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Best high-leverage forex brokers

High leverage amplifies both gains and losses. The brokers below offer the highest leverage available (through their non-UK entities), ranked by maximum leverage. Use it with strict risk management — most retail accounts lose money.

1
Ex
Exness CySEC, FSCA, FSA
Max leverageUp to 1:2000
4.6
2
FX
FXTM FSC, FSCA, CMA
Max leverageUp to 1:2000
4.4
3
HF
HFM FCA, CySEC, DFSA, FSCA
Max leverageUp to 1:2000
4.2
4
XM
XM Group ASIC, CySEC, DFSA
Max leverageUp to 1:1000
4.0
5
IC
IC Markets ASIC, CySEC, FSA
Max leverageUp to 1:500
4.9
6
Pe
Pepperstone FCA, ASIC, CySEC
Max leverageUp to 1:500
4.8

Ranked by the SpreadScout Score from hands-on testing on funded accounts. We may earn a commission — it never affects the ranking. 74–89% of retail CFD accounts lose money.

High-leverage brokers — frequently asked

What is the highest leverage available?
Some brokers here offer up to 1:2000 through their offshore entities. Note that FCA/ASIC-regulated entities cap retail leverage at 1:30.
Is high leverage dangerous?
Yes. Higher leverage means a smaller adverse move can wipe your account. Between 74–89% of retail CFD accounts lose money. Never trade at maximum leverage without a stop-loss.

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