CYSEC — Cyprus
INITIAL MERIT SECURE LTD
Regulated · No. 229/14
IMS Markets Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-2 regulated
Licence
CYSEC · No. 229/14
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
Bloomberg
Max. leverage
1:30
Instruments
Fixed income securities, including Agency, GSE Bonds, Corporate Bonds
Typical spread
2 pips (Classic account)
Operating
Est. 2019
Entity
INITIAL MERIT SECURE LTD
Website
Unknown
IMS Markets is a forex & CFD broker based in Cyprus, established in 2019. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 4.6 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
IMS Markets's licence comes from an offshore jurisdiction (CYSEC). Offshore regulation is far lighter than tier-1 oversight from bodies like the FCA (UK) or ASIC (Australia): there is usually no compensation scheme, and recovering funds can be difficult if the broker runs into trouble. Treat it with extra caution and verify the licence on the regulator's own register.
IMS Markets provides access to Fixed income securities, including Agency, GSE Bonds, Corporate Bonds. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:30. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, IMS Markets has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
IMS Markets currently scores 4.6/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Holds a CYSEC licence
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Offshore-only regulation with weaker investor protection
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 2 · Mid
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 | Fixed income securities, including Agency, GSE Bonds, Corporate Bonds, Fixed-Rate Capital Securities, Structured Products, and Asset-Backed Securities |
| Minimum deposit | Not disclosed |
| Maximum leverage | 1:30 |
| Typical spread | 2 pips (Classic account) |
| Platforms | Bloomberg |
| Demo account | ❌ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on IMS Markets
Our analysis · editorial
4.6/10
A mixed risk profile
IMS Markets is regulated under a mid-tier authority (CYSEC). Based in Cyprus, 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 4.6/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Holds a recognised mid-tier licence (CYSEC)
- Operating for 7 years
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports Bloomberg trading
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
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
Cyprus
Operating period
10-15 years
Licensed entity
INITIAL MERIT SECURE LTD
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Fixed income securities, including Agency, GSE Bonds, Corporate Bonds, Fixed-Rate Capital Securities, Structured Products, and Asset-Backed Securities
Year founded
2019
Frequently asked
Is IMS Markets a safe broker?
IMS Markets scores 4.6 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It is only offshore-regulated, which means weaker protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the IMS 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 IMS Markets?
IMS Markets publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.