Valutrades review
Valutrades is a UK-headquartered CFD and forex broker with roughly fifteen years of operating history (independent sources differ on the exact founding year, citing either 2008 or 2013), regulated by the FCA in the UK with a separate FSA-regulated Seychelles entity for other markets. It offers forex, commodities and a broad roster of around 2,100 shares via MetaTrader 4/5, spread betting and share dealing, with account tiers ranging from a no-minimum entry account up to an institutional VIP tier. Negative balance protection is offered, but hedging is not permitted. The main caveat is that independent reviews report mixed execution quality on some accounts, including slippage and re-quotes.
Valutrades key facts
- Website: valutrades.com
- Category: CFD / forex broker
- Headquarters: United Kingdom
- Regulation: FCA (UK, 586541), FSA Seychelles (SD028)
- Platforms: MT4, MT5, web & mobile
- Instruments: 146+ assets incl. ~2,100 stocks
- Min deposit: From $0 on entry accounts
- Users: 50,000+ (broker-reported)
- FYI Score: 73.7/100 (ranked #100 of the 136 CFD brokers we track)
Regulation & licences
- FCA-regulated in the UK (licence 586541) for its core entity, with client funds reported as held in segregated accounts and covered by the FSCS.
- A separate FSA-regulated Seychelles entity (SD028) serves other markets — protections differ from the FCA entity.
Spreads & fees
- No minimum deposit on entry-level accounts; a separate institutional VIP tier requires a much larger deposit.
- No deposit or withdrawal fees; CFD commissions apply on relevant accounts, and currency conversion fees may apply on non-base-currency trades.
- An inactivity fee is charged on dormant accounts.
Platforms & tools
- MetaTrader 4 and 5 on web and mobile.
- Supports scalping and offers negative balance protection, though hedging is not permitted.
Markets & instruments
- 146+ tradable assets including 80+ forex pairs, 34 commodities, and roughly 2,100 stocks available via CFDs, spread betting or share dealing.
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Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5
Who Valutrades is for
Suits a cost-conscious trader who wants FCA regulation, no minimum deposit, and broad share CFD access, and who doesn't need to hedge positions; less suited to traders who rely on hedging as part of their strategy.
Pros
- FCA-regulated core entity with a long operating history
- No minimum deposit requirement on entry accounts
- Broad stock coverage (~2,100 shares) alongside forex and commodities
- Negative balance protection and scalping allowed
Cons
- Hedging is not permitted on Valutrades accounts
- Inactivity fees apply to dormant accounts
- Independent sources disagree on the exact founding year and some account-tier details, suggesting the broker's own disclosures should be checked directly
- Some independent reviews report slippage and re-quotes on certain accounts
Valutrades FAQ
Is Valutrades regulated?
Yes, its core entity is FCA-regulated in the UK (licence 586541), and it also runs an FSA-regulated Seychelles entity (SD028) for other markets.
What is the minimum deposit at Valutrades?
Entry-level accounts are reported to have no minimum deposit requirement; a separate institutional VIP tier requires a much larger deposit.
What can I trade with Valutrades?
Over 146 tradable assets including 80+ forex pairs, around 2,100 stocks, and 34 commodities, across CFD, spread betting and share-dealing formats.
Does Valutrades allow hedging?
No, hedging is not permitted on Valutrades trading accounts.
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