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Star Financial Markets – A Leading Australian Forex Broker

Star Financial Markets is an Australian company established to provide innovative online financial products and services such as forex trading, CFD trading, trading indices, oil, gold and silver. Corporate Authorised Representative number 413298 of Australian Financial Services Licence number 318232 which is regulated by ASIC, Star Financial Markets is authorised to provide the following services to retail and wholesale clients:

  • Deal in forex contracts; (forex trading)
  • Deal in derivatives;
  • Provide financial product advice in relation to foreign exchange / forex contracts; and
  • Provide financial product advice in relation to derivatives

Money deposited with Star Financial Markets are segregated and held in Australia and invested under Australian Client Money Rules.


Key Aspects of a Star Financial Forex Account

  • Small minimum forex trading account size of $200.
  • Small minimum transaction size: $1,000 or €1,000 or £1,000 equivalent to $.10, €.1 or £.1 per point.
  • Range of trading from $1,000 to $100 million (equivalent to 10c / point to $10,000 / point).
  • The widest variety of order types available. We accept all orders; MARKET, LIMIT, STOP, OCO.
  • Automatic closure of positions.
  • You can run both long and short positions in the same currency pair at any one time.
  • You can run multiple positions for each currency pair which can be individually selected for closing.

Why Trade with Star Financial Markets?

Star Financial Markets are committed to providing the best trading experience possible and have created a world class offering focussed on maximizing your value, support options and cost benefits. These include:

  • 24 Hour Internet Trading: Access 24 hour, 2-way streaming interbank pricing on forex, spot gold, silver, oil, and indices. Star Financial Markets state of the art trading platform is a free and easy to use click and deal trading platform. Full Australian telephone support is available.
     
  • From 1 pip spreads on Major Currencies: Trade transparent competitive two-way streaming prices. Enjoy Star Financial Markets integrity on pricing with the most competitive spreads and consistent liquidity on the widest range of currency pairs.
     
  • Instantaneous auto trade executions: What you see is what you get. See the prices that you buy or sell at in your chosen market.
     
  • Leverage low margin requirements: Access margin requirements of 0.5% (leverage of 200 to 1, in some approved cases 400 to 1).
     
  • Personalised Customer Service: Deal over the internet or by phone. Star Financial Markets experienced and knowledgeable staff are available to answer any questions and provide assistance. Prompt attention is given to administrative or technical support queries.
     
  • Flexible trading sizes: Lot sizes start at 0.01.
     
  • Trade with a wide variety of order types: Including Market, Limit, Stop, If Done, and OCO.
     
  • Simple account opening process: It is simple to open and fund your trading account. Star Financial Market aims to make it as seamless as possible to trade.
     
  • Earn interest on cash balances: Star Financial Market pays interest on cash balances.
     
  • Hedging: Manage your account with the upmost flexibility. You can choose to either hedge an existing position by keeping long and short of the same currency pair open, or simply close out any existing individual position of your choice.
     
  • Risk management in real-time: Manage your account professionally. Enjoy the benefits of real time straight through processing of your trading account. Know your total account value, open position, and p/l in real-time.
     

The Star Advantage

  • Tight Spreads from 1 Pip on Majors
  • Trade from 1% Margin or less and Maximise your Leverage
  • Absolutely NO COMMISSION or Hidden Fees
  • Access to Real Time Charts and Economic News
  • No Dealer Intervention (NDD)
  • Australian Based ASIC Regulated Brokerage Firm with Local
  • Automated Trading with EXPERT ADVISORS to Enable You to Execute Winning trading Strategies
  • Locally Held Deposits with HSBC in Client Segregated Accounts
  • Instantaneous Auto Trade Executions
  • Flexible Trading Sizes
  • Earn Interest on Cash Balances
  • 24 Hour Support
Risk Warning: Trading Forex and Derivatives carries a high level of risk to your capital and you should only trade with money you can afford to lose. Trading Derivatives may not be suitable for all investors, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved, and seek independent advice if necessary. A Financial Services Guide (FSG) and Product Disclosure Statements (PDS) for these products is available from Star Financial Markets Pty Ltd to download at this website or hard copies can be sent by contacting the offices at the number above. The FSG and PDS should be considered before deciding to enter into any Derivative transactions with Star Financial Markets Pty Ltd. The information on this site is not directed at residents in any country or jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation. © 2011 Star Financial Markets Pty Ltd (Star FM) ACN 127 606 348. All rights reserved. Star Financial Markets Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative of AxiCorp Financial Services Pty Ltd AFSL 318232 ACN 127 606 348.