Overall Score43 / 100The Wikilix trust rating of ZTE Broker, out of 100, built from the five factors below.The licences it claims have not been checked on any official register.Regulation25%Identity39%Client terms48%Trading offer67%Service50%Score last calculated 2026/10/26
Trading Conditions
Min Deposit:
USD20
Max Leverage:
1000
Account Types
ECN
VIP
Islamic
Islamic
Official website
ztetrading.com
Online · checked Sep 10, 2026
Funding Methods
8 methods
Credit/Debit Cards
credit card
Instant
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Bank Transfers
bank transfer
Up to 3 days
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
E-wallets
e wallet
Instant
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Local Currency Transfers (e.g., Rial)
bank transfer
Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Tether (USDT)
crypto
Up to 24 hours
Fee:Free
Fee:Not recorded
Cash USD Deposits
other
Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Online Portal Transfers
other
Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
International Bank Transfers
wire transfer
Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Fee:Not recorded
Trust rating
High risk35 to 49. Serious gaps in regulation, client terms or conduct; the record points to real risk for a deposit.Why: The licences it claims have not been checked on any official register.
43 out of 100 · 59% checkedThe share of the record we could verify. What we could not check counts as unknown and pulls the score toward the middle, never down.· Provisional
Do not trust
High risk
Fair
Good
Excellent
The licences it claims have not been checked on any official register.
We checked ZTE Broker on 2026-10-26 across its regulation, company record, client terms, trading offer and service, and could verify 59% of its record. It claims 1 licence on its site, but none has been checked on an official register yet. The score of 43 is what the checked record adds up to; nothing held it down. The rating stays provisional until a claimed licence is checked on an official register. What would move the score: licence held by the onboarding entity, verified age, transparency. No investigation has been published yet, so complaints and reputation are unknown. Its client terms have not been reviewed yet.
Score last calculated 2026/10/26
Regulation
Is someone watching them?
25out of 100
Poor
Counts for 35% of the score93% checked
What we checked
Best licence in force23
FSA 2023-00227 claimed, not checked on the register · Feb 3, 2026
Regulator protections30
FSA: 3 of 5 protections (claim, unchecked) · Feb 3, 2026
Licence held by the onboarding entity50
No licence checked on a register yet · Feb 3, 2026
Extra licences in force0
1 claimed licence(s), none checked · Feb 3, 2026
What this measures
Whether a financial authority supervises this broker: the licences it holds, whether we verified them on the official register, how strong that regulator is and what protection it gives clients. Worth 35 points of 100.
Identity
Who is behind it, and for how long?
39out of 100
Poor
Counts for 15% of the score60% checked
What we checked
Registry-verified entity0
No registered entity recorded
Verified ageNot checked yet
No verified age
Transparency25
1 of 4 transparency checks met (entity, address, complaints, ownership)
Site integrity100
Website reachable and not redirecting · Sep 10, 2026Source
What this measures
Who is behind it and for how long: a company registration we verified, years of verified history, how openly it names its entity, address and owners, and whether its website is intact. Worth 15 points.
Client terms
Are the client terms fair?
48out of 100
Poor
Counts for 15% of the score7% checked
What we checked
Policy riskNot checked yet
No published policy review
Critical clausesNot checked yet
No published policy review
Withdrawal rails22
9 rail(s): 0 fee-free of 0 known, 2 instant of 9 known, minimum unknown · Feb 3, 2026
Language parityNot checked yet
No published policy review
What this measures
How fair the client agreement is: the risk found in our policy review, the number of critical clauses, withdrawal rules, and whether the terms say the same in every language. Worth 15 points.
Trading offer
What does trading cost, and is it disclosed?
67out of 100
Good
Counts for 20% of the score55% checked
What we checked
All-in EURUSD costNot checked yet
No EURUSD spread known
Pricing disclosed per account type100
12 of 12 pricing cells filled across 4 account type(s) · Feb 3, 2026
Instrument breadthNot checked yet
No instrument counts known
Platforms85
1 platform(s) (MetaTrader 5), web · Feb 3, 2026
Leverage vs regulated cap20
Maximum leverage 1:1000 · Feb 3, 2026
Minimum deposit98
Minimum deposit $20 · Feb 3, 2026
What this measures
What trading costs and how clearly it is disclosed: pricing per account type, the all-in cost of EURUSD, instruments, platforms, leverage against regulated limits and the minimum deposit. Worth 20 points.
Service
How do they treat clients?
50out of 100
Fair
Counts for 15% of the score35% checked
What we checked
Fund-integrity complaintsNot checked yet
No published scam check
Support channels50
3 of 6 support checks (phone, email, 24/7 chat, 2+ languages, messenger, complaints email) · Feb 3, 2026
Reputation footprintNot checked yet
No published scam check
WIKILIX communityNot checked yet
0 approved review(s), fewer than 10
What this measures
How clients are treated: support channels, complaints about withdrawals and reputation from our investigation, and reviews by WIKILIX members. Worth 15 points.
What Wikilix has recorded about ZTE Broker: its history, the licences it holds, its trading conditions and its fees.
An Introduction to ZTE Broker
It is important that you select the right broker when you are trading online, whether you are new to trading or experienced at it. With its emphasis on providing traders with variety in terms of trading instruments as well as different types of trading accounts, ZTE Broker is making itself known within the financial services industry as an up-and-coming player. ZTE Broker is trying to establish itself as a global CFD broker by offering competitive terms of trade and diversified technology platforms.
Although ZTE Broker is fairly new to the brokerage industry, it is leveraging its ten years of combined experience in brokerage and banking worldwide in order to provide traders with a smooth trading experience and features such as "No Dealing Desk" execution and Guaranteed Customer Loss Insurance. The following article will provide you an extensive overview of ZTE Broker by covering ZTE Broker's Background & History, ZTE's services, regulatory information, trading conditions, fees, user experience and major events recent to ZTE Broker.
Background & History
ZTE Broker operates under the registered company name ZTE Trading Ltd in Saint Lucia with Company Number 2023-00227. Their website, , was originally registered on May 23rd 2022; the last known update to the ZTE Broker website occurred March 2023. ZTE Broker's headquarters are located at - Ground Floor The Sotheby Building, Rodney Village, Rodney Bay, Gros-Islet, St.Lucia.
ZTE Broker claims a decade worth of brokerage/International Banking experience; however, since the company was registered in 2022 and no public information exists regarding the company's founders or any other information about the company itself, ZTE Broker's history is currently unclear. ZTE Broker claims it is an international Brokerage and intends to provide its services to all prospective clients across the globe and in many different countries via a wide range of Trading Products and Services.
ZTE Broker's offerings consist of a large number of different trading instruments; primarily focused on trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and provides access to many different types of Markets, including forex pairs (Major and Minor Currencies), Commodities (such as Gold and Silver), Stocks, Indices and Cryptocurrencies, providing traders an opportunity to diversify their portfolios by spreading across multiple asset classes.
As a result, ZTE provides four different account types depending on the preferences/requirements of the client, which are as follows:
ECN Direct access to the market, with low spreads. This is very suitable for active traders.
VIP Low spreads and commissions, ideal for scalping and high volume trading.
Islamic Swap-Free accounts that meet the principles of Islamic finance.
Islamic VIP Combination of the benefits of the VIP account with Swap-Free Conditions.
Also, ZTE Broker offers a Demo Account free to all traders, to practice or learn how to use their Trading Platform.
Some unique features of this Broker include: the elimination of price slippage via using No Deal Desk (NDD) Execution, Customer Loss Insurance to protect the trader, and the ability to deposit and withdraw in real time without paying fees at Market Value. Furthermore, the Broker provides fully 24/7 Customer Service Support to all of their clients in different time zones and, on different continents, and monthly contests to give their clients a chance to win Prizes or Cash.
In areas where a trader is unable to access the MetaTrader 5 platform (such as Iran), ZTE Broker offers access to their Web Trader platform to allow the trader to continue trading.
Regulatory Compliance is one of the most important factors when selecting a Broker. ZTE Broker is Registered in the country of Saint Lucia with the Company Registration number 2023-00227.Although ZTE Broker does not possess any type of forex trading license issued by a prominent financial regulatory authority, there are independent reviews that confirm ZTE Broker is operating without obtaining any formal regulation as evidenced by the non-validity of any license issued by the Saint Lucia Financial Services Authority or other known regulatory authorities.
ZTE Broker has made the claim that they possess “official licenses” obtained from various financial institutions located in Saint Lucia, Cyprus, Saint Vincent, Australia, Canada, Kazakhstan, and Georgia. They also claim to be monitored by international organisations; however, ZTE Broker has failed to show any documentation to support these claims such as licence numbers or links to verification. As a result, ZTE Broker has had their claims disputed by various third-party sources.
The absence of any verified regulatory licensing means traders should take extra care before engaging with ZTE Broker and conduct thorough due diligence prior to opening an account.
Regulator
Licence Number
Status
Saint Lucia Financial Services Authority
Not disclosed
No verified licence
Cyprus Financial Institutions
Not disclosed
Unverified claim
Others (Australia, Canada, Kazakhstan and Georgia)
Not disclosed
Unverified claims
Trading Conditions and Platform Technology
Trading Conditions
ZTE Broker provides traders with leverage of up to 1:1000, which is higher than many regulated brokerages, and is an attractive option for traders looking for extreme leverage. It also advertises competitive spreads as well as low commission from traders using a VIP account; however, any numerical figures with regard to minimum deposits required, spreads and commissions are not disclosed on their public documents.
Platform Technology
Clients of ZTE Broker can utilise the extremely popular MetaTrader 5 (MT5) trading platform, which has been praised for offering traders advanced charting capabilities, automated trading and support for trading multiple asset classes. If clients are restricted in their access to the MT5 platform, ZTE Broker offers clients a web-based trading platform (Web Trader) to ensure seamless execution of trades.Traders can now use mobile apps to keep track of currency rates, execute their trades, and get updates about the financial markets while they are on-the-go.
Traders can secure their accounts with two-factor authentication to help protect their accounts from unauthorized access. The broker's technology infrastructure allows for instant trade execution and real-time market data, meeting the requirements of today's traders.
The following is a chart of the features:
Feature Details
Leverage Up to 1:1000
Spreads Competitive, lowest on VIP accounts (exact numbers not available)
Minimum Not specified
Deposit
Trading MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Web Trader, Mobile Apps
Platforms
Security Two-factor authentication
Execution No Dealing Desk (NDD), no price slippage
Type
Fee Structure: The ZTE Broker has a transparent fee structure and does not charge customers for deposits or withdraws. Transactions are conducted at the market dollar rate with no fee deductions. This is a good way for a trader to reduce costs. The broker does not provide any information about inactivity fees or other possible charges.
The following is a chart of the fees:
Fee Type Details
Deposit Fees None
Withdrawal Fees None
Commissions Low commissions, especially on VIP accounts (exact amounts unknown)
Inactivity Fees Not known
User Experience and Market Reputation: There are very few user reviews available regarding ZTE Broker. However, one of the few reviews comes from Reginald Thaddeus O'Connell, an Australian trader, who stated that the multiple types of trading accounts and the availability of the MT5 trading platform were a plus for ZTE Broker.Nevertheless, he warns of a lack of oversight and openness in the industry and advises future customers to do their homework and find alternatives with clearer guidelines.
ZTE Broker's commitment to 24/7 customer service via the Q&A section on its site, WhatsApp, and Telegram will provide an immediate response to any inquiries gives them a significant advantage when it comes to traders who require help quickly. In addition, many traders have a favorable view of the variety of products offered by ZTE Broker, demo accounts, and technology offerings.
The trading community has expressed concern over the fact that there is no verified regulatory oversight, there are limited geographical restrictions on the broker, and there is little transparency about the company's operations. As a result, the reputation of the broker is still being established, and potentially interested customers should carefully consider the aforementioned issues.
Recent News
As of 2024, ZTE Broker is still operating under a domain that is valid until May 2027. Also, there has been no major news relating to new offerings, changes to regulation, or changes in strategy. The guides describing registration and log-in in 2025 still indicate activity and continued support for new customers.
While there has been continued promotion to develop and increase customer loyalty, the absence of recent public communications seems to indicate that the broker will adopt a slow but steady approach to growth within a competitive market.
Conclusion
ZTE Broker has positioned itself as an adaptable CFD broker with vast products, competitive conditions for trading, and advanced trading technology. Additionally, the ability to open multiple accounts (Islamic, VIP, etc.) provides ZTE Broker with an extensive and varied trader base. Other ZTE Broker features such as no dealing desk execution, insurance for customer losses, and free and easy deposits are appealing to potential customers.
On the other hand, due to the absence of any verified regulatory licenses and the absence of open-book policies, the issue of lack of insight should be considered when deciding to trade with ZTE Broker. When making a decision about whether ZTE Broker is right for you, please do thorough research and carefully reflect on the risks of trading with an unregulated entity. Ultimately, ZTE Broker may provide high leverage and a broad range of products to traders, although caution in regard to adherence to regulations and safety must be observed.
Every licence ZTE Broker has in force is from an offshore regulator. Most carry no compensation scheme — each licence's record says what the issuing regulator actually requires.
0 of 1 checked
Licences on recordEvery licence or registration recorded for this broker, whether the broker claims it or our check found it.
1
Confirmed on registerLicences we located on the issuing regulator's own public register, with a screenshot taken at the time.
0
Tier 1 or 2Licences from tier-1 or tier-2 authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC and peers), the strongest client protection. A registration we could not confirm as a licence is not counted.
0
OffshoreLicences from offshore registers, which typically carry no compensation scheme and lighter oversight.
1
WIKILIX
Licence intelligence
The only licence on file
Licence Verification Record
Financial Services Authority2023-00227
Recorded from the firm's own disclosure. Not yet checked against the register.
These are the rules FSA sets for the firms it licenses. They are not a statement about how ZTE Broker applies them, or about which of its companies would hold your account.
A licence record describes what an authority published. It is not an endorsement, and Wikilix does not issue authorisations.
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Social channels
Social Presence
One official channel on record.
1 channel
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ZTE Broker provides customer support with live chat available during business hours and email support via info@ztetrading.com. Support is offered in English, and additional contact options include phone and WhatsApp.
ZTE Broker offers a maximum leverage of 1000. This high leverage level allows traders to control larger positions but also increases risk.
ZTE Broker supports various deposit methods including credit/debit cards, bank transfers, e-wallets, local currency transfers, Tether (USDT), and cash USD deposits. Processing times range from instant to a few days, and fees may vary depending on the method and provider, with some methods having no fees.
ZTE Broker offers the MetaTrader 5 platform, which is a multi-asset trading platform supporting desktop and web trader versions.
ZTE Broker is regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) of Saint Lucia, an offshore regulator. The broker holds a Financial Service license and operates under medium transparency. However, client fund insurance is not provided, and the FSA is considered a tier 3 global regulator.
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