Australian-Owned · Globally Connected
Everything self-directed investors and traders require - access to global markets, AI powered research, a platform that enables your strategy and education that elevates your thinking.
Access ASX, US and all major international exchanges.
Invest in a range of Australian and international bonds.
Trade on ASX, US and global futures and options exchanges.
Available for wholesale and professional clients only.
Choose from over 24,000 US and European shares and ETFs.
Available over ASX, US and other international shares.
Fund your account and hold assets in a number of major currencies.
Automate your investment strategy with regular contributions.
Australian-Owned · Globally Connected
Everything self-directed investors and traders require - access to global markets, AI powered research, a platform that enables your strategy and education that elevates your thinking.
Access ASX, US and all major international exchanges.
Invest in a range of Australian and international bonds.
Trade on ASX, US and global futures and options exchanges.
Available for wholesale and professional clients only.
Choose from over 24,000 US and European shares and ETFs.
Available over ASX, US and other international shares.
Fund your account and hold assets in a number of major currencies.
Automate your investment strategy with regular contributions.
Investors
Everything you need to build a global portfolio. All in one place. All at a competitive price.
Whether you're just starting out or managing a sophisticated multi-asset portfolio, Cygnus gives you the products, the pricing and the platform to invest the way you've always wanted to.
"Build it your way, from your first fractional share to a fully leveraged global portfolio. Cygnus is the only Australian broker that grows with you at every stage."
Traders
Every instrument you need to trade global markets. One account. Capital efficiency. No surprises.
Cygnus gives active traders access to the full suite of listed and OTC instruments, with institutional-grade execution, transparent commission pricing and no hidden spreads.
"The same instruments used by professional traders and institutions, now available to self-directed traders and investors who value risk management, local service and competitive pricing."
OUR PRICING
US commissions start from 2¢ per share , minimum USD$3.00 per trade.
Currency conversion is typically the largest expense when buying overseas shares, yet most brokers charge upwards of 0.5% and bury it in the fine print.
Wholesale and corporate clients borrowing in USD pay from 6.63% p.a. Rates are tiered, so larger balances attract lower rates.
Uninvested USD balances earn interest from USD$10,000 , with the full 2.3% p.a. rate applied on balances above USD$100,000.
Rates are indicative and subject to change. Please refer to the full pricing schedule for complete terms.
ACCOUNT TYPES
Whether you're investing as an individual, with a partner, through a company or trust, or managing
a self-managed super fund, Cygnus has an account structure designed for you.
The most straightforward way to invest. Full personal ownership of your investments, access to the complete Cygnus product suite appropriate to your client classification, and a single view of your entire portfolio in one place.
Two account holders invest together under a single portfolio, ideal for couples, business partners or co-investors who want shared visibility and control. Both holders have full access; investments are held jointly and reported under both names.
Cygnus supports discretionary family trusts, unit trusts and other trust structures. The trustee or trustees operate the account on behalf of the trust, with investments held in the name of the trust.
A company invests directly in its own name. All investments are held in the company's name and reported accordingly for accounting and tax purposes. Commonly used by investment holding companies, family investment vehicles and businesses deploying surplus capital.
A dedicated account type designed for the obligations and investment needs of SMSF trustees. Provides access to a product set consistent with SIS Act requirements, including ASX and international shares and ETFs, listed options under approved strategies, fixed income, and interest-bearing cash balances. Leveraged products including margin lending and CFDs are not available within the SMSF account type.
Full integration with Class Super means your SMSF accountant can access portfolio data, valuations and transaction history directly, reducing the administrative burden at year end and supporting accurate, timely reporting.
ACCOUNT TYPES
Whether you're investing as an individual, with a partner, through a company or trust, or managing a self-managed super fund, Cygnus has an account structure designed for you.
The most straightforward way to invest. Full personal ownership of your investments, access to the complete Cygnus product suite appropriate to your client classification, and a single view of your entire portfolio in one place.
Two account holders invest together under a single portfolio, ideal for couples, business partners or co-investors who want shared visibility and control. Both holders have full access; investments are held jointly and reported under both names.
Cygnus supports discretionary family trusts, unit trusts and other trust structures. The trustee or trustees operate the account on behalf of the trust, with investments held in the name of the trust.
A company invests directly in its own name. All investments are held in the company's name and reported accordingly for accounting and tax purposes. Commonly used by investment holding companies, family investment vehicles
and businesses deploying surplus capital.
A dedicated account type designed for the obligations and investment needs of SMSF trustees. Provides access to a product set consistent with SIS Act requirements, including ASX and international shares and ETFs, listed options under approved strategies, fixed income, and interest-bearing cash balances. Leveraged products including margin lending and CFDs are not available within the SMSF account type.
Full integration with Class Super means your SMSF accountant can access portfolio data, valuations and transaction history directly, reducing the administrative burden at year end and supporting accurate, timely reporting.
Who We Are
Built for ambitious investors and traders
Cygnus Global Markets is an Australian broker built for self-directed investors and traders looking for a multi-asset platform that allows them to execute their investment vision with confidence. Founded by a financial markets professional with more than 30 years of experience working with retail, wholesale and institutional clients, Cygnus is built on one principle: that Australians deserve access to a full suite of investment products at prices that enhance the value of their capital by minimising their costs.
"My focus is on working with clients who want to better understand investment markets, the products available to them, the risks involved, and how a considered approach to both can build real wealth over the long term. That's one of the reasons we created The Edge, a library of markets and product knowledge built for investors and traders who want to go deeper."
Adam Smith — Founder & CEO
Who We Are
Built for ambitious investors and traders
Cygnus Global Markets is an Australian broker built for self-directed investors and traders looking for a multi-asset platform that allows them to execute their investment vision with confidence. Founded by a financial markets professional with more than 30 years of experience working with retail, wholesale and institutional clients, Cygnus is built on one principle: that Australians deserve access to a full suite of investment products at prices that enhance the value of their capital by minimising their costs.
"My focus is on working with clients who want to better understand investment markets, the products available to them, the risks involved, and how a considered approach to both can build real wealth over the long term. That's one of the reasons we created The Edge, a library of markets and product knowledge built for investors and traders who want to go deeper."
Adam Smith — Founder & CEO
Why Cygnus
Our client services team is happy to walk you through the options. Most structures are straightforward, and where they're not, we'll tell you honestly and recommend you seek independent advice. Talk to us: [email protected]
CFDs, Margin FX and securities short selling are available to wholesale and professional clients only, alongside USD margin lending. Margin FX covers 300+ currency pairs with interbank pass-through pricing and tiered commissions from 0.40 bps. All other clients access the full range of shares, ETFs, bonds, listed options, futures and margin lending over ASX and international shares.
Yes. The SMSF account type gives you a product set consistent with SIS Act requirements: ASX and international shares and ETFs, listed options under approved strategies, fixed income and interest-bearing cash. Leveraged products such as margin lending and CFDs sit outside the SMSF account type. Class Super integration is live now.
FX conversion at 0.30%. Margin lending from 6.88% p.a. for wholesale clients. Interest from 3% on AUD cash balances and 2% on USD. CFD financing at 2%. Sharp pricing across every product on the platform, not just the ones that are easy to advertise.
Start with Insights for our portfolio diversification analysis, or The Edge for the full Investor and Trader toolkits.
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Trading in financial products involves risk. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance. CFDs, Margin FX and short selling are available to wholesale and professional clients only.