Argonaut Securities
fx global markets
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while fx global markets was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while fx global markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx global markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $250 at fx global markets.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2017 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and fx global markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fx global markets). fx global markets charges withdrawal fees while Argonaut Securities does not, giving Argonaut Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; fx global markets does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fx global markets 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 | Argonaut Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Argonaut Securities and fx global markets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Argonaut Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fx global markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx global markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx global markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | fx global 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 Argonaut Securities and fx global markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Argonaut Securities supports 2 languages and fx global markets supports 8, giving fx global markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |