Alpha Capital Markets
Sharekhan
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while Sharekhan was established in 2000 and is based in India. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while Sharekhan is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Sharekhan has 1,500,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $0.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1999 | 2000 |
| Country | UK | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and Sharekhan, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $0. Sharekhan charges withdrawal fees while Alpha Capital Markets does not, giving Alpha Capital Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Alpha Capital Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Sharekhan does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Alpha Capital Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Sharekhan 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 | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| 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 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Alpha Capital Markets and Sharekhan compare. Sharekhan runs regular live webinars; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Sharekhan publishes daily market commentary; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Sharekhan maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Sharekhan scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Alpha Capital Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Sharekhan supports 1 (bank transfer). Alpha Capital Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Alpha Capital Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Alpha Capital Markets and Sharekhan offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Alpha Capital Markets supports 2 languages and Sharekhan supports 13, giving Sharekhan broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |