Who Topped the Charts? BrokersView's August Spread Analysis Compared

In August 2025, significant differences were observed across major brokers when comparing spreads on EURUSD, GBPUSD, and XAUUSD. Below, we highlight the best-performing brokers this month.

1.Decode Global

EURUSD: 10.9 points

GBPUSD: 12.7 points

XAUUSD: 15.0 points

Decode Global offers reliable trading conditions, making it suitable for traders seeking stability rather than ultra-low spreads. It performs consistently across all three instruments.

2.AUS Global

EURUSD: 1.6 points

GBPUSD: 7.2 points

XAUUSD: 5.0 points

With the tightest spreads across all three categories, it offers excellent trading conditions for both forex and gold traders. In particular, its 5-point average spread on XAUUSD is significantly lower than industry peers. Best choice for scalpers and gold traders.

3.EightCap

EURUSD: 11.3 points

GBPUSD: 13.7 points

XAUUSD: 13.1 points

EightCap ranks third overall. While its forex spreads are slightly higher than Decode Global, it performs better in gold trading with a 13.1-point XAUUSD spread, appealing to traders focusing on commodities.

EURUSD Average Spreads

IC Markets – Avg. 1.0 points | Worst 250 points

Tightest average spread in the market, great for scalpers and day traders. Occasional wide spikes can reach 250 points.

AUS Global – Avg. 1.6 points | Worst 140 points

Stable spreads with lower volatility risk despite being slightly wider than IC Markets.

ACY Securities – Avg. 8.6 points | Worst 158 points

With an average spread of 8.6 points, ACY is less competitive on EURUSD compared to the top two, but its worst spread (158 points) remains within a moderate range.

GBPUSD Average Spreads

IC Markets – Avg. 2.8 points | Worst 171 points

IC Markets again tops the list, offering a very competitive 2.8-point average on GBPUSD. The worst spread recorded (171 points) is reasonable given GBPUSD’s inherent volatility.

AUS Global – Avg. 7.2 points | Worst 192 points

AUS Global delivers a mid-tier average spread at 7.2 points, though it does show higher spread risk with worst cases reaching 192 points.

ACY Securities – Avg. 11.6 points | Worst 400 points

At 11.6 points average, ACY’s GBPUSD spread is notably wider, and the maximum spike (400 points) may concern traders during high-impact news.

XAUUSD Average Spreads

AUS Global: Avg. 5 points | Worst 190 points
Leading option for gold trading, with very low average spreads. Worst spreads remain manageable.

IC Markets: Avg. 8.7 points | Worst 104 points
Solid trading conditions; worst spread lower than AUS Global, suggesting stability in volatile markets.

EightCap: Avg. 13.1 points | Worst 323 points
Decent average spread for gold, but high volatility risk during spikes.

Conclusion

For EURUSD & GBPUSD, IC Markets remains the top performer with the tightest average spreads, ideal for scalpers and short-term traders.

XAUUSD: AUS Global provides the most cost-efficient trading conditions, while IC Markets offers more stable spreads during volatile sessions.

Data Source: Brokersview Spread Ranking