icm capital
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
icm capital was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Geneva, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. icm capital holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. icm capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at icm capital and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| 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-F258 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2008 |
| Country | Geneva | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between icm capital and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. icm capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; icm capital does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
icm capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. icm capital supports social and copy trading features, which XGLOBAL Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how icm capital and XGLOBAL Markets compare. icm capital runs regular live webinars; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. icm capital publishes daily market commentary; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. icm capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. icm capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. icm capital accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). icm capital uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. icm capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL 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 icm capital and XGLOBAL Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. icm capital supports 8 languages and XGLOBAL Markets supports 2, giving icm capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | icm capital | XGLOBAL 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 |