Interactive Brokers Review 2026 — Regulation, Spreads & Fees

Interactive BrokersIndependent review

Interactive Brokers — Nasdaq-listed global multi-asset broker with 150+ markets and the deepest regulatory footprint on this list.

Interactive Brokers at a glance

Founded 1978
Headquarters Greenwich, USA
Regulation SEC/FINRA, CFTC/NFA, FCA, CBI, ASIC, MAS, SFC, JFSA, CIRO, SEBI
Min deposit $0
EUR/USD spread ~0.1-0.2 + 0.08-0.20 bps commission
Max leverage 1:50 US, 1:30 EU/UK/AU
Platforms TWS, IBKR Desktop, Mobile, GlobalTrader, APIs
Instruments 100+ forex pairs, stocks, options, futures, bonds, ETFs, funds, CFDs, crypto
US clients Accepted
WebTrader score 90 / 100

Our verdict

Interactive Brokers scores 90 / 100 in our ranking, which weights regulatory strength and execution quality first. Verify current conditions on the official site — spreads and leverage vary by entity and region.

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