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OVERVIEW
About HF MARKETS
Founded in 2010, HF Markets (formerly HotForex) is a global multi-asset broker serving clients in 180+ countries. Headquartered in Cyprus, HFM operates under strong regulatory licenses including FCA, CySEC, FSCA, and DFSA. The broker offers forex, commodities, indices, shares, ETFs, and crypto on MT4, MT5, WebTrader, and its HFM app. Known for low spreads, flexible leverage up to 1:2000, and negative balance protection, HFM also provides rich educational resources and market insights. Over the years, it has earned numerous international awards for reliability and innovation.
Company Information​
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HF Markets (HFM) is a trusted broker recognized for:
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Serving millions of traders across 180+ countries
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Multi-regulatory oversight (FCA, CySEC, FSCA, DFSA, FSA Seychelles, CMA Kenya) with strong client fund protection (segregation & negative balance protection)
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ECN/NDD model with ultra-low spreads and transparent trading fees
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Leverage up to 1:2000 (depending on region and asset type)
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Multiple account types including Cent, Premium, Zero, Pro, and Pro Plus
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Access to MT4, MT5, WebTrader, and HFM app with advanced tools and analytics
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Wide range of payment options with no internal deposit/withdrawal charges
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Strong emphasis on trader education, webinars, research, and daily market analysis
Regulators
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FCA (UK) – HF Markets (UK) Ltd is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority
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CySEC (Cyprus) – HF Markets (Europe) Ltd regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission
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FSCA (South Africa) – HF Markets SA (PTY) Ltd regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority
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DFSA (Dubai) – HF Markets Ltd authorized by the Dubai Financial Services Authority
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FSA (Seychelles) – HF Markets (Seychelles) Ltd regulated by the Financial Services Authority
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CMA (Kenya) – HFM Investments Ltd authorized by the Capital Markets Authority
Tradable Assets
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Forex (45+ pairs)
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Indices (global markets including US, Europe, Asia)
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Commodities (gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, agriculture)
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Shares (hundreds of international stocks)
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ETFs
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Cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH, LTC, and others)
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CFDs across multiple asset classes
Fees & Commissions​
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Spreads:
From ~0.6 pips (Premium/Pro), 0.0 pips (Zero Spread accounts) -
Commissions:
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Standard/Premium: None
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Zero Spread: From $3 per side per lot (majors)
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Additional Perks:
No deposit or withdrawal fees (except some crypto methods), inactivity fee of $5–$10/month after prolonged inactivity
Terms
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Account Types: Cent, Premium, Zero Spread, Pro, Pro Plus
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Minimum Deposit: From $5 (Cent/Premium), higher for Pro accounts
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Leverage: Up to 1:2000 (varies by account, instrument, and regulation)
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Execution Model: True ECN/NDD with fast market execution
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Negative Balance Protection: Ensures losses cannot exceed deposits
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Funding: Wide range of deposit/withdrawal methods, no internal fees
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Inactivity Fee: Around $5–$10/month after inactivity period
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Additional Perks: Swap-free options available for Muslim clients, copy trading via HFM app





