Euro Pacific Bank
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while shaw and partners limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | 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-F305 |
| Founded | 1978 | 2014 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while shaw and partners limited does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Euro Pacific Bank does not. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; shaw and partners limited does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while shaw and partners limited 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 | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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, | 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 Euro Pacific Bank and shaw and partners limited compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Euro Pacific Bank maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 shaw and partners limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Euro Pacific Bank and shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving shaw and partners limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |