HFM Stock Broker Review
HFM offers share CFDs on 500+ global stocks via MT4, MT5, and HFcopy under CySEC and DFSA regulation - a well-regulated broker with integrated copy trading for equity strategies and a broad emerging market client base.
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How HFM ranks
Trust & Regulation
#4of 3
Fees & Spreads
#4of 3
Platforms & Tools
#1of 3
Customer Support
#1of 3
Min Deposit
No minimum
Commission/Trade
0 pips
Max Leverage
20:1
Founded
2010
HQ
Limassol, Cyprus
Last Reviewed
May 3, 2026
HFM Pros
- HFcopy enables automatic copying of equity-focused strategies within the same account
- CySEC and DFSA regulated - strong dual-jurisdiction for EU and UAE clients
- 500+ share CFDs across MT4 and MT5 with no minimum deposit
- No inactivity fee; multilingual 24/5 customer support
HFM Cons
- Stock range (500+) significantly narrower than CMC, IG, or Saxo
- Share CFDs only - no real ownership, ISA, or dividend entitlement
- International FSA Seychelles entity provides substantially lighter regulatory protection
- HFcopy signal provider quality for equity strategies is variable
HFM Stock Broker Review
HFM for stocks: regulated share CFDs with copy trading integration
HFM provides share CFDs on over 500 global stocks spanning US (NYSE, Nasdaq), UK (LSE), European, and other major exchanges via MT4, MT5, and the HFcopy social trading platform. HFcopy allows clients to automatically follow experienced equity traders' strategies within the same regulated account environment.
HFcopy for equity strategies
HFcopy allows traders to select signal providers who actively manage equity-focused strategies and mirror their share CFD positions proportionally and in real time. Performance statistics, including historical returns and drawdown data, are publicly visible.
Trading costs
HFM uses variable spreads on share CFDs with no commission on standard accounts. No minimum deposit is required. No inactivity fee.
Regulation
HFM is regulated by CySEC (EU/Cyprus), DFSA (UAE), and FSCA (South Africa). The CySEC licence covers EU clients with investor compensation and negative balance protection.
Limitations
HFM's stock range at 500+ is narrower than CMC (10,000+), IG (17,000+), or Saxo (60,000+). Share CFDs only - no real ownership, ISA, or dividend entitlement.
Bottom line
HFM is a solid regulated option for active traders - particularly in the Middle East and Africa - who want equity CFD access with integrated copy trading under CySEC and DFSA oversight.
HFM Score Breakdown
3.8/ 54/440% of total score−0.4 below average#4 of 3
4.1/ 5- Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.)
- Segregated client funds
- Negative balance protection
- Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS)
0/130% of total score−1.1 below average#4 of 3
3.6/ 5- Commission-free trading
3/720% of total score+0.2 above average#1 of 3
4.0/ 5- Research tools
- Stock screener
- Mobile app
- Advanced charting tools
- Short selling available
- IPO access
- Global exchange access
0/510% of total score+0.4 above average#1 of 3
4.1/ 5- Fractional shares
- Dividend reinvestment (DRIP)
- Stocks & Shares ISA
- SIPP pension account
- Extended hours trading
Last reviewed: May 3, 2026
HFM Stock Bonuses
No Stock bonuses available
HFM does not currently have any active bonuses for stock trading. Check back later or explore other categories.
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Countries Where HFM Is Available
Brazil
Chile
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Egypt
Spain
France
Greece
Nigeria
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Australia
Germany
South Africa
United Arab Emirates
Argentina
Austria
Bulgaria
Hungary
Indonesia
Malaysia
India
Italy
Jordan
Kenya
Kazakhstan
Portugal
Qatar
Philippines
Pakistan
Poland
Mexico
Romania
Saudi Arabia
Thailand
Turkey
Ukraine
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Frequently Asked Questions About HFM Stock Trading
HFM is regulated by top-tier authorities including FCA, CYSEC, FSCA. Client funds are held in segregated accounts at tier-1 banks, separate from company funds. Negative balance protection ensures clients cannot lose more than their deposited capital. Eligible clients may be covered by an investor compensation scheme such as the FSCS (UK) or ICF (EU) within published limits. Always verify the licence on the regulator's public register before depositing.
HFM has no fixed minimum deposit - you can open a live account with any amount. In practice a balance of at least $100–$250 is recommended to provide adequate margin for standard forex pairs.
HFM offers raw spreads from 0.0 pips with a commission of $6.00 per standard lot round-turn on the raw-spread account. Deposits are free on standard funding methods. No inactivity fee applies to dormant accounts.
HFM supports MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5). A mobile trading app is available for iOS and Android. Advanced charting tools are included.
HFM customer support is available via live chat during trading hours (24 hours a day, Monday to Friday). Phone support is also available. Support is provided in multiple languages.
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