ASIC — Australia
GFA Capital Markets LTD
Licence
GFA Capital markets Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
ASIC
Licence status
Active
Platforms
GFA Trading Platform
Max. leverage
1:30
Instruments
Forex, metals
Typical spread
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Operating
Est. 2019
Entity
GFA Capital Markets LTD
Website
Unknown
GFA Capital markets is a forex & CFD broker based in Australia, established in 2019. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 7.3 out of 10, which we rate as Good — above the 5.3/10 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. Solid, well-regulated profile suitable for most traders.
Crucially, GFA Capital markets is regulated by ASIC, including at least one tier-1 regulator. Tier-1 regulation is the strongest sign of legitimacy: it normally requires segregated client funds, regular audits and access to a compensation scheme if the broker fails — meaningful protection for your money.
GFA Capital markets provides access to forex, metals. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:30. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, GFA Capital markets looks like a credible option — but always verify the licence yourself and start with a small amount.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?
Weighted total
8.59
Data completeness
7 of 10 facts verified
70% ×0.85
Trust Score
7.3 / 10
Trust Score history
GFA Capital markets currently scores 7.3/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Regulated by a tier-1 authority
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
Offshore (tier-3) regulators typically have lower capital requirements and no compensation scheme. Funds may not be protected if the broker fails.
Trading conditions
| Instruments | forex, metals |
| Minimum deposit | Not disclosed |
| Maximum leverage | 1:30 |
| Typical spread | / |
| Platforms | GFA Trading Platform |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on GFA Capital markets
Our analysis · editorial
7.3/10
Tier-1 regulated, solid profile
GFA Capital markets holds a tier-1 regulatory licence (ASIC). Based in Australia, it has been operating for about 7 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 7.3/10 — a reasonable profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (ASIC)
- Operating for 7 years
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports GFA Trading Platform trading
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: A reasonable option, but confirm the entity you open an account with is the regulated one.
This is Trust Broker Hub's data-driven editorial assessment — not a user review. It is generated automatically from regulation, licensing, company age and complaint records, and updates as those change.
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Complaints & alerts
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Full specifications
Regulated region
Australia
Operating period
5-10 years
Instruments
forex, metals
Year founded
2019
Frequently asked
Is GFA Capital markets a safe broker?
GFA Capital markets scores 7.3 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 5.3 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record with us. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the GFA Capital markets trust score calculated?
The score weighs five factors: regulation tier, transparency of disclosures, operating footprint, user sentiment, and complaint history. Each is scored out of 10 and combined into the overall figure shown at the top. Read our methodology.
What does "offshore regulated" mean?
It means the broker's licence comes from a jurisdiction with lighter requirements than tier-1 regulators like the FCA or ASIC. There's usually no compensation scheme, so recovering funds can be difficult if the broker fails.
Can I withdraw funds easily from GFA Capital markets?
GFA Capital markets publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.