AAATrade

Overview

AAATrade is a Cyprus-based forex and CFD broker founded in 2013, serving retail and institutional traders with access to global markets through an STP execution model.

Regulation and Fund Protection

AAATrade is regulated by Cyprus' CySEC and operates under the EU's MiFID II directive. It also holds registrations with Germany's BaFin, the UK's FCA, and Spain's CNMV.

Client funds are held in segregated accounts at Swiss banks, separate from the company's own capital, and are covered by the Investor Compensation Fund (ICF) in the event of insolvency. The broker also provides negative balance protection.

Leverage and Account Types

Under ESMA rules, retail leverage is capped at 1:30 for major currency pairs, 1:20 for minor pairs, and 1:10 for commodities. Clients who qualify as professional traders can access leverage up to 1:200.

AAATrade offers a standard CFD account plus a separate CryptoExchange account built specifically for cryptocurrency trading.

Instruments and Platforms

The broker lists over 1,000 CFD instruments, spanning forex, stocks, indices, bonds, futures, ETFs, metals, and more than 50 cryptocurrencies. Trading runs on MT5, including MT5 WebTrader and mobile apps, alongside the dedicated CryptoExchange platform.

Fees and Commissions

Standard accounts trade on the spread alone, with no separate commission. Professional accounts get raw spreads plus a $4 commission per lot.

Funding and Withdrawals

Deposits and withdrawals are supported via bank transfer, credit/debit cards, crypto wallets, and e-wallets including QIWI, Neteller, FasaPay, Skrill, and UnionPay. Withdrawals are processed within one business day at no extra charge.

The minimum deposit is $500. Deposits of $25,000 or more unlock a personal account manager and individual training.

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