FSPR — Australia
HC HOLDINGS GROUP LIMITED
Licence
HCFX Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
FSPR • NFA
Licence status
Active
Platforms
MT5
Min. deposit
$20
Max. leverage
1:1000
Instruments
Forex, metals, crypto, indices
Typical spread
Starting from 1.5 pips
Operating
Est. 2006
Entity
HC HOLDINGS GROUP LIMITED
Website
Unknown
HCFX is a forex & CFD broker based in United Kingdom, established in 2006. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 6.1 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
Crucially, HCFX is regulated by FSPR and NFA, 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.
HCFX provides access to Forex, metals, crypto, indices. Published conditions include a minimum deposit of $20 and leverage up to 1:1000. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, HCFX has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
HCFX currently scores 6.1/10. 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 3 · Offshore
Verified
NFA — United States
HC HOLDINGS GROUP LIMITED
Licence
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, crypto, indices, commodities, shares and cryptocurrencies |
| Minimum deposit | $20 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:1000 |
| Typical spread | Starting from 1.5 pips |
| Platforms | MT5 |
| Demo account | Yes |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on HCFX
Our analysis · editorial
6.1/10
A mixed risk profile
HCFX holds a tier-1 regulatory licence among its 2 registrations (FSPR, NFA). Based in United Kingdom, it has been operating for about 20 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 6.1/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (FSPR, NFA)
- Holds 2 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
- Long 20-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports MT5 trading
- Accessible minimum deposit ($20)
Watch-outs
- Very high leverage available (1:1000) — amplifies risk
Bottom line: Proceed with caution: start with a small deposit and test a withdrawal early.
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
No complaints or regulator warnings on record
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Full specifications
Regulated region
United Kingdom
Operating period
5-10 years
Instruments
Forex, metals, crypto, indices, commodities, shares and cryptocurrencies
Year founded
2006
Frequently asked
Is HCFX a safe broker?
HCFX scores 6.1 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the HCFX 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 HCFX?
HCFX publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.