Ascot Securities
fx global markets
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while fx global markets was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Both brokers are regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), among other authorities. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx global markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $250 at fx global markets.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2017 |
| Country | Estonia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and fx global markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $250 at fx global markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fx global markets does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; fx global markets does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot 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 | Ascot 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 | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,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 Ascot Securities and fx global markets compare. fx global markets runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. fx global markets publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fx global markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fx global markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ascot 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 | Ascot 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 Ascot Securities and fx global markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot 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 | Ascot 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 |