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Forex Regulation in Australia

Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)

ASIC adopted ESMA-style leverage limits in 2021 (30:1 for major FX). Australia has no government compensation scheme for financial products, making broker selection critical. Only use ASIC-licensed brokers.

Max Leverage (Retail)

30:1

Investor Compensation

No government compensation scheme

Negative Balance Protection

Yes (mandatory)

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