CIM Banque
the share centre
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Overview
CIM Banque was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Geneva, while the share centre was established in 2019 and is based in Bulgaria. CIM Banque holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while the share centre is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. CIM Banque serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; the share centre has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at CIM Banque and $250 at the share centre.
| Feature | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F322 |
| Founded | 1995 | 2019 |
| Country | Geneva | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CIM Banque and the share centre, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CIM Banque has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at the share centre). the share centre charges withdrawal fees while CIM Banque does not, giving CIM Banque an edge for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. the share centre charges deposit fees; CIM Banque does not. Overall, CIM Banque scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
CIM Banque offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while the share centre 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 | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android ,iPhone,Mac,iPade | 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 CIM Banque and the share centre compare. CIM Banque runs regular live webinars; the share centre does not. Both provide video tutorials. CIM Banque publishes daily market commentary; the share centre does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. CIM Banque maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. CIM Banque scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CIM Banque accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while the share centre supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). the share centre uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. the share centre scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CIM Banque and the share centre offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CIM Banque supports 2 languages and the share centre supports 8, giving the share centre broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CIM Banque | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |