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Choosing between IG Group and RHB Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while RHB Securities operates from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to RHB Securities which was founded in 1994. 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
RHB Securities
| IG Group | RHB Securities | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.3/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:200 ✓ | 1:2 |
| Regulation | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ | SC Malaysia, MAS |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | RHB TradeSmart, RHB Mobile |
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, RHB Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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IG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. RHB Securities is regulated by MAS, SC Malaysia.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. IG Group additionally covers Cfd, Forex, Indices, Commodities. RHB Securities adds Etf, Bonds, Funds.
On spreads, RHB 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. RHB Securities offers RHB TradeSmart, RHB Mobile.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while RHB Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes RHB Securities accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and RHB Securities at 3.31/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IG Group leads overall with a clear advantage.
IG Group
4.3/5
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RHB Securities
3.3/5
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IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IG Group holds a 4.3/5 rating vs RHB 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 RHB Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. RHB Securities requires $0.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while RHB Securities holds licences from SC Malaysia, MAS.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. RHB Securities supports RHB TradeSmart, RHB Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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