Broker transparency: what have you actually checked?
Transparency is checkable: who owns the broker, which entity holds your account, where client money sits, who the auditor is. The checks are rarely done and always revealing.
What did you find?
- the ownership or entity details you uncovered
- anything that surprised you
- how it changed your decision
The offshore vs top-tier guide explains why these details matter.
Background: Offshore brokers vs top-tier regulation: what changes for you
Many well-known brands open accounts for clients in some countries through offshore companies. What you gain in leverage and what you give up in protection.
Is an offshore broker illegal?
Not in itself. But an offshore company offers fewer protections than one regulated by a top-tier authority, and some firms solicit clients in countries where they aren't authorised to operate.
Why do offshore brokers offer 500:1 leverage?
Offshore regulators don't impose the retail leverage limits used in the EU, UK, Australia and the US. Higher leverage increases both potential gains and losses.
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