It feels like they are going downhill, IC Markets used to be one of the best brokers that are honest and care about traders. Now they are just like any other brokers out there. I just deposited some funds in my account and quite a lot too, around $5000. Then I got busy with real-life things and I didn't even touch my account. Recently I got some time to check my account, I was so surprised to see that I have lost some money (around $900 or so). How can that even be possible when I'm not even opening any positions? Although have spoken to support they do not seem like they want to help me to even restore my funds to allow me to trade. For now, I'll give them 2 stars, but once my funds have been restored I will change it back depending on the service, I am still mad tho.

The first time I withdraw my money from IC Markets, I was using Bank wire they said I should do it through Visa because they said it will be a faster and better method for me. But, when I did it next, I uses Visa since they suggested it. But it took so long for the money to arrive, so I complained and they said I should just do it through bank wire since it's faster. Honestly got no problem doing any method, but they make me wait 2-3 days every time we go back and forth. It's just wasting my time.

I notice that a lot of people having some troubles with withdrawal. So, I would recommend using Skrill, I have tried most of their available withdrawing options and so far Skrill has been the best one. It's quick and more affordable. Your withdrawal request will be processed on the same day. It's also very quick and easy, so I definitely recommended this. IC Markets is regulated by ASIC and FCA so they are trusted.

I have to be honest, it is now pretty scary trading with them. I keep experiencing slippage here, and in a great number too. It's really not normal in my opinion. The worst part is when you contact their support, you get a robot response that claims 4 SL slippage to be normal. I have my fair share of trading with another broker, so I know for sure that this is not normal! It's very frustrating that the customer service operator didn't do anything to help my problem.

Back in March, they told me that they couldn't process my withdrawal request because of 'technical reasons'. I don't understand what that means but I said that I want to know when it will be fixed and when will I get my money. They said they will update me on that as soon as they have fixed it. Here I am 3 months later, with no update and no money. I already contacted them several times before and their answer is still the same, they will fix it and they will update me. How long do I have to wait??

Sometimes the connections to the demo accounts were severed and it's really annoying. I mostly trying out new strategies and methods here, so it's really a huge matter for me. It's sometimes happened to the live accounts as well and I won't be able to log in anytime soon, this usually leads me to losses. I hate it when I'm losing trades because of technical issues. I wish you can fix this IC Markets.

I placed a stop loss of 12 pips from my entry point, but a news event blew my account even when I had a stop loss included. I originally blamed the broker, so I contacted their customer service support, they explained very carefully what actually happened. Apparently, sometimes stop placement doesn't hold when the price moves too fast during times like news releases. I'd like to encourage other traders to learn from these mistakes and study more about the market. Also, I'm very pleased by how the support team handled the problems.

IC market did a nice job in terms of quick and many methods for deposits and withdrawals. In terms of trading for me is the most honest broker I've been known, respecting Stops and profits and real prices with no manipulation. I have been here for 2 years and never had any issues. Client service is top, spreads is super minimum which is good for scalpers. The only negative point is the commission. But other than that, 100% recommended.

I'd like to think that I have a great relationship with IC Markets, they have outstanding customer service. They are always ready ti answer every single question I ever have or have had and give me the best solutions to my problems. I would recommend IC Markets for new traders because of this alone.

So, I recently joined a trading contest from Exness. While I didn't win, I managed to get into the grand final which is a great achievement for me. I was stuffed with all sorts of goodies I was very happy. Since then I decided to try trading with Exness. So far they have been a real champ, they have tight spreads, no deposit bonuses every year, a minimum deposit of $1. I notice they also have regular trading contests with amazing prizes to be won, no deposit charges. I think I'll try again soon and see how far I can go this time.