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CMC Markets
vs
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City Index

A side-by-side breakdown on spreads, platforms, costs and our BTS scores — to help you decide which fits your trading.

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Our verdict

CMC Markets takes this matchup with a higher BTS score (92/100), driven by its platform depth and regulation. City Index remains a strong choice for tighter spreads.

Side by side

The numbers

Key facts compared. Green marks the stronger of the two on each row.

BTS Score
92/100
90/100
Founded
1989
1983
Min deposit
£0
£100
FTSE 100 spread
from 1 pt
from 1 pt
Regulation
FCA #173730
FCA #113942
Flagship platform
Next Generation
City Index Web Trader
Tax status
Tax-free
Tax-free
Scorecards

Category breakdown

How each broker rates across the six BTS factors.

CMC Markets logo
CMC Markets92/100
Spreads
9.1
Platform
9.5
AI Tools
8.2
Markets
9.0
Education
8.8
Regulation
9.7
City Index logo
City Index90/100
Spreads
9.3
Platform
8.7
AI Tools
8.8
Markets
8.9
Education
8.2
Regulation
9.6
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