ASIC — Australia
KOHLE CAPITAL MARKETS PTY LTD
Regulated · No. 489437
KCM Trade Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
ASIC · No. 489437
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
MT5
Max. leverage
1:400
Instruments
Forex, Precious Metals, Energy CFDs, Indices
Typical spread
1.2 pips ( MT5 Low Spread Account)
Operating
Est. 2016
Main market
HK
Entity
KOHLE CAPITAL MARKETS PTY LTD
Website
Unknown
KCM Trade is a forex & CFD broker based in Australia, established in 2016. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 5.6 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
Crucially, KCM Trade 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.
KCM Trade provides access to Forex, Precious Metals, Energy CFDs, Indices. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:400. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, KCM Trade has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
KCM Trade currently scores 5.6/10. 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, Precious Metals, Energy CFDs, Indices, Stock CFDS (Shares) |
| Minimum deposit | Not disclosed |
| Maximum leverage | 1:400 |
| Typical spread | 1.2 pips ( MT5 Low Spread Account) |
| Platforms | MT5 |
| Demo account | Available |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on KCM Trade
Our analysis · editorial
5.6/10
A mixed risk profile
KCM Trade holds a tier-1 regulatory licence (ASIC). Based in Australia, it has been operating for about 10 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 5.6/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (ASIC)
- Long 10-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports MT5 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
Australia
Operating period
5-10 years
Main market
HK
Licensed entity
KOHLE CAPITAL MARKETS PTY LTD
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Forex, Precious Metals, Energy CFDs, Indices, Stock CFDS (Shares)
Year founded
2016
Frequently asked
Is KCM Trade a safe broker?
KCM Trade scores 5.6 / 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 KCM Trade 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 KCM Trade?
KCM Trade publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.