HFM vs Pepperstone
✕ You do NOT own the coin — contract only, no withdrawal
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| HFM | Pepperstone | |
|---|---|---|
| Fees | — | — |
| Max leverage | —× | 5× |
| Assets listed | — | 30 |
Fees
| Typical BTC spread | — | Source · Confirmed indirectly 2026-08-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight financing | — | Source · Confirmed indirectly 2026-08-26 |
| Typical BTC spread | — | Source · Verified 2026-08-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight financing | — | Source · Verified 2026-08-25 |
Regulation
| Regulation | Scope | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CySEC (CY) · 183/12 HF Markets (Europe) Ltd | Licensed | Source · Verified 2026-08-26 |
| Regulation | Scope | Source |
|---|---|---|
| FCA (GB) · 684312 Pepperstone Limited | Licensed | Source · Verified 2026-08-25 |
Incidents on record
No material incidents on record.
Incidents on record
No material incidents on record.
Frequently asked questions
Is HFM cheaper than Pepperstone?
— against — on the headline figure. Deposit, withdrawal and spread costs sit on top and can reverse that for small trades.
Is HFM safe?
Nothing meeting our threshold has been documented for HFM. That is an absence of evidence, not a safety guarantee.
Can I withdraw my coins from HFM?
No. HFM sells contracts for difference. You track the price and never hold a coin you can withdraw.
Which suits a beginner better?
Whichever is licensed where you live and lets you withdraw the asset. Leverage and daily financing are what turn a beginner's position into a loss.
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