FP Markets
HDFC Securities
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while HDFC Securities was established in 2000 and is based in India. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while HDFC Securities is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; HDFC Securities has 2,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FP Markets and $0 at HDFC Securities.
| Feature | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 2005 | 2000 |
| Country | Australia | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and HDFC Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. HDFC Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at FP Markets). HDFC Securities charges withdrawal fees while FP Markets does not, giving FP Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. FP Markets charges deposit fees; HDFC Securities does not. Overall, HDFC Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while HDFC Securities 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 | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FP Markets and HDFC Securities compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. HDFC Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FP Markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while HDFC Securities supports 1 (bank transfer). FP Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 FP Markets and HDFC Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. HDFC Securities offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FP Markets | HDFC Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |