Fortrade
Go Markets
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Overview
Fortrade was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in UK, while Go Markets was established in 2009 and is based in Australia. Fortrade holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) FRN: 609970, while Go Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Fortrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Go Markets has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $1.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) FRN: 609970, National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB) FRN: 193075810, Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) ABN: 33 614 683 831 | AFSL: 493520, Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF) CRN: BC1148613, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF license number 385/20 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2009 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Fortrade and Go Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $1. Go Markets charges withdrawal fees while Fortrade does not, giving Fortrade an edge for frequent withdrawers. Fortrade charges deposit fees; Go Markets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Fortrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Go Markets supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Go Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Fortrade does not offer. Fortrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Fortrade and Go Markets compare. Go Markets runs regular live webinars; Fortrade does not. Go Markets has a video library; Fortrade does not. Go Markets publishes daily market commentary; Fortrade does not. Go Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Fortrade does not. Go Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Go Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Fortrade accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Neteller), while Go Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Fortrade uniquely supports PayPal and Neteller among the two brokers. Fortrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 Fortrade and Go Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Fortrade supports 1 language and Go Markets supports 2, giving Go Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Fortrade | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, and Chinese |