Abshire Smith
fx global markets
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Overview
Abshire Smith was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in United kingdom, while fx global markets was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Abshire Smith holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while fx global markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Abshire Smith serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx global markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Abshire Smith and $250 at fx global markets.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 |
| Founded | 1997 | 2017 |
| Country | United kingdom | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Abshire Smith and fx global markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. fx global markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at Abshire Smith). fx global markets charges withdrawal fees while Abshire Smith does not, giving Abshire Smith an edge for frequent withdrawers. Abshire Smith charges deposit fees; fx global markets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Abshire Smith offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fx global markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, cTrader Platform | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Abshire Smith and fx global markets compare. fx global markets runs regular live webinars; Abshire Smith does not. fx global markets has a video library; Abshire Smith does not. fx global markets publishes daily market commentary; Abshire Smith does not. fx global markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Abshire Smith does not. fx global markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fx global markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Abshire Smith accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fx global markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx global markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx global markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Abshire Smith and fx global markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Abshire Smith supports 2 languages and fx global markets supports 8, giving fx global markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |