Capital Index
fx global markets
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while fx global markets was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while fx global markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx global markets has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | Capital Index | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 |
| Founded | 2004 | 2017 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and fx global markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Capital Index charges deposit fees; fx global markets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Capital Index | fx global markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Capital Index 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 Capital Index does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Capital Index | 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 | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | 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 Capital Index 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 | Capital Index | 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. Capital Index 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 | Capital Index | 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 Capital Index and fx global markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Capital Index supports 2 languages and fx global markets supports 8, giving fx global markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Capital Index | 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 |