Rakuten Securities Australia Review

About Rakuten Securities Australia

Rakuten Securities Australia Pty Ltd is an online forex and CFD broker headquartered in New South Wales, Australia. The company is authorised and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) under licence number 418036. It operates through the official website sec.rakuten.com.au and offers services primarily to Australian residents. The broker forms part of the Rakuten Group, a global financial and e-commerce conglomerate headquartered in Japan. ,

Rakuten Securities Australia provides trading in multiple asset classes including foreign exchange (FX) and contracts for difference (CFDs). The broker supports the MetaTrader 4 platform for desktop, web, and mobile trading, and implements negative balance protection for retail clients in accordance with ASIC regulations. It also allows hedging, scalping, and the use of Expert Advisors (EAs) on its platform. Accounts are available in various base currencies, and swap-free (Islamic) accounts are offered on request.

Who it’s for

• Traders seeking an ASIC-regulated broker with strong investor protection standards.
• Users who prefer the MetaTrader 4 platform for forex and CFD trading.
• Clients interested in access to hedging, scalping, and automated trading strategies.
• Investors looking for negative balance protection and optional Islamic accounts.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Regulated by ASIC under licence number 418036.
• Part of the Rakuten Group, a recognised international brand.
• Supports MetaTrader 4 with full EA and scalping functionality.
• Offers negative balance protection and swap-free accounts on request.

Cons

• Limited access for clients outside Australia due to regional restrictions.
• Information on specific account types, spreads, and deposit options is not detailed publicly.