Directshares
mgk global
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Overview
Directshares was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while mgk global was established in 2011 and is based in Cayman Islands. Directshares holds licences including The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM), while mgk global is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Directshares serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; mgk global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Directshares and $250 at mgk global.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) | 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-F278 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2011 |
| Country | Australia | Cayman Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Directshares and mgk global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at mgk global). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Directshares charges deposit fees; mgk global does not. Overall, Directshares scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Directshares offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while mgk global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Directshares supports social and copy trading features, which mgk global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | 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 Directshares and mgk global compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Directshares accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while mgk global supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). mgk global uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. mgk global scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Directshares and mgk global offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Directshares supports 2 languages and mgk global supports 8, giving mgk global broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Directshares | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |