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Choosing between IG Group and CIMB Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while CIMB Securities operates from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to CIMB Securities which was founded in 1978. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
IG Group
CIMB Securities
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, CIMB Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
IG Group
4.3 vs 3.3
Lowest Fees
CIMB Securities
0.6 vs 0 pips
Regulation
IG Group
4 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
CIMB Securities
$250 vs $0
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CIMB Securities
IG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. CIMB Securities is regulated by MAS, SC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Stocks, Indices markets. IG Group additionally covers Cfd, Commodities. CIMB Securities adds Etf.
On spreads, CIMB Securities is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at IG Group.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. CIMB Securities offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iTrade. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while CIMB Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes CIMB Securities accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and CIMB Securities at 3.29/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IG Group leads overall with a clear advantage.
IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IG Group holds a 4.3/5 rating vs CIMB Securities's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
IG Group offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while CIMB Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. CIMB Securities requires $0.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while CIMB Securities holds licences from SC, MAS.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. CIMB Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iTrade.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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