Euro Pacific Bank
Sharekhan
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while Sharekhan was established in 2000 and is based in India. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while Sharekhan is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Sharekhan has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $0 at Sharekhan.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1978 | 2000 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific 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 $100 at Euro Pacific Bank). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; Sharekhan does not. Overall, Sharekhan scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, 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. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Euro Pacific 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Euro Pacific Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Sharekhan supports 1 (bank transfer). Euro Pacific Bank uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific 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 Euro Pacific Bank and Sharekhan offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and Sharekhan supports 13, giving Sharekhan broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific 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 |