Ducascopy Bank
Sharekhan
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Overview
Ducascopy Bank was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Sharekhan was established in 2000 and is based in India. Ducascopy Bank holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Sharekhan is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Ducascopy Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Sharekhan has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Ducascopy Bank and $0 at Sharekhan.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Financial Services Authority (FSA) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1998 | 2000 |
| Country | Switzerland | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ducascopy Bank and Sharekhan, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Sharekhan has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $5000 at Ducascopy Bank). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Overall, Sharekhan scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Ducascopy Bank offers MT5, cTrader, while Sharekhan supports MT4, 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. Sharekhan edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | JForex, MT4 (via Bridge), ZuluTrade, WebTrader, Binary Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ducascopy Bank and Sharekhan 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. Sharekhan scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ducascopy Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Sharekhan supports 1 (bank transfer). Ducascopy Bank uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Ducascopy Bank scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Ducascopy Bank and Sharekhan offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ducascopy Bank supports 2 languages and Sharekhan supports 13, giving Sharekhan broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |