Adamant Finance
Circle Markets
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Overview
Adamant Finance was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while Circle Markets was established in 2007 and is based in New Zealand. Adamant Finance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Circle Markets is regulated by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) among others. Adamant Finance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Circle Markets has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2007 |
| Country | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Adamant Finance and Circle Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Adamant Finance does not, giving Adamant Finance an edge for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Adamant Finance does not. Overall, Adamant Finance scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Adamant Finance offers MT5, cTrader, while Circle Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Adamant Finance supports social and copy trading features, which Circle Markets does not offer. Circle Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Adamant Finance and Circle Markets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Adamant Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Adamant Finance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Circle Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Adamant Finance and Circle Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |