FSA — Australia
ZX Capital Markets Ltd
Offshore Regulation · No. SD214
ZXCM Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
FSA · No. SD214
Licence status
Offshore Regulation
Platforms
MT5
Max. leverage
1:500
Instruments
Forex, Metals, Commodities, Indices
Typical spread
From 0.0 pips
Operating
Est. 2009
Main market
MY
Entity
ZX Capital Markets Ltd
Website
Unknown
ZXCM is a forex & CFD broker based in Seychelles, established in 2009. 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, ZXCM is regulated by FSA, 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.
ZXCM provides access to Forex, Metals, Commodities, Indices. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:500. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, ZXCM has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
ZXCM 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, Metals, Commodities, Indices, and Futures |
| Minimum deposit | Not disclosed |
| Maximum leverage | 1:500 |
| Typical spread | From 0.0 pips |
| Platforms | MT5 |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on ZXCM
Our analysis · editorial
5.6/10
A mixed risk profile
ZXCM holds a tier-1 regulatory licence (FSA). Based in Seychelles, it has been operating for about 17 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 (FSA)
- Long 17-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports MT5 trading
Watch-outs
- Very high leverage available (1:500) — 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
Seychelles
Operating period
2-5 years
Main market
MY
Licensed entity
ZX Capital Markets Ltd
License status
Offshore Regulation
Instruments
Forex, Metals, Commodities, Indices, and Futures
Year founded
2009
Frequently asked
Is ZXCM a safe broker?
ZXCM 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 ZXCM 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 ZXCM?
ZXCM publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.