Solid execution, but the swap info could be clearer

Name: Solid execution, but the swap info could be clearer
Item: Pepperstone
Rating: 4
Author: Fatima Nasser

I’m Fatima from Dubai and I’ve been using Pepperstone mainly for short-term FX trades on MT5. Execution has been consistently smooth for me during London/NY overlap, and my orders generally fill without surprises. Spreads on majors feel competitive on my side, but around news events I still see the usual widening (not unique to them). What I’d like improved is how clearly the platform/account area explains overnight swap/rollover before I hold positions. I can find it, but it takes a bit of digging and the wording isn’t always beginner-friendly. Overall it’s been a reliable broker for my style, just not perfect on transparency/UX around costs.

Experience: 6 months
Country: United Arab Emirates
Account type: Standard
Deposit experience: 4/5
Withdrawal experience: 3/5
Support rating: 4/5

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