Hantec Markets Review
Forex and CFD traders using MT4 or MT5
Why investors choose this broker
- Hantec Global account is described as zero-commission trading
- Hantec Pro account is described as tight spreads and low commissions
- Free Balance Guard negative balance protection is available
- Hantec Social gives access to copy trading
Review summary
Hantec Markets offers forex and CFD trading with MT4, MT5, Hantec Web Trader, mobile trading and copy trading through Hantec Social.
Pros
- Hantec Global account is described as zero-commission trading
- Hantec Pro account is described as tight spreads and low commissions
- Free Balance Guard negative balance protection is available
- Hantec Social gives access to copy trading
- Hantec Demo account supports trading in a virtual environment
- Hantec Cent account supports micro-lot trading
Cons
- Stock exposure is presented as Stock CFDs
- Cryptocurrency exposure is presented as Cryptocurrency CFDs
- No association with third-party Expert Advisors or automated trading tools
Company background
Hantec Markets is a forex and CFD broker. Its website presents markets across forex CFDs, metal CFDs, index CFDs, commodity CFDs, stock CFDs and cryptocurrency CFDs. The broker also presents copy trading through Hantec Social and account types including Hantec Global, Hantec Pro, Hantec Cent and Hantec Demo.
Hantec Markets is a trading name of Hantec Group. The website is owned and operated by Hantec Markets Holdings Limited, which is described as the holding company of Hantec Markets Limited and Hantec Markets Ltd.
Fees and pricing
The visible pricing information is limited. The Hantec Global account is described as zero-commission trading. The Hantec Pro account is described as offering tight spreads and low commissions. Hantec Balance Guard is described as free negative balance protection.
Regulation and safety
Hantec Markets Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK under FRN 502635. Hantec Markets Ltd. is authorised and regulated as an Investment Dealer by The Financial Services Commission of Mauritius under license C114013940.
The legal section also says that Hantec Markets Ltd does not develop, promote, distribute, partner with, endorse or otherwise associate itself with third-party Expert Advisors, algorithmic trading systems or automated trading software.
Platform experience
The platform list includes Hantec Mobile trading app, Hantec Social, MT4, MT5, Client portal and Hantec Web Trader. MT4 is described as popular for forex trading, while MT5 is presented as having advanced trading features. Hantec Social is presented as copy trading, and the Client portal is used to manage trading.
Pros and cons
The main strengths are the zero-commission description for the Hantec Global account, the availability of MT4 and MT5, copy trading through Hantec Social, a demo account for virtual trading and free Balance Guard negative balance protection. The limitations are mostly about product structure and restrictions: the named markets are CFDs, stock and crypto exposure are presented as CFDs, and third-party automated trading tools are not endorsed by Hantec Markets Ltd.
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Trading fees & commissions
The Hantec Global account is described as zero-commission trading. The Hantec Pro account is described as offering tight spreads and low commissions, and Hantec Balance Guard is described as free negative balance protection.
Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Balance Guard | Free negative balance protection |
| Hantec Pro Account | Tight spreads and low commissions |
| Hantec Global Account | Zero-commission trading |
Trading platform & features
Platforms
- Hantec Mobile trading app
- Hantec Social
- MT4
- MT5
- Client portal
- Hantec Web Trader
Regulation and investor protection
Hantec Markets Limited is authorised and regulated by the FCA in the UK. Hantec Markets Ltd. is authorised and regulated as an Investment Dealer by The Financial Services Commission of Mauritius.
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Bottom line
Hantec Markets suits forex and CFD traders who want MT4, MT5, web, mobile and copy trading options. It is less suitable for users who do not want CFD products.
Hantec Markets
Forex and CFD traders using MT4 or MT5
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