Hantec Markets
macquarie securities limited
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while macquarie securities limited was established in 2019 and is based in United States. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; macquarie securities limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $250 at macquarie securities limited.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | 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-F274 |
| Founded | 1990 | 2019 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and macquarie securities limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hantec Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $250 at macquarie securities limited). macquarie securities limited charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, giving Hantec Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. macquarie securities limited charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while macquarie securities limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. macquarie securities limited supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 Hantec Markets and macquarie securities limited compare. macquarie securities limited runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. macquarie securities limited has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. macquarie securities limited publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. macquarie securities limited integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. macquarie securities limited maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. macquarie securities limited scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Hantec Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while macquarie securities limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). macquarie securities limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. macquarie securities limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Hantec Markets and macquarie securities limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and macquarie securities limited supports 8, giving macquarie securities limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |