Commonwealth Securities
ifc markets
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Overview
Commonwealth Securities was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Australia, while ifc markets was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. Commonwealth Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while ifc markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Commonwealth Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ifc markets has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Commonwealth Securities and $250 at ifc markets.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | 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-F259 |
| Founded | 1999 | 2016 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Commonwealth Securities and ifc markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ifc markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $5000 at Commonwealth Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ifc markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Commonwealth Securities does not. Commonwealth Securities charges deposit fees; ifc markets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Commonwealth Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ifc markets supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Commonwealth Securities supports social and copy trading features, which ifc markets does not offer. Commonwealth Securities edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | 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 Commonwealth Securities and ifc markets compare. Commonwealth Securities runs regular live webinars; ifc markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Commonwealth Securities publishes daily market commentary; ifc markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Commonwealth Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Commonwealth Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Commonwealth Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ifc markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ifc markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ifc markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc 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 Commonwealth Securities and ifc markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Commonwealth Securities supports 2 languages and ifc markets supports 8, giving ifc markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | ifc 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 |