Regulation & Safety · 2026

CMC Markets Regulation & Safety 2026

All regulators, license numbers, compensation schemes, and regulatory history for CMC Markets as of April 2026.

ESMA Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Quick Answer

Yes, CMC Markets is fully regulated. It holds 3 active licenses from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. Compensation scheme: ICF up to EUR 20,000. Regulation score: 9.5/10.

All Regulators & License Numbers

CMC Markets's regulatory framework as of April 2026.

BaFin

Jurisdiction: Germany

License No. 154814

FCA

Jurisdiction: UK

License No. 173730

ASIC

Jurisdiction: Australia

License No. 238054

Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

This scheme protects eligible clients in the event of broker insolvency. The ceiling applies per client per firm, and coverage is automatic for all qualifying retail clients.

Years Operating Under Current License

CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and has been operating for approximately 37 years as of April 2026. Long operational history under active regulation is one of the strongest positive signals of broker trustworthiness.

Regulatory History

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, we have identified no material enforcement actions, sanctions, or fines against CMC Markets from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. All licenses remain active. Before opening a live account, we recommend cross-checking the current status of each license directly on the respective regulator's official public register.

Client Protection Summary

Negative Balance Protection

Yes — ESMA-mandated for EU retail clients, guaranteeing accounts cannot go below zero.

Segregated Funds

Yes— Client money held in dedicated accounts separate from the broker's operational capital.

ESMA Compliance

Yes — Subject to EU leverage caps, disclosure obligations, and best execution requirements under MiFID II.

Regulatory Score

9.5 / 10 — Our regulation dimension score, updated quarterly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CMC Markets regulated?

Yes, CMC Markets is regulated by 3 authorities: BaFin (Germany, License 154814); FCA (UK, License 173730); ASIC (Australia, License 238054). CMC Markets is fully ESMA-compliant for EU clients.

What is CMC Markets's license number?

CMC Markets holds the following licenses: BaFin license 154814, FCA license 173730, ASIC license 238054. You can verify each license directly on the respective regulator's public register.

Is CMC Markets covered by an investor compensation scheme?

Yes. CMC Markets participates in the ICF up to EUR 20,000. In the unlikely event of broker insolvency, eligible EU clients are covered for losses arising from broker failure up to the scheme's per-client ceiling.

Has CMC Markets been fined or sanctioned?

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, CMC Markets has no material history of enforcement actions or sanctions from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. All licenses remain active. We recommend checking the current status directly on each regulator's website before opening an account.

Does CMC Markets have top-tier regulation?

Yes, CMC Markets holds at least one top-tier license from: BaFin, FCA, ASIC. Top-tier regulators apply stricter capital, operational, and reporting requirements than second-tier authorities.

How long has CMC Markets been operating?

CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and has been operating for approximately 37 years. Long operational history under active regulation is a positive signal for trust and stability.

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CFD Risk Warning

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.