GKFX
- Trust score
- 5/10
- Legal simplicity
- 5/10
- Min. deposit
- 200
- Payment systems
Features
- Seminars and trader training
- Daily market analysis
- Islamic accounts
- Segregated accounts
- ECN accounts
- Scalping allowed
- Affiliate program
- Wide range of trading instruments
Pros
- No standout advantages identified in available reviews
Cons
- No specific drawbacks identified in available reviews
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GKFX, operating as AKFX Financial Services Ltd, has traded in forex and CFD markets since 2010 and joined the Global Kapital Group in 2018. It is regulated across five entities: the FCA (UK), BaFin (Germany), CNMV (Spain), MFSA (Malta), and BVIFSC (British Virgin Islands), with EU entities capped at 1:30 leverage and the BVI entity offering up to 1:1000. The broker runs MT4 and MT5 with a Standard and a Premium account tier, and a $200 minimum deposit.
GKFX is a multi-jurisdiction regulated forex and CFD broker offering Islamic and segregated accounts, scalping-friendly trading, and a wide range of instruments on MT4/MT5.
GKFX is a forex and CFD broker operating as AKFX Financial Services Ltd, founded in 2010 and part of the Global Kapital Group since 2018. It holds licenses in five jurisdictions and offers MT4/MT5 trading with a $200 minimum deposit.
Regulation and Fund Protection
GKFX operates through five regulated entities, each licensed in its home jurisdiction:
- GKFX UK — regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
- GKFX DE — regulated by BaFin in Germany.
- GKFX ES — regulated by the CNMV in Spain.
- GKFX MT — regulated by the MFSA in Malta.
- GKFX BVI — regulated by the BVIFSC in the British Virgin Islands.
Client funds are held separately from company capital in line with MiFID II and each regulator's local rules. European clients are covered by investor compensation protection of up to 20,000 euros if the company becomes insolvent.
Awards
GKFX has received industry recognition, including the Shares Awards' "Best Trading Education" award in 2018 and the UK Forex Awards' "Best Customer Service in the Forex Market" award in 2016.
Leverage and Trading Conditions
EU-regulated GKFX entities cap leverage at 1:30 on major currency pairs under ESMA rules. The offshore GKFX BVI entity is not bound by this limit and offers leverage up to 1:1000.
Account Types
- Standard account — aimed at novice traders, minimum deposit 200 euros, average spread 0.6 points, no commission.
- Premium account — aimed at experienced traders, minimum deposit 25,000 euros, spread from 0.1 points, commission of 6 euros per lot.
Exact account conditions can vary by the jurisdiction under which the account is opened.
Trading Platforms
GKFX offers MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, available as desktop downloads, in-browser web terminals, and mobile apps.
Tradable Instruments
- Over 40 currency pairs
- Popular cryptocurrencies
- CFDs on more than 300 stocks
- Major stock indices
- Precious metals
- Commodities including oil, coffee, and cocoa
Minimum Deposit and Funding
The minimum deposit is $200. Accounts can be funded by bank transfer, payment card, or e-wallets including Skrill and Neteller.
Broker Details
| Founded | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom |
| Regulation | FCA, BaFin, CNMV, MFSA, BVIFSC |
| Trading platforms | MT4, MT5 |
| EUR/USD spread | From 0.6 pips |
| Minimum deposit | $200 |
| Base currencies | USD, GBP, EUR |
| Maximum leverage | 1:1000 (BVI entity) |
| Assets | Currency pairs, metals, indices, stocks |
| Deposit/withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa/Mastercard, Skrill, Neteller |
| Islamic accounts | Available |
| Segregated accounts | Yes |
| PAMM accounts | Not available |
| Scalping | Allowed |
| VPS | Available |
| Support | 24/5 |
Bottom Line
GKFX combines multi-jurisdiction regulation with a straightforward two-tier account structure, MT4/MT5 access, and a broad instrument range spanning forex, metals, indices, stocks, and commodities. Traders outside the EU can access higher leverage through the BVI entity, while EU clients trade under standard ESMA limits.
