Questrade
🇨🇦Top Tier-1 Canadian BrokerCanada's Leading Independent Broker for Forex, CFDs, and Multi-Asset Trading
Live Measured Spreads & Trading Costs (8 Assets)
Real-time measured spreads on Raw ECN vs Standard account types for Questrade.
| Asset / Symbol | Category | Raw ECN Spread | Standard Spread | Commission | Execution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | Major Forex | 1.2 pips | 1.5 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| GBP/USD | Major Forex | 1.5 pips | 1.9 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| USD/JPY | Major Forex | 1.3 pips | 1.7 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| AUD/USD | Major Forex | 1.4 pips | 1.8 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| XAU/USD (Gold) | Precious Metal | 2.5 pips | 3.5 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| US30 / Dow Jones | Global Index | 2.2 pts | 3.0 pts | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| BTC/USD (Crypto) | Crypto CFD | $35.00 | $50.00 | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
| US OIL / Crude | Commodities | 2.5 pips | 3.5 pips | $0 (Zero) | STP / Straight-Through Processing |
Trading Account Models Breakdown
Choose the optimal account structure suited to your trading style and strategy.
Raw Spread (ECN)
Direct institutional liquidity with zero markup on bid/ask quotes.
Standard (STP)
Zero commission per trade with spread markup built directly into the price.
Islamic Account
100% swap-free overnight holding with no interest charges for Muslim traders.
About Questrade & Server Infrastructure
Founded in 1999, Questrade is Canada's largest independent online brokerage, providing direct access to global currency markets and CFDs alongside conventional equities and options. Orders are processed via Tier-1 institutional liquidity bridges designed to optimize execution speeds and reduce slippage for active traders. Client capital is held in segregated Canadian bank accounts and shielded by comprehensive CIRO regulatory oversight and CIPF insurance coverage.
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Regulation & Safety Standards
Pros & Cons Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions about Questrade
What are the typical EUR/USD spreads on Questrade?
Questrade offers raw spreads starting from 1.2 pips on ECN/Raw accounts with transparent commission pricing.
What is the minimum deposit required by Questrade?
The minimum deposit to start trading with Questrade is $1000.
Is Questrade safe and regulated?
Yes, Questrade is authorized and regulated by tier-1 authorities: CIRO (Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization), CIPF (Canadian Investor Protection Fund), with client funds held in segregated tier-1 bank accounts.
What trading platforms does Questrade provide?
Questrade supports Questrade Edge Desktop, Questrade Edge Web, QuestMobile, MetaTrader 4.
Are scalping and automated Expert Advisors (EAs) allowed on Questrade?
Yes, Questrade permits all trading styles including high-frequency scalping, news trading, hedging, and automated EA bots with no restrictions.
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