Forex Financial Services
icm capital
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Overview
Forex Financial Services was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Australia, while icm capital was established in 2015 and is based in Geneva. Forex Financial Services holds licences including Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC), while icm capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Forex Financial Services serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; icm capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $2500 at Forex Financial Services and $250 at icm capital.
| Feature | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $2500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC) | 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-F258 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
| Country | Australia | Geneva |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex Financial Services and icm capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. icm capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $2500 at Forex Financial Services). icm capital charges withdrawal fees while Forex Financial Services does not, giving Forex Financial Services an edge for frequent withdrawers. Forex Financial Services charges deposit fees; icm capital does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $2500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Forex Financial Services offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while icm capital 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 | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | 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 Forex Financial Services and icm capital compare. icm capital runs regular live webinars; Forex Financial Services does not. icm capital has a video library; Forex Financial Services does not. icm capital publishes daily market commentary; Forex Financial Services does not. icm capital integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Forex Financial Services does not. icm capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. icm capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex Financial Services accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while icm capital supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). icm capital uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. icm capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex Financial Services and icm capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex Financial Services supports 2 languages and icm capital supports 8, giving icm capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex Financial Services | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |