Amscot Stockbroking
macquarie securities limited
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while macquarie securities limited was established in 2019 and is based in United States. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while macquarie securities limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; macquarie securities limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $250 at macquarie securities limited.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F274 |
| Founded | 1853 | 2019 |
| Country | Austrailia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and macquarie securities limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. macquarie securities limited has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. macquarie securities limited charges deposit fees; Amscot Stockbroking does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while macquarie securities limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. macquarie securities limited supports social and copy trading features, which Amscot Stockbroking does not offer. macquarie securities limited edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 macquarie securities limited compare. macquarie securities limited runs regular live webinars; Amscot Stockbroking does not. macquarie securities limited has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. macquarie securities limited publishes daily market commentary; Amscot Stockbroking does not. macquarie securities limited integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Amscot Stockbroking does not. macquarie securities limited maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. macquarie securities limited scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 macquarie securities limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). macquarie securities limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. macquarie securities limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 macquarie securities limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Amscot Stockbroking supports 2 languages and macquarie securities limited supports 8, giving macquarie securities limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |