fbs inc
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
fbs inc was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Australia, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. fbs inc holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. fbs inc serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fbs inc and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| Regulation | 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-F225 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2018 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fbs inc and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. fbs inc has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). XGLOBAL Markets charges withdrawal fees while fbs inc does not, giving fbs inc an edge for frequent withdrawers. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; fbs inc does not. Overall, fbs inc scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fbs inc offers MT5, cTrader, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fbs inc supports social and copy trading features, which XGLOBAL Markets does not offer. XGLOBAL Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how fbs inc and XGLOBAL Markets compare. fbs inc runs regular live webinars; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fbs inc maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. fbs inc accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fbs inc uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both fbs inc and XGLOBAL Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fbs inc supports 8 languages and XGLOBAL Markets supports 2, giving fbs inc broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fbs inc | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |