appears on this site. For this list, brokers are ordered first by the number of Tier 1 licences they hold, then by verified EUR/USD spread, then by minimum deposit. Publicly listed parent companies are noted because listing adds a layer of financial disclosure.

The ranking is grounded in data, not opinion. No broker pays for a higher position. The full method is documented on the how we verify page.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best forex broker for 2026?
IG Group ranks first in this list because it carries 6 Tier 1 regulatory licences and quotes a competitive EUR/USD spread of 0.6 pips. Ranking reflects verified regulation and cost, not sponsorship.
How is this ranking decided?
Each broker is scored on the number of Tier 1 regulatory licences held, verified EUR/USD spread, minimum deposit, and whether the parent company is publicly listed. The data comes from a 103 broker dataset checked against public registers.
Are these rankings paid placements?
No. Placement is decided by the verified data. Some links are affiliate links, which is disclosed in each broker review, but affiliate status does not change the ranking order.
What does Tier 1 regulation mean?
Tier 1 regulators include the FCA, ASIC, CySEC, MAS, BaFin, FINMA, CFTC and NFA. These authorities enforce client money segregation, capital rules and compensation schemes.
Does a low spread mean a broker is better?
A low spread lowers trading cost, but it is only one factor. Regulation, deposit protection and platform reliability matter more for keeping funds safe. This list weighs regulation first, then cost.
Trading forex and CFDs carries a high risk of losing money. Regulation reduces certain risks but does not remove market risk. This page is information, not investment advice.