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Wealth Simulator

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Wealth Simulator

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* The calculator and chart do not account for potential economic or market factors that may affect investments. Results are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice or forecasts for indices and portfolios.

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Whether you’re building a portfolio for the first time or reviewing a long-term strategy, good investment decisions start with the right knowledge. Our Knowledge Hub brings together market analysis, articles covering the investments, products and strategies worth knowing and step-by-step platform guides — so you always know what’s happening, why it matters, and how it affects your investments.

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Your money is held in segregated accounts with tier-1 banks, kept entirely separate from EC Markets’ own funds. If we ever fail, your money cannot be used to pay our creditors — it remains yours.

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Yes — we offer institutional-grade tools including AI-assisted analysis, multi-asset screeners, advanced charting via TradingView, and tailored portfolio construction services for professional investors.
We are an investment app — a simple, digital way to manage your investments and accounts in one place.
Trading, investing, ISA, SIPP, spread betting, CFDs, market analysis, and educational resources — all available across web and mobile platforms.
EC Markets stands out with FCA regulation, no trading fees on selected products, 24/5 support, and a built-in AI stock screener typically reserved for institutional clients.
Absolutely. Our professional tier includes API access, advanced order types, deep liquidity pools, and dedicated account managers.
Webinars, video tutorials, market commentary, in-depth research reports, demo accounts, and a community forum where traders share strategies.
We aim to keep pricing simple and transparent. For investing in equities and ETFs, we cover the core account and dealing costs, so customers are not charged commission on those trades. You may still pay certain third-party or market-related charges where they apply, such as foreign exchange conversion costs when trading in another currency. View our full Fees & Charges.