FP Markets
Valbury Capital
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while Valbury Capital was established in 2008 and is based in UK. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Valbury Capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Valbury Capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FP Markets and $15000 at Valbury Capital.
| Feature | FP Markets | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $15000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and Valbury Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FP Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $15000 at Valbury Capital). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Valbury Capital applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FP Markets does not. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Valbury Capital does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $15000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Valbury 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 | FP Markets | Valbury 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, MT5, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FP Markets and Valbury Capital compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Valbury Capital does not. Both provide video tutorials. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Valbury Capital does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FP Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FP Markets | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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. FP Markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Valbury Capital supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FP Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FP Markets and Valbury Capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Valbury Capital offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FP Markets | Valbury Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | English, and Chinese |