Deriv Review

Risk Warning

Deriv offers complex derivative instruments such as options and Contracts for Difference (CFDs). These products may not be suitable for all clients, and trading them involves risks. Please ensure that you understand the following risks before trading Deriv products:

a) you may lose part or all of the invested amount in the trading,

b) if your trades involve currency conversions, exchange rates will affect your profits and losses. You should never trade with borrowed money or money you cannot afford to lose.

About Deriv

Founded in 1999, Deriv stands out as a versatile online brokerage firm headquartered in Malaysia. With regulatory oversight from five global entities, it caters to traders' diverse needs by offering access to a wide range of markets, including forex, stocks, ETFs, commodities, indices, and cryptocurrencies. What sets Deriv apart is its provision of 8 proprietary platforms tailored to different requirements and an extensive selection of deposit and withdrawal methods. In summary, Deriv's extensive market access and flexible transaction options make it a compelling option for a variety of trading requirements.

Trading Platforms

DTrader

• Multiple trade types
• Customisable charts
• Position size from £0.35
• Trading duration from 1 second
• Suite of technical indicators and widgets

DMT5 (Deriv MetaTrader 5)

• Exclusive order types
• A customisable interface
• Simultaneous trade windows
• Range of trade sizes up to 30 lots
• Dozens of technical indicators & drawing tools

DBot

• Pre-built strategies
• Build your trading bot
• Guides and tutorials are available within the platform
• Deriv Telegram group available for performance notifications
• No coding required – easy to configure with pre-built blocks and indicators

You can use existing login details. SmartTrader is an easy-to-use online platform specifically for new traders. Features include multiple trade types and expiry times. The user-friendly interface makes it a great option for beginners looking to learn more about the financial markets.

Who is Deriv for?

Deriv offers a wide range of trading options, including CFDs and options, which may appeal to experienced traders seeking diversification in their investment portfolios. The platform provides significant leverage, up to 1:1000, enabling professional traders to capitalize on their trading strategies effectively.

On the other hand, Deriv also caters to beginners by allowing them to start with a minimal deposit of just $5. Additionally, new traders can benefit from the broker's educational resources, particularly its blog, which features easily digestible articles and trading tips, facilitating a smooth learning curve for novice traders.

Products

• 5 commodities – metals and energy
• 45+ forex pairs – majors, minors, and exotics
• Stock indices – Asian, European, and US stocks including Nasdaq
• Synthetic indices – randomly generated indices, based on real-world conditions and markets

• Options trading – take straightforward positions on the direction of markets
• Margin trading – take larger position sizes with borrowed capital for greater returns
• Multipliers – trade on leverage and maximise profit potential by taking multiple positions

Deriv Regulation

1. Deriv (V) Ltd: Regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), rated as a Tier 3 regulator.
2. Deriv (BVI) Ltd: Regulated by the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVI FSC), also rated as a Tier 3 regulator.
3. Deriv (FX) Ltd: Regulated by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA) in Malaysia, rated as a Tier 2 regulator.
4. Deriv Investments (Europe) Limited: Regulated by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), also rated as a Tier 2 regulator.
5. Deriv (SVG) LLC: Not regulated, registered in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

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