Amscot Stockbroking
Invast Global
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1853 | 1960 |
| Country | Austrailia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Invast Global has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25000 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Amscot Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Invast Global scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Invast Global edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Amscot Stockbroking and Invast Global compare. Invast Global has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Amscot Stockbroking does not. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Amscot Stockbroking and Invast Global 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 | Amscot Stockbroking | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |