BNP Paribas
CMC Markets
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Overview
BNP Paribas was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in UK, while CMC Markets was established in 1989 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. BNP Paribas serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; CMC Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at BNP Paribas and $200 at CMC Markets.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 1989 |
| Country | UK | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BNP Paribas and CMC Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BNP Paribas has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at CMC Markets). CMC Markets charges withdrawal fees while BNP Paribas does not, giving BNP Paribas an edge for frequent withdrawers. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BNP Paribas does not. Overall, BNP Paribas scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
BNP Paribas offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while CMC Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BNP Paribas supports social and copy trading features, which CMC Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BNP Paribas and CMC 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 | BNP Paribas | CMC 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. BNP Paribas accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while CMC Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BNP Paribas and CMC Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. BNP Paribas supports 2 languages and CMC Markets supports 8, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, French, Polish, Spanish, Swedish, Italian, and Norwegian |