EBC Financial Group has launched a temporary pricing promotion that removes both commission and overnight swap fees from eligible US stock and ETF contracts for difference.
The offer is available to eligible existing and prospective clients until September 11, 2026, subject to campaign rules, product eligibility, platform conditions, and regional availability.
EBC Removes Two Key CFD Trading Costs
The promotion targets two costs that can materially affect the economics of trading stock and ETF CFDs: transaction commissions and overnight financing.
Under the campaign, eligible trades carry zero commission, meaning clients are not charged the applicable transaction commission when opening or closing qualifying positions.
The zero swap fee component removes the overnight financing charge that would otherwise accrue when an eligible leveraged CFD position remains open from one trading day to the next.
Both waivers remain in effect until September 11, 2026, subject to EBC’s promotional conditions.
Trader Takeaway
Why Commission and Swap Fees Matter
Commission and overnight financing affect traders in different ways.
Commission generally increases with trading frequency. A trader who opens and closes positions regularly may accumulate significant transaction costs over time.
Swap or overnight financing charges instead become more relevant as a position remains open for longer periods.
By temporarily waiving both costs, EBC is targeting both active traders and clients who may hold leveraged positions overnight for longer durations.
| Cost | Normal Impact | Promotion |
| Commission | Accumulates when qualifying trades are opened or closed | Waived on eligible products |
| Overnight Swap | Can accrue when leveraged positions remain open overnight | Waived on eligible products |
| Campaign End | — | September 11, 2026 |
The Promotion Covers US Stock and ETF CFDs
The fee waiver applies to eligible contracts for difference linked to US-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds.
CFDs allow traders to speculate on the price movement of an underlying stock or ETF without purchasing the underlying security itself.
That distinction is important. A CFD position does not generally provide the same ownership rights as holding the actual listed share or ETF directly.
CFDs are also leveraged products, meaning clients can control a larger market exposure with a smaller initial margin deposit.
Product Takeaway
Lower Fees Do Not Remove Leverage Risk
The absence of commission and overnight swap charges may reduce the cost of eligible positions, but the main trading risks remain unchanged.
Leveraged CFDs amplify both gains and losses. A relatively small move in the underlying stock or ETF can therefore have a larger effect on the capital committed to the trade.
Clients may also still face other trading costs or conditions, including spreads, slippage, margin requirements, conversion costs, and execution differences depending on the relevant product and account.
The promotional waiver should therefore be evaluated as a pricing benefit rather than as a reduction in the underlying market risk.
EBC Positions Offer Around Transparency and Flexibility
EBC said the campaign forms part of a broader effort to improve client experience and provide greater flexibility across its trading services.
“This offer is part of our broader mission to deliver higher quality services and client experiences. As EBC continues to grow, we remain committed to establishing a global ecosystem that can also offer greater transparency and flexibility, to accommodate traders of all levels.”
— Andria Phiniefs, Marketing Director, EBC Financial Group
The promotion may appeal particularly to traders whose strategies involve frequent transactions or holding positions beyond a single trading session.
However, users still need to evaluate whether the underlying CFD strategy is appropriate rather than changing trading frequency or holding periods solely because certain fees have temporarily been removed.
Risk Takeaway
Pricing Promotions Remain a Competitive Tool for Brokers
Fee-based campaigns have become one way for multi-asset brokers to differentiate their offerings as competition increases around stocks, ETFs, and other traditionally exchange-based markets.
Brokers can compete through spreads, commissions, financing costs, platform functionality, product availability, execution, and extended market access.
Removing commission alone can appeal to active traders, while eliminating swap charges addresses a different cost profile associated with longer-held leveraged positions.
Combining the two creates a broader pricing proposition than a single-fee promotion.
What Traders Should Check
Before participating in the campaign, clients should review the full terms and determine which products, accounts, and regions qualify.
Relevant considerations include:
- Which US stock and ETF CFDs are eligible
- Account eligibility
- Regional restrictions
- Applicable spreads
- Margin and leverage requirements
- Whether other financing or administrative charges apply
- The campaign start and end dates
- Conditions that could remove eligibility
The promotion expires on September 11, 2026, after which standard pricing may apply according to EBC’s prevailing trading conditions.
What Comes Next?
EBC’s temporary commission and swap waiver gives eligible clients a period of reduced trading costs across selected US stock and ETF CFDs.
The campaign also reflects the broader competition among CFD brokers to make equity-linked products more attractive through pricing rather than solely through leverage or product expansion.
The practical benefit for each trader will depend on trading frequency, position duration, spread conditions, account type, and the instruments being traded.
Most importantly, reduced fees do not change the leveraged nature of CFDs. Market losses can still significantly exceed the costs saved through the promotion.
Risk Warning: CFDs are complex leveraged instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly. Zero commission and zero overnight swap fees do not eliminate market risk, leverage risk, spreads, slippage, or other potential costs. Clients should ensure they understand how CFDs work before trading.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. The EBC promotion applies only to eligible US stock and ETF CFDs until September 11, 2026 and remains subject to campaign rules, platform conditions, product eligibility, and regional availability.
About EBC Financial Group
EBC Financial Group is a global financial brokerage and asset management brand providing retail, professional, and institutional clients with access to markets including currencies, commodities, and contracts for difference.
The group operates through regulated entities across jurisdictions including the United Kingdom, Australia, the Cayman Islands, Mauritius, and South Africa.