City Index
fbs inc
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Overview
City Index was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in UK, while fbs inc was established in 2018 and is based in Australia. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. City Index serves 14,000+ clients worldwide; fbs inc has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at City Index and $250 at fbs inc.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) | 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-F225 |
| Founded | 1983 | 2018 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 14,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between City Index and fbs inc, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. City Index has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $250 at fbs inc). City Index charges withdrawal fees while fbs inc does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. City Index applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fbs inc does not. City Index charges deposit fees; fbs inc does not. Overall, City Index scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
City Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fbs inc supports 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. City Index edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 City Index and fbs inc compare. fbs inc runs regular live webinars; City Index does not. fbs inc has a video library; City Index does not. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; City Index does not. fbs inc integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); City Index does not. fbs inc maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. City Index accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while fbs inc supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fbs inc uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 City Index and fbs inc offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. City Index supports 6 languages and fbs inc supports 8, giving fbs inc broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | City Index | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, German, Arabic, Polish, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |