fx central clearing
Go Markets
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Overview
fx central clearing was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Portugal, while Go Markets was established in 2009 and is based in Australia. fx central clearing holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Go Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. fx central clearing serves 30,000+ clients worldwide; Go Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fx central clearing and $1 at Go Markets.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| 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-F234 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2009 |
| Country | Portugal | Australia |
| Clients | 30,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fx central clearing and Go Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Go Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fx central clearing). Go Markets charges withdrawal fees while fx central clearing does not, giving fx central clearing an edge for frequent withdrawers. fx central clearing applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Go Markets does not. Overall, Go Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fx central clearing 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 fx central clearing does not offer. fx central clearing edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fx central clearing | 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fx central clearing and Go Markets 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. Go Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Go Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. fx central clearing accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Go Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fx central clearing uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx central clearing scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Go 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 fx central clearing and Go Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fx central clearing supports 8 languages and Go Markets supports 2, giving fx central clearing broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Go 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 |