Euro Pacific Bank
the share centre
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while the share centre was established in 2019 and is based in Bulgaria. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while the share centre is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; the share centre has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $250 at the share centre.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F322 |
| Founded | 1978 | 2019 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and the share centre, 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 the share centre). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. the share centre applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Euro Pacific Bank does not. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; the share centre does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while the share centre 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 | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; the share centre does not. Both provide video tutorials. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; the share centre 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 | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). the share centre uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. the share centre scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and the share centre supports 8, giving the share centre broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |