Axi Review 2026
Full Axi review for New Zealand traders — regulation, spreads, fees and our honest verdict.
Regulation in New Zealand
| Regulator | ASIC ASIC — Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) |
| Licence Number | 318232 |
| Regulated Entity | AxiCorp Financial Services Pty Ltd |
| Max Leverage (Forex) | 1:30 |
| Minimum Deposit | $0 |
| EUR/USD Spread | From 0.0 pips (ECN/Raw) |
| Instruments | 140+ |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 |
| Copy Trading | ✗ |
| Real Stocks | ✗ |
| Inactivity fee | No inactivity fee |
Verdict
Regulated by ASIC (licence 318232). Minimum deposit $0. In New Zealand: maximum forex leverage 1:30.
About Axi
Axi was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. The broker offers 140 tradeable instruments including forex pairs, CFDs on stocks, indices and commodities. It is regulated across multiple jurisdictions with a primary licence held by AxiCorp Financial Services Pty Ltd under ASIC.
In New Zealand, Axi operates as AxiCorp Financial Services Pty Ltd, authorised by ASIC under licence number 318232. New Zealand traders are subject to a maximum leverage of 1:30 on forex pairs under ASIC rules.
Trading Platforms
Pros
- ASIC regulated — licence 318232
- 140+ instruments to trade
- Negative balance protection in New Zealand
- Platforms: MT4, MT5
Cons
- No inactivity fee
- 76% of retail clients lose money
- CFD trading — you do not own the underlying asset
- No real stock ownership
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Axi regulated?
Axi holds ASIC licence 318232, issued to the regulated entity {entity}. This is a real, verifiable licence recorded in the official ASIC public register.
What is the minimum deposit for Axi in New Zealand?
The minimum deposit is $0. This is the amount required to open a live trading account for traders in New Zealand under ASIC regulation.
What leverage does Axi offer in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, Axi offers maximum forex leverage of 1:30 under ASIC rules. Higher leverage may be available through offshore-regulated entities.
Is Axi safe to trade with?
Axi is regulated by ASIC, which requires segregated client funds, negative balance protection and independent audits. Regulation does not eliminate trading risk, but it provides meaningful investor protection.
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