ICICI Direct
multibank exchange group
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Overview
ICICI Direct was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in India, while multibank exchange group was established in 2015 and is based in Cyprus. ICICI Direct holds licences including Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), while multibank exchange group is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ICICI Direct serves 2,000,000+ clients worldwide; multibank exchange group has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at ICICI Direct and $250 at multibank exchange group.
| Feature | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange | 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-F282 |
| Founded | 1994 | 2015 |
| Country | India | Cyprus |
| Clients | 2,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ICICI Direct and multibank exchange group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ICICI Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at multibank exchange group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ICICI Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; multibank exchange group does not. multibank exchange group charges deposit fees; ICICI Direct does not. Overall, ICICI Direct scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ICICI Direct offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while multibank exchange group 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 | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, 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 ICICI Direct and multibank exchange group compare. ICICI Direct runs regular live webinars; multibank exchange group does not. Both provide video tutorials. ICICI Direct publishes daily market commentary; multibank exchange group does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ICICI Direct maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ICICI Direct scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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. ICICI Direct accepts 1 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer), while multibank exchange group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). multibank exchange group uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. multibank exchange group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | 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 ICICI Direct and multibank exchange group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ICICI Direct supports 13 languages and multibank exchange group supports 8, giving ICICI Direct broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ICICI Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |