Bridges Financial Services
CMC Markets
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Overview
Bridges Financial Services was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Australia, while CMC Markets was established in 1989 and is based in UK. Bridges Financial Services holds licences including ABN 60 003 474 977, while CMC Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bridges Financial Services serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; CMC Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bridges Financial Services and $200 at CMC Markets.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Regulation | ABN 60 003 474 977, AFSL No. 240837 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 1989 |
| Country | Australia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bridges Financial Services and CMC Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bridges Financial Services has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at CMC Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Bridges Financial Services does not. Bridges Financial Services charges deposit fees; CMC Markets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Bridges Financial Services offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while CMC Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bridges Financial Services supports social and copy trading features, which CMC Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | 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 | MetaTrader 4 | 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 Bridges Financial Services 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 | Bridges Financial Services | 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. Bridges Financial Services 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 | Bridges Financial Services | 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 Bridges Financial Services and CMC Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Bridges Financial Services supports 2 languages and CMC Markets supports 8, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | 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 |