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IFX Markets

Severe riskForex / CFD broker
🇳🇿 New Zealand · 5-10 years · since 2019-05-13 · City Index Australia Pty Ltd
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Independent ratingshow third parties score this broker
WikiFX1.58/10
Trustpilot/5
Forex Peace Army/5
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85
Severe risk
Scam Risk Scoremonitored · 2026-07-28
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  • Listed as “Clone Firm” in industry watchdog records
  • Identified as a clone / impersonator firm
  • 4 user exposure/complaint reports filed
  • Withdrawal complaints in ~175% of recent reviews
  • No verifiable website or social-media presence
How this score is calculated — view the open algorithm

A transparent weighted score from objective public data — each factor scored 0–100 (higher = riskier), combined by the weights below.

FactorScoreWeight
Regulation & licensing9735%
Company age2215%
Clone / impersonation10012%
Withdrawal & exposure complaints9012%
Offshore registration458%
Transparency (site/info/social)7510%

Based on public regulatory records, industry databases and independent reviews (Trustpilot, Forex Peace Army). Exit Risk reflects recent negative momentum in real reviews. A risk estimate from public data, not a definitive legal judgment; brokers may request a correction.

Company
Legal nameCity Index Australia Pty Ltd
Headquarters🇳🇿 New Zealand
Founded2019-05-13
Years operating5-10 years
Employees0
Official websiteifx-cn.com
Trading conditions
Avg execution speed0 ms
Avg slippage0
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Monitored traders0
Monitored orders0
Funding & instruments
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Regulation & licenses · 2

RegulatorLicense typeLicense No.RegionStatus
ASICMarket Making (MM)345646Australia
FCAMarket Making (MM)113942United Kingdom

Review analysis AI

IFX Markets is a clone broker with no verifiable regulation, posing a severe risk to traders. The discrepancy between claimed and actual regulatory status indicates a high probability of fraudulent activity. Traders should avoid this entity entirely to protect their capital.

Best for
  • Not suitable for any trader
Not for
  • Traders seeking regulated brokers
  • Investors who value transparency
  • Anyone considering depositing real funds
Period:
What users complain about
Where reviewers are from
Hong Kong4

Real user reviews

Where IFX Markets operates

Based on its licenses and complaint records.

🇦🇺 Australia Licensed
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Licensed
🇭🇰 Hong Kong 4 complaints

Market presence: WikiFX SkyEye · complaints: our records · licensing: official registers. Where you’re accepted is set by the broker’s own terms — always confirm before depositing.

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About IFX Markets

Overview

IFX Markets is a broker that operates under the domain ifx-cn.com and is registered in New Zealand, having been founded on May 13, 2019. The company behind it is listed as City Index Australia Pty Ltd, but the broker is described as a clone broker with no legitimate regulation.

Our records indicate that IFX Markets claims to hold regulatory licences from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), but the status of these licences is not confirmed. Industry databases suggest these claims are unsubstantiated, and the broker should be approached with extreme caution.

Regulation and Safety

The broker's regulatory status is highly questionable. Although it lists ASIC and FCA as regulators, there is no verified information to support these claims. The company description explicitly states that IFX Markets is unregulated and a clone of a legitimate firm.

Given the severe scam risk score of 85/100 assigned by FXCanary, traders are strongly advised to avoid any engagement with this broker. The lack of credible regulatory oversight means there is no recourse for clients in case of disputes or financial loss.

Company Background

IFX Markets is registered in New Zealand, but its operational headquarters may be in China, as suggested by the company description. The broker was founded in 2019 and appears to be a front for fraudulent activities.

No additional information is available regarding the company's management, financial standing, or operational history. The broker's opaque structure adds to the risk profile.

Trading Platform and Instruments

No official information is available about the trading platforms or instruments offered by IFX Markets. Given its status as a clone broker, any claims about platform features or asset availability should be treated as unreliable.

Traders should not expect access to legitimate trading software or financial markets through this broker.

Account Types and Fees

Details on account types, spreads, commissions, or other fees are not publicly available. As a high-risk entity, any purported account tiers or fee structures are likely misleading.

Without transparent and verifiable information, it is impossible to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of trading with IFX Markets.

Deposits and Withdrawals

No information is available regarding deposit or withdrawal methods. The broker's lack of transparency in financial operations is a major red flag.

Clients may face difficulties in depositing funds or retrieving their money, given the unregulated nature of the entity.

Target Audience

IFX Markets appears to target retail forex and CFD traders, particularly those attracted by the promise of regulated status under ASIC and FCA. However, the broker is a clone and not suitable for any trader seeking a safe trading environment.

The broker is best avoided by all traders, especially those who prioritize security and regulatory compliance.

Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full IFX Markets review