Expert reviews, ratings, and trading conditions for Vanuatu-regulated forex brokers. Offshore regulation with flexible leverage. Filtered by composite score, tier, spread, and platform.
The Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) is a offshore regulatory body that has become increasingly popular among forex brokers due to its streamlined licensing process and relatively low capital requirements. As of 2026, we have reviewed 60 brokers registered or regulated under VFSC, with an average editor rating of 3.6/10 across the group.
VFSC-licensed brokers typically offer leverage up to up to 1:500 for major currency pairs — significantly higher than the 30:1 cap imposed by FCA or ASIC on retail clients. Average minimum deposit across these brokers is 1.5 pips on EUR/USD, with some accounts available from $1.
The main trade-off with offshore regulation is investor protection: VFSC does not operate a public compensation scheme. However, many brokers holding VFSC licenses also maintain additional top-tier licenses (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), which provides an added layer of credibility. We recommend reviewing our comparison table to identify brokers with dual-licensing, combining offshore flexibility with globally recognized oversight.
Our 2026 rankings are sorted by a weighted composite score combining editor rating (50%), community score (30%), and years of verified operation (20%). Our top-rated Vanuatu broker is FXTRADING.com, scoring 8.94/10 on our composite scale.
Lowest minimum deposit among Vanuatu-licensed brokers in 2026.
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Score: 8.9
Above 20 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 8.8
15-20 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 7.8
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 7.8
5-10 years
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N/A |
$100
No USDT
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—
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Score: 7.8
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 7.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 6.8
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 6.1
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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JM
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
$100
No USDT
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—
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
$10
No USDT
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—
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Score: 5.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 5.1
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 5.1
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT5
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Score: 4.6
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.6
2-5 years
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N/A |
$250
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.6
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 4.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
$50
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 4.5
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 4.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 4.4
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.4
5-10 years
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N/A |
$5
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.4
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 4.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
$5
No USDT
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—
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Score: 4.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.9
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.7
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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cTrader
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Score: 2.4
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
$5
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
$1,000
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.3
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 2.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 2.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 2.2
5-10 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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—
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
$10
No USDT
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—
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Score: 1.5
2-5 years
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N/A |
No USDT
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MT4 MT5
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Yes, FXTRADING.com is fully licensed and regulated by leading international financial authorities, including the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC). This ensures a secure and transparent trading environment for our clients.
At FXTRADING.com, client funds are held in segregated accounts with top-tier banks, ensuring they are protected and separated from company funds. We also implement negative balance protection and conduct regular audits to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
FXTRADING.com offers competitive trading conditions, including raw spreads starting from 0.0 pips, flexible leverage options of up to 2000:1, and a diverse range of over 500 financial instruments across forex, stocks, indices, and commodities. This allows traders to execute their strategies effectively.
FXTRADING.com provides 24/5 customer support through various channels, including live chat, email, and phone. Our dedicated support team is available to assist with account inquiries, technical issues, and general trading questions, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Yes, DLS Markets Limited (DLSM) is regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), which provides a level of oversight for its trading activities. DLSM employs measures such as the segregation of client accounts to protect client funds, keeping them separate from the company's operating funds, thereby reducing risk in case of financial difficulties within the broker.
DLSM offers two types of trading accounts: a Standard Account, designed for beginners and retail traders with low spreads and flexible trading conditions, and an ECN Account, tailored for experienced traders with tight spreads starting from 0 pips and a commission per lot.
DLSM supports popular trading platforms, including MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5). These platforms are user-friendly and feature robust tools for trading analysis. Additionally, DLSM provides a web version and a mobile app (DLSM GO) for trading on the go.
DLSM provides multiple channels for customer support, including email at support@dlsm.com, live chat on their website for instant support, and telephone support. They are available 24/5 to assist traders during major trading hours.