Amscot Stockbroking
FP Markets
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while FP Markets was established in 2005 and is based in Australia. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while FP Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FP Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $100 at FP Markets.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 1853 | 2005 |
| Country | Austrailia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and FP Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FP Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Amscot Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while FP Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while FP Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FP Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Amscot Stockbroking does not offer. FP Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | IRESSTrader,IRESSInvestor,netIRESS,XPLAN | MT4, MT5, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Amscot Stockbroking and FP Markets compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Amscot Stockbroking does not. FP Markets has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Amscot Stockbroking does not. FP Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Amscot Stockbroking does not. FP Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Amscot Stockbroking accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while FP Markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). FP Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP 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 Amscot Stockbroking and FP Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Amscot Stockbroking offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Not available |