MFSA — Malta
HOGG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS LIMITED
Regulated · No. C 18954
tier1fx Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-2 regulated
Licence
MFSA · No. C 18954
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
T1FX MT4 & JForex(Android, iPhone, iPad) +2 more
Min. deposit
$1,000
Max. leverage
1:200
Instruments
Forex, Spot Commodities, Spot Precious Metals, CFDs
Typical spread
ultra-low
Operating
Est. 2013
Main market
IT
Entity
HOGG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS LIMITED
Website
Unknown
tier1fx is a forex & CFD broker based in Malta, established in 2013. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 7.1 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.
tier1fx's licence comes from an offshore jurisdiction (MFSA). 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.
tier1fx provides access to Forex, Spot Commodities, Spot Precious Metals, CFDs. Published conditions include a minimum deposit of $1,000 and leverage up to 1:200. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, tier1fx 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
7.90
Data completeness
8 of 10 facts verified
80% ×0.90
Trust Score
7.1 / 10
Trust Score history
tier1fx currently scores 7.1/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Holds a MFSA 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 | Forex, Spot Commodities, Spot Precious Metals, CFDs |
| Minimum deposit | $1,000 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:200 |
| Typical spread | ultra-low |
| Platforms | T1FX MT4 & JForex(Android, iPhone, iPad), FORTEX 6, FIX API |
| Demo account | Not disclosed |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on tier1fx
Our analysis · editorial
7.1/10
Solid profile, with some caveats
tier1fx is regulated under a mid-tier authority (MFSA). Based in Malta, it has been operating for about 13 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 7.1/10 — a reasonable profile.
Strengths
- Holds a recognised mid-tier licence (MFSA)
- Long 13-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports T1FX MT4 & JForex(Android & iPhone trading
- Accessible minimum deposit ($1,000)
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
No complaints or regulator warnings on record
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Full specifications
Regulated region
Malta
Operating period
20+ years
Main market
IT
Licensed entity
HOGG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS LIMITED
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Forex, Spot Commodities, Spot Precious Metals, CFDs
Year founded
2013
Frequently asked
Is tier1fx a safe broker?
tier1fx scores 7.1 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 5.3 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. It is only offshore-regulated, which means weaker protection. It has no complaints on record with us. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the tier1fx 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 tier1fx?
tier1fx publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.