XM
🔥Most PopularXM (XM Group) Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Cyprus, XM Group stands as one of the world's premier forex and CFD brokers. With a client base of over 15 million traders across 190+ countries and multiple top-tier regulatory licenses including CySEC and ASIC, XM offers access to 1,400+ trading instruments across MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Renowned for tight spreads, flexible leverage, and an exceptional suite of educational resources, XM remains a trusted destination for investors worldwide.
Trading Cost Overview
| Instrument | Spread Cost | Swap Long | Swap Short | Rebate | Net Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAUUSD | $26/lot | 0 | 0 | $8.1/lot | $17.90/lot |
| EURUSD | $20/lot | 0 | 0 | $3.6/lot | $16.40/lot |
| GBPUSD | $24/lot | 0 | 0 | $3.6/lot | $20.40/lot |
| USDJPY | $25/lot | 0 | 0 | $2.7/lot | $22.30/lot |
Account Types
| Account Type | Min Deposit | Base Currency | Leverage | Commission | Swap Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 50 | USD, EUR | 1:1000 | 0 | Swap-free available |
| Micro | 50 | USD, EUR | 1:1000 | 0 | Swap-free available |
| Ultra Low | 50 | USD, EUR | 1:1000 | 0 | Swap-free available |
Execution Details
Max Leverage
1:1000
Margin Call / Stop-out
100% / 50%
Execution Type
Market / Instant
Trading Hours (Server Time GMT+0)
Platforms
Markets
Rebate Details
| Account | Instrument | Rebate | Auto Rebate | Rebate Cycle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | XAUUSD | $8.1/lot | Yes | Daily |
| Standard | EURUSD | $3.6/lot | Yes | Daily |
| Standard | GBPUSD | $3.6/lot | Yes | Daily |
| Standard | USDJPY | $2.7/lot | Yes | Daily |
Regulation & Safety
| Regulator | Entity | License ID | Jurisdiction | Protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAFIN | XM | N/A | Germany | Segregated accounts |
| CySEC | XM Cyprus | N/A | Cyprus | €20,000 ICF |
| FSC | XM Global | 8557558 | Belize / International | Segregated accounts |
| FSA | XM | SD90 | Seychelles | Segregated accounts |
XM score-based review
XM currently scores 7.9/10 on Cloud Speed. The strongest signal is Transparency, while Tools is the area traders should review more carefully before opening an account.
Strongest signals
Transparency scores 10.0/10, which is one of the stronger parts of the XM profile.
Regulation scores 8.0/10, which is one of the stronger parts of the XM profile.
What to verify
Tools scores 7.0/10, so traders should confirm the latest broker terms instead of relying on one headline metric.
Risk model scores 7.5/10, so traders should confirm the latest broker terms instead of relying on one headline metric.
Who it may fit
XM is most useful to compare when you care about XAUUSD net cost ($17.9/lot), platform support (MT4, MT5, Tradingview, Copytrading), minimum deposit (50), and automatic rebate handling.
Opening checklist
- Confirm the account entity and regulation references: BAFIN, CySEC, FSC, FSA.
- Check whether your country, account type, and platform qualify for the displayed rebate.
- Confirm deposit, withdrawal, leverage, stop-out, and rebate payout terms before funding.
XM trading cost and rebate notes
XM is listed with XAUUSD cost data showing $26/lot spread cost, $8.1/lot rebate, and an estimated $17.9/lot net cost. These figures help traders compare the practical cost after rebates instead of looking at spread or rebate in isolation.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Tradingview, Copytrading and covers markets such as XAUUSD, EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY. Traders should first confirm that the broker supports the platform, account type, and instrument they actually plan to trade.
XM regulation references include BAFIN, CySEC, FSC, FSA. Regulation, licensed entity, regional eligibility, funding rules, and withdrawal terms should all be reviewed before opening an account.
Frequently asked questions
Rating Breakdown
XM
Up to $8.10/lot rebate