Regulation & Safety · 2026

Pepperstone Regulation & Safety 2026

All regulators, license numbers, compensation schemes, and regulatory history for Pepperstone 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, Pepperstone is fully regulated. It holds 4 active licenses from BaFin, CySEC, FCA, ASIC. Compensation scheme: ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) up to EUR 20,000. Regulation score: 9.5/10.

All Regulators & License Numbers

Pepperstone's regulatory framework as of April 2026.

BaFin

Jurisdiction: Germany

License No. 151148

CySEC

Jurisdiction: Cyprus

License No. 388/20

FCA

Jurisdiction: UK

License No. 684312

ASIC

Jurisdiction: Australia

License No. 414530

Compensation Scheme

ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) 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

Pepperstone was founded in 2010 and has been operating for approximately 16 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 Pepperstone from BaFin, CySEC, 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 Pepperstone regulated?

Yes, Pepperstone is regulated by 4 authorities: BaFin (Germany, License 151148); CySEC (Cyprus, License 388/20); FCA (UK, License 684312); ASIC (Australia, License 414530). Pepperstone is fully ESMA-compliant for EU clients.

What is Pepperstone's license number?

Pepperstone holds the following licenses: BaFin license 151148, CySEC license 388/20, FCA license 684312, ASIC license 414530. You can verify each license directly on the respective regulator's public register.

Is Pepperstone covered by an investor compensation scheme?

Yes. Pepperstone participates in the ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) 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 Pepperstone been fined or sanctioned?

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

Does Pepperstone have top-tier regulation?

Yes, Pepperstone 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 Pepperstone been operating?

Pepperstone was founded in 2010 and has been operating for approximately 16 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.