Bell Potter Securities
fx global markets
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while fx global markets was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while fx global markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx global markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $250 at fx global markets.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 |
| Founded | 2015 | 2017 |
| Country | Austrailia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and fx global markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. fx global markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). fx global markets charges withdrawal fees while Bell Potter Securities does not, giving Bell Potter Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Bell Potter Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fx global markets does not. fx global markets charges deposit fees; Bell Potter Securities does not. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fx global markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fx global markets supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bell Potter 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 | MetaTrader 4 | 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 Bell Potter 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 | Bell Potter 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. Bell Potter 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 | Bell Potter 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 Bell Potter Securities and fx global markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Bell Potter 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 | Bell Potter 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 |