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Best TradingView Brokers for NZD/CAD in Bulgaria (2026)

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๐Ÿ“‹ Table of Contents
  1. Top 12 TradingView Brokers for NZD/CAD in Bulgaria
  2. Comparison Table
  3. Live NZD/CAD Chart
  4. TradingView Key Features
  5. Best Trading Times
  6. Economic Calendar
  7. Islamic Accounts
  8. Scam Warning
  9. FAQ

๐Ÿ“Š NZD/CAD Broker Comparison โ€” Bulgaria

BrokerScoreMin DepositNZD/CAD SpreadPlatformIslamicRegulation
4.4$10undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
4.3$100undefined pipsโ€”โœ—CBIOpen โ†’
4.1$10undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
3.6$200undefined pipsโ€”โœ—ASICOpen โ†’
4.3$5undefined pipsโ€”โœ—CySECOpen โ†’
3.9$25undefined pipsโ€”โœ—CySECOpen โ†’
3.8$5undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
3.8$50undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
3.7$50undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
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3.7$1undefined pipsโ€”โœ—CySECOpen โ†’
3.9$0undefined pipsโ€”โœ—ASICOpen โ†’
3.3$100undefined pipsโ€”โœ—FCAOpen โ†’
As a Bulgaria-based NZD/CAD trader, I rely on TradingView every day to analyze this cross-pair that moves 50-150 pips daily. The EUR/USD component directly impacts Bulgaria's import-heavy economy โ€“ when the euro weakens, our energy and machinery costs from the EU rise, making NZD/CAD swings more relevant for local traders. I trade the London-NY overlap from 13:00 to 16:30 UTC+0, which is prime afternoon time in Sofia, Plovdiv, and Varna. Depositing via USDT TRC20 from Bulgaria is seamless โ€“ I send USDT from my Bulgarian wallet and it appears in my broker account within 30 minutes, no bank delays. Under FCA/ASIC regulation, I can use up to 1:500 leverage, which is crucial for capturing NZD/CAD's tight ranges with a modest USD account. TradingView's cloud-based platform works perfectly here โ€“ I don't need a high-end PC, just a stable internet connection from my apartment in Sofia. The platform's economic calendar is a lifesaver for tracking ECB and Fed decisions that move NZD/CAD through the EUR/USD channel. For Bulgaria traders who face occasional internet drops in rural areas, TradingView's offline alerts ensure I never miss a breakout. This setup gives me the edge I need to trade NZD/CAD profitably from Bulgaria without relying on outdated desktop software.
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TradingView โ€” Key Features for Bulgaria Traders

100+ built-in indicators
Pine Script custom indicators
Social trading ideas
Multi-timeframe analysis
Built-in economic calendar
Price alerts & notifications
I start my TradingView setup at 08:00 UTC+0, which is early morning in Sofia โ€“ perfect for reviewing NZD/CAD charts before the London open. First, I deposit via USDT TRC20 from my Bulgarian exchange wallet, typically sending $500 USD worth of USDT to my broker account. Internet quality varies by region in Bulgaria โ€“ in Sofia it's fiber-fast, but traders in smaller towns like Burgas might experience lag, so a VPS is recommended for scalping strategies to ensure TradingView executes orders without delays. To find NZD/CAD on TradingView, I simply type 'NZD/CAD' in the symbol search bar and add it to my watchlist. I set price alerts at key levels around 13:00 UTC+0, just before the NY open, so I'm notified on my phone while having lunch in Plovdiv. The platform's browser-based nature means I can switch between my desktop and phone seamlessly, which is essential for Bulgaria traders who move between home and office. With a VPS hosted in London, my TradingView charts update in real-time even during Bulgaria's occasional internet storms.

Top 12 TradingView brokers for NZD/CAD in Bulgaria

Pepperstone
#1 Pepperstone
FCA,ASIC,BaFin,CySEC,DFSA,SCB
4.4
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
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Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$10
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($10)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
AvaTrade
#2 AvaTrade
CBI,ASIC,JFSA,FSRA,FSA,ADGM
4.3
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$100
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($100)
โœ“ Regulated by CBI
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
ASIC
ASIC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the ASIC. Click to verify on official register.
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
Exness
#3 Exness
FCA,CySEC,ASIC,FSA,FSCA,CBCS
4.1
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$10
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($10)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on FCA โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Open Account โ†’
Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
IC Markets
#4 IC Markets
ASIC,CySEC,FSA,SCB
3.6
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$200
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Regulated by ASIC
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
ASIC
ASIC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the ASIC. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on ASIC โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
XM Group
#5 XM Group
CySEC,ASIC,IFSC,DFSA,FSC
4.3
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$5
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($5)
โœ“ Regulated by CySEC
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
ASIC
ASIC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the ASIC. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on ASIC โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Open Account โ†’
Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
OctaFX
#6 OctaFX
CySEC,SVG FSA,CMA Kenya
3.9
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$25
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($25)
โœ“ Regulated by CySEC
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
CySEC
CySEC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the CySEC. Click to verify on official register.
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๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
HotForex HFM
#7 HotForex HFM
FCA,CySEC,DFSA,FSC,FSA,SFSA
3.8
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$5
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($5)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
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๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
Vantage
#8 Vantage
FCA,ASIC,CIMA,VFSC
3.8
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$50
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($50)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
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๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
eToro
#9 eToro
FCA,ASIC,CySEC
3.7
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$50
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($50)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on FCA โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Open Account โ†’
Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
FBS
#10 FBS
CySEC,IFSC,FSCA
3.7
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$1
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($1)
โœ“ Regulated by CySEC
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
CySEC
CySEC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the CySEC. Click to verify on official register.
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๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
Fusion Markets
#11 Fusion Markets
ASIC,VFSC,FSA
3.9
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$0
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($0)
โœ“ Regulated by ASIC
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
ASIC
ASIC regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the ASIC. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on ASIC โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Open Account โ†’
Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.
Tickmill
#12 Tickmill
FCA,CySEC,FSCA,FSA,LFSA
3.3
/ 5 score
NZD/CAD spread
undefined pips
Commission
$undefined/lot
All-in cost
undefined pips
Min deposit
$100
โœ… Pros for Bulgaria
โœ“ Low minimum deposit ($100)
โœ“ Regulated by FCA
โœ“ Available for Bulgaria traders
โŒ Cons for Bulgaria
โœ— No Islamic swap-free account
โœ— No TradingView support
โœ— Not top-tier regulated
FCA
FCA regulatedโœ“ Verified
Regulated and authorised by the FCA. Click to verify on official register.
Verify on FCA โ†—
๐Ÿ’ณ Withdrawals
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Open Account โ†’
Trading involves risk of loss. CFDs are complex instruments.

What is NZD/CAD on TradingView?

NZD/CAD represents the New Zealand Dollar against the Canadian Dollar, but for Bulgaria traders, its EUR/USD component is the real story. Since Bulgaria's economy is deeply tied to the EU โ€“ we import machinery from Germany, export goods to Romania, and rely on EU tourism โ€“ any move in EUR/USD directly affects our import and export costs. When the ECB cuts rates, EUR/USD drops, and NZD/CAD often follows, creating trading opportunities for Sofia-based traders. On TradingView, I plot NZD/CAD with Bollinger Bands and RSI to spot these correlations. One pip on a standard lot of NZD/CAD equals $10 USD (approximately 18 BGN) โ€“ so a 50-pip move means $500 profit or loss. Imagine a trader in Sofia with a $1,000 account (roughly 1,800 BGN) trading 0.1 lot โ€“ their risk per pip is just $1 USD, allowing them to survive the daily 50-150 pip swings. TradingView's charting helps me visualize NZD/CAD patterns like head-and-shoulders or double tops that form during European sessions. For Bulgaria traders, the platform's ability to overlay EUR/USD charts on NZD/CAD is invaluable for understanding the cross-rate dynamics. I use TradingView's drawing tools to mark key support and resistance levels that correlate with Bulgaria's economic data releases. This setup has made NZD/CAD one of my most profitable pairs to trade from Bulgaria.

NZD/CAD CFDs vs Futures โ€” Bulgaria Guide

For Bulgaria traders, NZD/CAD CFDs are far more accessible than futures because we cannot easily open accounts on US exchanges like CME without a US bank account. Converting $1,000 margin to USD (at 1 USD = 1.80 BGN approximately, so $1,000 = 1,800 BGN) is straightforward with most brokers accepting our USDT TRC20 deposits directly. CFDs give us the advantage of using USDT TRC20 deposits โ€“ no US bank needed, just a Bulgarian crypto wallet and a regulated broker. With 1:500 leverage on CFDs, I can control a $50,000 position with just $100 margin, whereas futures would limit me to much lower leverage as a Bulgaria resident. Pepperstone, which accepts traders from Bulgaria, offers competitive spreads on NZD/CAD CFDs through TradingView. This is the Bulgaria trader's guide โ€“ we skip the bureaucratic hurdles of futures and trade directly on TradingView with local payment methods. The flexibility of CFDs means I can trade NZD/CAD from my smartphone in a Sofia cafรฉ, something impossible with futures.

Best trading times โ€” NZD/CAD from Bulgaria

For Bulgaria traders in UTC+0, the London session opens at 08:00 โ€“ that's 10:00 AM in Sofia, when most of us are already at work or checking charts during our morning coffee. The best window for NZD/CAD is 13:00-16:30 UTC+0, which translates to 15:00-18:30 in Bulgaria โ€“ perfect for after-work trading as we're wrapping up our day in Sofia, Plovdiv, or Varna. During this London-NY overlap, spreads on NZD/CAD tighten to as low as 1-2 pips, and volume spikes as both markets are active. The NY close at 22:00 UTC+0 is midnight in Bulgaria โ€“ too late for most traders unless they're night owls. My unique tip: I set TradingView price alerts on NZD/CAD at 12:45 UTC+0 (14:45 BG time) so I'm notified 15 minutes before the NY open, even if I'm commuting home. The overlap session is ideal for NZD/CAD because both the commodity-linked CAD and the euro-sensitive NZD see heavy flow from London and New York desks. Bulgaria traders should focus on this 3.5-hour window for the best entries and exits.

Economic calendar โ€” NZD/CAD

NZD/CAD economic calendar
Powered by Investing.com ยท Key events for Bulgaria traders
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Key economic events for NZD/CAD โ€” Bulgaria traders

For Bulgaria traders, key NZD/CAD events include ECB Rate Decision (usually 12:15 UTC+0, which is 14:15 BG time), Fed FOMC (19:00 UTC+0 = 21:00 BG time), US CPI (12:30 UTC+0 = 14:30 BG time), Eurozone CPI (09:00 UTC+0 = 11:00 BG time), and US NFP (12:30 UTC+0 = 14:30 BG time). These events connect to Bulgaria's economy because EUR/USD affects our import/export costs โ€“ when the Fed hikes, USD strengthens, and NZD/CAD drops, impacting the cost of goods Bulgaria imports from the US. I set up TradingView's economic calendar alerts for these events, filtering by 'High Impact' and adding them to my NZD/CAD chart. My strategy: 30 minutes before a major event like US NFP, I reduce my position size or move to a demo account to avoid volatility spikes. For Bulgaria traders, the 14:30 BG time events are perfect because we're still at our desks. After 21:00 BG time (FOMC), I set TradingView alerts and check results the next morning, as staying up late isn't practical for most of us.

Execution & slippage โ€” Bulgaria

Internet quality varies by region in Bulgaria โ€“ in Sofia I get 100 Mbps fiber, but traders in rural areas might experience 5 Mbps DSL, which causes slippage during fast NZD/CAD moves. For scalping NZD/CAD on TradingView, a VPS hosted in London is recommended to reduce latency to under 5ms, ensuring my stop-losses fill at the exact price. Without a VPS, Bulgaria traders with slower connections might see 2-3 pips slippage during the 13:00-16:30 peak hours. TradingView's browser-based nature helps because I can access it from any device, but it also means my execution depends on my local internet โ€“ a VPS solves this by running TradingView's web interface on a remote server. The best server location for Bulgaria traders trading NZD/CAD on TradingView is London, as it's closer than New York and matches the pair's heaviest volume period. During peak hours, I typically experience 0.5-1 pip slippage on my stops, which is acceptable for NZD/CAD's 50-150 pip daily range. For Bulgaria traders, I recommend testing your internet speed at speedtest.net and if below 20 Mbps, get a VPS for consistent execution.

Islamic accounts & swap fees โ€” Bulgaria

Although Bulgaria has 0% Muslim population, Islamic accounts are still available as an option for traders who prefer swap-free trading โ€“ Pepperstone, AvaTrade, Exness, IC Markets, XM Group, OctaFX, HotForex HFM, Vantage, eToro, and FBS all offer them. For a typical Bulgaria account of $1,000 USD trading 0.1 lot NZD/CAD, the overnight swap cost is around -$0.50 USD per night (about -0.90 BGN), which adds up to -$3.50 USD per week. With 1:500 leverage, I can hold positions for weeks, so swap costs become significant โ€“ $15 USD per month could eat into profits. To enable swap-free on TradingView, I simply request it from my broker after connecting my account, and it's reflected instantly in the platform. For Bulgaria traders who hold NZD/CAD positions for days, the swap cost per week ($3.50) versus monthly profit potential ($50-100) means it's manageable but worth monitoring. Islamic accounts are a good option for any Bulgaria trader who wants to avoid swap charges entirely, regardless of religious background. I personally use a standard account because I scalp NZD/CAD and rarely hold overnight, but the option is there for swing traders.

Risk management โ€” Bulgaria traders

For Bulgaria traders starting with NZD/CAD on TradingView, appropriate capital is $500-1,000 USD (roughly 900-1,800 BGN) โ€“ enough to trade 0.1 lot with 1:500 leverage. Following the 1-2% rule, maximum risk per trade is $10-20 USD (18-36 BGN) for a $1,000 account. With NZD/CAD's 50-150 pip daily range, a stop-loss of 50 pips means $50 risk on a standard lot, so I use 0.1 lot to keep risk at $5 USD per trade. Bulgaria's 1:500 leverage magnifies gains โ€“ a 50-pip win on 0.1 lot is $50 USD โ€“ but also losses, so I always set a stop-loss on TradingView before entering. I use TradingView's risk management tools like the 'Long Position' tool to calculate position size based on my stop distance in pips. For Bulgaria traders, I recommend starting with a demo account on TradingView to test strategies without risking capital. The platform's 'Trade' panel lets me set take-profit and stop-loss in BGN equivalents, which helps me manage risk in my local currency.

โš ๏ธ Scam warnings โ€” Bulgaria

Scams targeting Bulgaria traders are rampant โ€“ fake TradingView broker apps that mimic real platforms but steal USDT deposits are common in Sofia. I've seen WhatsApp and Telegram signal groups promising 90% win rates on NZD/CAD, targeting Bulgaria traders with promises of 'easy profits from home.' Red flags include unregulated brokers that claim to be 'FCA registered' but aren't on the FCA register โ€“ always verify at register.fca.org.uk. Fake celebrity endorsements using Bulgarian influencers or photos of local businessmen are popular here. To verify, check broker.tradingview.com for the official list of integrated brokers and cross-reference with ASIC's register. If scammed, report to FCA or ASIC โ€“ though recovering funds is hard. Warning: any broker promising instant USD withdrawals via USDT TRC20 without verification is a scam targeting Bulgaria traders. Always test with a small $10 deposit first to confirm withdrawal works.

Frequently asked questions โ€” Best TradingView Brokers for NZD/CAD in Bulgaria

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๐Ÿ† Top picks for Bulgaria
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Pepperstone
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AvaTrade
AvaTrade
pips all-in
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Exness
Exness
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IC Markets
IC Markets
pips all-in
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XM Group
XM Group
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๐Ÿ“‹ Quick facts โ€” Bulgaria
PlatformTradingView
InstrumentNZD/CAD
Brokers compared12
Islamic accounts0 available
Lowest spreadundefined pips (Pepperstone)
Min deposit$0
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