Online trading and spread betting
Initially attracted to CMC Markets by their advertising. The headline spreads look great but in practice there are additional costs that aren't immediately obvious. I also get bombarded with promotional emails and phone calls encouraging me to deposit more. The trading itself is fine but the marketing tactics are off-putting.
Pros: Trading platform works adequately
Cons: Hidden costs, aggressive marketing practices
Started with CMC Markets optimistically but my experience has been mixed. The platform itself is good and execution is fast. However, I noticed spreads widen significantly during news events and the swap rates are higher than competitors. Good for day trading, less so for holding positions overnight.
Pros: Good platform, fast execution for day trading
Cons: Wide spreads during news, high swap rates
CMC Markets does the job for casual forex trading. Platform works, spreads are okay but not the best I've seen. Customer support is hit or miss - some agents are very helpful, others seem to read from a script. Deposits are instant but withdrawals take 3-5 business days.
Pros: Functional platform, instant deposits
Cons: Average spreads, inconsistent support, slow withdrawals