CMC Markets
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in UK, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. CMC Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. CMC Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at CMC Markets and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1989 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CMC Markets and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $200 at CMC Markets). CMC Markets charges withdrawal fees while Uniglobe Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uniglobe Markets does not. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; CMC Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
CMC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CMC Markets and Uniglobe Markets compare. CMC Markets runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. CMC Markets has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. CMC Markets publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. CMC Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. CMC Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. CMC Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CMC Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe 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 CMC Markets and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CMC Markets supports 8 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, French, Polish, Spanish, Swedish, Italian, and Norwegian | English, and Chinese |