Advanced Global Markets
Argonaut Securities
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Argonaut Securities was established in 2009 and is based in Australia. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Argonaut Securities is regulated by Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Argonaut Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $1 at Argonaut Securities.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2009 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Argonaut Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Advanced Global Markets charges withdrawal fees while Argonaut Securities does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Argonaut Securities does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Argonaut Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Advanced Global Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and Argonaut Securities 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. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Advanced Global Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Argonaut Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Advanced Global Markets and Argonaut Securities 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 | Advanced Global Markets | Argonaut Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |