CMC Markets
Publicly listed, deep instrument range ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.2
Publicly traded (LSE: CMCX), long track record since 1989, broad CFD and forex range.
CMC Markets vs IG
A side-by-side look at CMC Markets and IG — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.
IG
Global #1 by trust score ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.5
Ranked #1 overall by ForexBrokers.com for 8 years running; Tier-1 regulated in 8 jurisdictions. No partner relationship yet — affiliate terms need checking before promoting.
Quick verdict
IG scores higher overall (4.5 vs 4.2), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.
CMC Markets is the stronger fit for wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform, while IG is built more around long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust.
Regulation: CMC Markets — FCA, ASIC and more. IG — FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.
Minimum deposit: CMC Markets — No minimum. IG — No minimum (varies by country).
Side by side
CMC MarketsIG
Best forWide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platformLong track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust
PlatformsNext Generation, MT4IG platform, MT4, ProRealTime
RegulationFCA, ASIC and moreFCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators
Minimum depositNo minimumNo minimum (varies by country)
CMC Markets strengths
- Publicly traded since 1989
- Very wide instrument range
- Advanced charting
IG strengths
- Highest trust score in the industry
- 8 Tier-1 regulators
- Founded 1974
Which one should you pick?
Pick CMC Markets if you're mainly after wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform. It stands out for publicly traded since 1989 and very wide instrument range.
Pick IG if you're mainly after long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust. It stands out for highest trust score in the industry and 8 Tier-1 regulators.
Common questions
CMC Markets vs IG FAQ
Is CMC Markets better than IG?
IG scores higher in our rating (4.5 vs 4.2), but CMC Markets may still be the better fit if you specifically need wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform.
What's the difference in regulation between CMC Markets and IG?
CMC Markets: FCA, ASIC and more. IG: FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.