Plus500 is a publicly traded (LSE: PLUS) CFD provider offering margin trading on over 2,800 instruments. Known for its clean, simple platform and robust risk management tools, Plus500 is popular among traders who want a straightforward CFD experience without the complexity of advanced platforms.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Very simple and clean interface
- Publicly traded on London Stock Exchange
- Zero commission (spread-based)
- Guaranteed stop-loss available
- Free unlimited demo account
- Negative balance protection
- Wide range of CFD instruments
❌ Cons
- CFD-only (no real asset ownership)
- No copy/social trading
- No MetaTrader support
- Limited educational resources
- No API for algorithmic trading
- Spreads can be wide during volatility
Fee Structure
Margin Tiers
| Tier | Max Position | Max Leverage | Maintenance Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forex Majors | Varies | 30x | 3.33% |
| Forex Minors | Varies | 20x | 5% |
| Indices | Varies | 20x | 5% |
| Commodities | Varies | 10x | 10% |
| Stocks | Varies | 5x | 20% |
| Crypto | Varies | 2x | 50% |
How to Sign Up for Plus500
Plus500 FAQ
Plus500 is a legitimate, publicly traded (LSE: PLUS) and well-regulated CFD provider. It's best suited for traders who want a simple, no-frills trading experience.
Plus500 primarily offers CFDs. Through Plus500 Invest (available in some regions), real stock trading is available. For most margin trading, positions are CFDs.
Plus500 offers a guaranteed stop-loss feature that ensures your position closes at exactly the price you set, regardless of market gaps. An additional spread charge applies for this protection.