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Libertex Review

Active CFD traders and stock investors

CySEC BaFin

Founded 1997 · Libertex Group

Why investors choose this broker

  • 0% commission on Libertex Invest stock purchases
  • CFD commissions start from 0.0%
  • Deposits are free
  • PayPal and Skrill withdrawals are free

Review summary

Libertex combines CFD trading across major asset classes with commission-free real stock investing through Libertex Invest.

Pros

  • 0% commission on Libertex Invest stock purchases
  • CFD commissions start from 0.0%
  • Deposits are free
  • PayPal and Skrill withdrawals are free
  • Demo account includes 50,000 Euros
  • MT4 and MT5 support automatic trading
  • Libertex platform minimum trade volume is 20 EUR

Cons

  • Minimum first deposit is 100 EUR
  • Inactivity fee applies after 180 calendar days
  • Neteller withdrawals cost 1%
  • Credit and debit card withdrawals cost 1 EUR
  • Bank wire withdrawals cost 0.5% (min 2 EUR, max 10 EUR)
  • Overnight swaps apply to CFD positions
  • Professional clients waive ICF compensation

Company background

Libertex is an online broker and trading platform used by Indication Investments Ltd. The broker is part of the Libertex Group, which was founded in 1997. Its offering combines CFD trading with a Libertex Invest account for commission-free investments in real stocks, with market spreads applying.

The CFD range covers underlying assets such as commodities, forex, ETFs, cryptocurrencies and others. Libertex also lists stock CFDs, index CFDs, metal CFDs, oil and gas CFDs, bond CFDs and options CFDs. A demo account is available with 50,000 Euros for practice.

Fees and pricing

CFD commissions start from 0.0%, depending on the underlying asset, while spreads are variable. Swaps apply when a position is held overnight, and rollover costs can apply when a futures contract is rolled into the next month or quarter. A margin adjustment fee of up to 0.3% may apply on the Libertex platform when the trading account currency differs from the quoted currency of the underlying asset.

Deposits are free and the minimum first deposit is 100 EUR. Withdrawals are free by PayPal and Skrill, Neteller withdrawals cost 1%, card withdrawals cost 1 EUR, and SEPA or international bank wire withdrawals cost 0.5% with a minimum of 2 EUR and a maximum of 10 EUR. An inactivity fee of 10 EUR per month applies after 180 calendar days without trading, open positions, withdrawals or deposits.

Regulation and safety

Libertex is used by Indication Investments Ltd., a Cyprus Investment Firm regulated and supervised by CySEC under CIF Licence number 164/12. Indication Investments Ltd. also operates a representative office in Germany registered with BaFin. The security page describes SSL encryption, use of several banks for customer funds, encrypted payment processing, and anti-fraud monitoring.

Platform experience

Libertex provides its own web and mobile platform, iOS and Android access, and a Libertex app inside Telegram. It also supports MT4 and MT5. MT4 and MT5 accounts list tight spreads, commissions from 0%, automatic trading, hedging, and up to 1:30 leverage for retail clients.

Pros and cons

The main strengths are the zero-commission stock investing account, free deposits, several free withdrawal methods, a 50,000 Euro demo account, and access to both MT4 and MT5. The main limitations are specific non-trading fees, including the 180-day inactivity fee, Neteller and card withdrawal charges, overnight swap costs, and the 100 EUR minimum first deposit.

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Trading fees & commissions

CFD commissions start from 0.0%, spreads are variable, and swaps apply to overnight positions. Deposits are free, the minimum first deposit is 100 EUR, and withdrawal fees vary by method. An inactivity fee of 10 EUR per month applies after 180 calendar days of inactivity.

Fees

Item Fee
Sec From 0.0008%
Taf From $0.000119 EUR
Swaps A fee is charged to the trading account for each night a position is held.
Spread Variable
Deposit Free
Rollover Equal to the spread to open and close a trade
Forex Fee Applies only when the Invest Account is in a currency other than the currency of your account.
Inactivity 10 EUR per month (or 10 GBP, 10 CHF, and 50 PLN, respectively) if the account is inactive for 180 calendar days
Maintenance 10 EUR per month (or 10 GBP, 10 CHF, and 50 PLN, respectively) if a Client has not withdrawn the remaining balance from his/her account within two months from the termination date of the Agreement
Min Deposit 100 EUR
Cfd Commission From 0.0%
Account Closure Free
Margin Adjustment Up to 0.3%
Withdrawal Paypal Free
Withdrawal Skrill Free
Minimum Investment 1 Share
Trading Statements Free
Withdrawal Neteller 1%
Investment Commission Free
American Depositary Fees From 0.01 EUR
Minimum Withdrawal Paypal 10 EUR
Minimum Withdrawal Skrill 10 EUR
Minimum Withdrawal Neteller 10 EUR
Minimum Withdrawal Bank Card 10 EUR
Withdrawal Credit Debit Card 1 EUR
Minimum Trade Volume Libertex 20 EUR
Minimum Trade Volume Metatrader 0.01 LOT
Minimum Withdrawal Bank Transfer 0 EUR
Withdrawal Sepa International Bank Wire 0.5% (min 2 EUR, max 10 EUR)

Trading platform & features

Platforms

  • Libertex trading platform
  • Web app
  • iOS app
  • Android app
  • MT4
  • MT5
  • Telegram

Regulation and investor protection

Libertex is used by Indication Investments Ltd., a Cyprus Investment Firm regulated and supervised by CySEC under CIF Licence number 164/12. Indication Investments Ltd. also operates a representative office in Germany registered with BaFin.

Broker FAQs

Is Libertex safe?
Libertex is used by Indication Investments Ltd., a Cyprus Investment Firm regulated and supervised by CySEC under CIF Licence number 164/12. Its security page also describes SSL encryption, several banks for customer funds, encrypted payment processing and anti-fraud monitoring.
Is Libertex a scam?
No. Libertex is the trading platform used by Indication Investments Ltd., a Cyprus Investment Firm regulated and supervised by CySEC under CIF Licence number 164/12.
Is Libertex regulated and by whom?
Libertex is used by Indication Investments Ltd., which is regulated and supervised by CySEC as a Cyprus Investment Firm. Indication Investments Ltd. also operates a representative office in Germany registered with BaFin.
What products does Libertex offer?
Libertex offers CFD trading on underlying assets including commodities, forex, ETFs, cryptocurrencies, stocks, indices, metals, oil and gas, bonds and options. Libertex Invest also offers commission-free investments in real stocks, with market spreads applying.
Does Libertex offer ETFs?
Yes. Libertex lists ETF CFDs in its CFD trading menu and MT4 and MT5 pages include CFDs on ETFs.
Does Libertex offer crypto?
Yes. Libertex offers cryptocurrency CFDs and names examples such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin, Ripple, Solana, Cardano, Dogecoin and Avalanche.
Does Libertex offer options?
Yes. Libertex lists options CFDs in its trading menu, and its terms page refers users to the specification page for Options CFDs.
What does Libertex charge for stock trades?
Libertex Invest offers commission-free stock investing. Market spreads apply, and the minimum investment is 1 Share.
Does Libertex charge an inactivity fee?
Yes. Libertex charges 10 EUR per month, or 10 GBP, 10 CHF and 50 PLN respectively, if an account is inactive for 180 calendar days.
What is Libertex's currency conversion fee?
For Invest accounts, a forex fee applies when the Invest Account is in a currency other than the currency of the account. For CFD trading on the Libertex platform, a margin adjustment fee of up to 0.3% may apply when the trading account currency differs from the quoted currency of the underlying asset.
Is there a withdrawal fee at Libertex?
PayPal and Skrill withdrawals are free. Neteller withdrawals cost 1%, credit and debit card withdrawals cost 1 EUR, and SEPA or international bank wire withdrawals cost 0.5% with a minimum of 2 EUR and a maximum of 10 EUR.
What is the minimum deposit at Libertex?
The minimum first deposit is 100 EUR.
Does Libertex have a demo account?
Yes. Libertex offers a demo account with 50,000 Euros for practice.
Does Libertex have a mobile app?
Yes. Libertex offers mobile access through iOS and Android apps. It also provides MT4 and MT5 mobile downloads.
Does Libertex offer MT4 and MT5?
Yes. Libertex supports MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, and both platforms allow CFD trading beyond forex, including stocks, indices, oil and gas, commodities, cryptocurrencies, ETFs and metals.
How do I open an account at Libertex?
The sign-up form asks for an email address, password and account currency. Account registration requires confirmation that the user is at least 18 years old and agrees to the Privacy and Cookies Policy and Terms and Conditions of Indication Investments Ltd.
How long does it take to withdraw from Libertex?
The Libertex platform page describes instant withdrawals online. Withdrawal fees and minimum withdrawal amounts vary by payment method.

Bottom line

Libertex suits users who want CFD trading across several asset classes, MT4 or MT5 access, and a separate real-stock investing account with 0% commission. It may not suit users who want to avoid inactivity fees, overnight CFD costs or method-specific withdrawal charges.

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