CM Trading
CMC Markets
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Overview
CM Trading was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Seychelles, while CMC Markets was established in 1989 and is based in UK. CM Trading holds licences including Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), while CMC Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. CM Trading serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; CMC Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at CM Trading and $200 at CMC Markets.
| Feature | CM Trading | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 1989 |
| Country | Seychelles | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CM Trading and CMC Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CMC Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at CM Trading). CMC Markets charges withdrawal fees while CM Trading does not, giving CM Trading an edge for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, CMC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CM Trading | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
CM Trading offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while CMC Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. CM Trading supports social and copy trading features, which CMC Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CM Trading | 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 | MT4, Mirror Trader, Sirix, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 CM Trading and CMC Markets compare. CMC Markets runs regular live webinars; CM Trading does not. Both provide video tutorials. CMC Markets publishes daily market commentary; CM Trading does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. CMC Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. CMC Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CM Trading | CMC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CM Trading 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 | CM Trading | 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 CM Trading and CMC Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CM Trading supports 2 languages and CMC Markets supports 8, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CM Trading | 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 |