Amscot Stockbroking
Valbury Capital
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Valbury Capital was established in 2008 and is based in UK. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while Valbury Capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Valbury Capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $15000 at Valbury Capital.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $15000 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1853 | 2008 |
| Country | Austrailia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and Valbury Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Valbury Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $15000 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Amscot Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while Valbury Capital does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Valbury Capital applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Amscot Stockbroking does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $15000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while Valbury Capital supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Valbury Capital supports social and copy trading features, which Amscot Stockbroking does not offer. Valbury Capital edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Amscot Stockbroking and Valbury Capital compare. Valbury Capital has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Valbury Capital integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Amscot Stockbroking does not. Valbury Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Valbury Capital supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Valbury Capital 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 | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |