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Platforms & AccountsJul 18, 20264 min read

MM vs STP vs ECN: What Is the Real Difference?

Understand Market Maker, STP and ECN execution model labels, what they can mean in practice, and why traders should compare real account conditions.

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MT4MT5Standard AccountRaw AccountECNSTPMarket Maker (MM)

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