Best brokers for commodities in Malaysia
5 of the 7 brokers we review offer commodities to residents of Malaysia. XTB takes first place, followed by two brokers picked from those that serve Malaysia.
By Broksal Team, investing in forex and CFD markets since 2017. Updated . How we test
How we score
Each broker gets five sub-scores out of 5:
Regulation and safety (30%), trading costs (25%), platforms and tools (20%), range of markets (15%) and ease of use (10%). The overall score is the weighted average, rounded to one decimal.
Availability is checked against each broker's published country lists. The ranking order is editorial and reflects our commercial agreements, so it does not always follow the scores. Full methodology
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Top 3 commodity brokers for Malaysia
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Our top pick in Malaysia
XTB
4.8Own platform, no minimum deposit, commission-free stocks and ETFs within a monthly limit
Commodity CFDs Gold, oil and other commodity CFDs on xStation 5, with sentiment data and an economic calendar built in.
- Minimum deposit
- No minimum
- Platforms
- xStation 5 (web & desktop), XTB mobile app
- Entity for Malaysia
- XTB International Limited — Offshore entity
- CFDs
- Yes
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xStation 5: Market Watch with sentiment tabs on the left, an EUR/USD hourly chart with one-click order entry, and open positions below. Account number blurred. What we like
- Publicly listed in Warsaw with KNF, FCA and CySEC oversight
- No minimum deposit
- xStation 5 is fast, clean and has built-in market sentiment and calendars
- Real stocks and ETFs commission-free up to €100,000 monthly turnover
Watch out for
- No MetaTrader or cTrader
- Since March 2026 the international entity accepts residents of only a short list of countries
- Inactivity fee after 12 months without trading
Fees
CFDs are priced through the spread on the Standard account. Real stocks and ETFs are commission-free up to €100,000 of monthly turnover, then 0.2% (minimum €10). Currency conversion and overnight swap costs apply.
Best for
Beginners and active traders who want one app for CFDs and real stocks.
- 2
eToro
4.3CopyTrader and a social feed on a Nasdaq-listed platform
Commodity CFDs Commodity CFDs, with round-the-clock trading on selected markets since 2026.
- Minimum deposit
- Varies by country
- Platforms
- eToro web platform, eToro mobile app
- Entity for Malaysia
- eToro (Europe) Ltd or regional entity — CySEC
- CFDs
- Yes
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eToro homepage after the 2026 brand refresh, highlighting its Nasdaq listing (ETOR) and the new mobile app. What we like
- CopyTrader lets you mirror other investors' portfolios
- Listed on Nasdaq; FCA, CySEC and ASIC regulated
- Very easy app for stocks, ETFs and crypto
Watch out for
- CFD spreads are wider than at IC Markets or XTB
- Not available in Canada, Japan, India, Turkey and most of Africa
- Withdrawal and currency conversion fees on the USD account
Fees
CFD costs are in the spread (about 1 pip on EUR/USD), plus overnight fees on leveraged positions. Withdrawals from the USD account cost $5 and currency conversion is charged on non-USD deposits; eToro removed its inactivity fee on 28 May 2026.
Best for
Investors who want to copy other traders.
- 3
IC Markets
4.6Raw spreads, MetaTrader, cTrader and TradingView in one account (now branded IC)
Commodity CFDs Commodity, futures and bond CFDs on raw-spread accounts.
- Minimum deposit
- From $0 (varies by entity)
- Platforms
- MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader +1
- Entity for Malaysia
- Raw Trading Ltd (IC Markets Global) — FSA (Seychelles)
- CFDs
- Yes
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IC EU homepage after the rebrand from IC Markets: raw spreads from 0.0 pips and leverage up to 1:30 for EU retail clients. What we like
- Raw Spread accounts with low commissions
- Four platforms, including cTrader and TradingView
- ASIC and CySEC regulated entities
- Popular with automated and high-volume traders
- Rebranded to IC in 2026; same regulated entities
Watch out for
- Not available in the US, Canada, Israel or New Zealand
- Minimum deposit depends on the entity you are assigned
- Thin education and research compared with XTB or IBKR
Fees
Raw Spread accounts charge a commission per lot on top of raw interbank spreads (on MetaTrader it is $3.50 per side per standard lot). The Standard account has no commission and wider spreads. Swaps apply overnight.
Best for
Cost-sensitive and algorithmic traders.
Also available in Malaysia:
XM 4.6
Interactive Brokers 4.7
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Each broker publishes its own current loss percentage on its website.
Commodities from Malaysia: the rules
Offshore entities serving Malaysia may allow higher leverage on commodities; oil and gold can move several percent in a day. Locally, financial services are supervised by the Securities Commission Malaysia.
Best time to trade gold and oil from Kuala Lumpur
Gold and oil are usually most liquid while London and New York are both open: 21:30–23:30 local time (UTC+8, early October 2026). Commodity CFDs pause briefly each day and close at weekends.
Tax
Malaysia generally does not tax individuals' capital gains from investments, but profits from trading as a business can be taxed as income. Check with LHDN if you trade frequently. This is general information, not tax advice. More on trading from Malaysia.
All 7 brokers we review, checked for commodities in Malaysia
| Broker | Status | Access | Entity for Malaysia |
|---|---|---|---|
| XTB | #1 in this ranking | Commodity CFDs | XTB International Limited — Offshore entity |
| XM | Available | Commodity CFDs | XM Global Limited — FSC (Belize) |
| IC Markets | #3 in this ranking | Commodity CFDs | Raw Trading Ltd (IC Markets Global) — FSA (Seychelles) |
| Interactive Brokers | Available | Futures and CFDs | Interactive Brokers LLC / regional affiliate — Top-tier regulators |
| Freedom24 | Not available in Malaysia | — | — |
| IQ Option | Regulator warning | — | — |
| eToro | #2 in this ranking | Commodity CFDs | eToro (Europe) Ltd or regional entity — CySEC |
Commodities rankings in countries bordering Malaysia
| Country | Brokers offering commodities | #1 |
|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇳 Brunei | 4 | XM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 4 | XM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 6 | XTB |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best commodity broker in Malaysia?
XTB, in our ranking. Gold, oil and other commodity CFDs on xStation 5, with sentiment data and an economic calendar built in. eToro and IC Markets complete the top 3.
Which brokers offer commodities to residents of Malaysia?
Of the brokers we review: XTB (commodity cfds), XM (commodity cfds), IC Markets (commodity cfds), Interactive Brokers (futures and cfds) and eToro (commodity cfds).
What are the rules for commodities in Malaysia?
Offshore entities serving Malaysia may allow higher leverage on commodities; oil and gold can move several percent in a day.
When is commodities most liquid in Malaysia?
Usually 21:30–23:30 local time, while London and New York are both open (early October 2026 times).
What is the best broker for trading gold?
XTB leads our ranking where it is available. Use our gold calculator to see what each dollar of price movement is worth for your position.
Availability last checked 6 October 2026. Brokers change their country lists without notice; the broker's sign-up form is the final word.