Markets.com
Sharekhan
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Overview
Markets.com was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Sharekhan was established in 2000 and is based in India. Markets.com holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Sharekhan is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Markets.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Sharekhan has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Markets.com and $0 at Sharekhan.
| Feature | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 2008 | 2000 |
| Country | Cyprus | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Markets.com and Sharekhan, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Sharekhan has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Sharekhan charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, giving Markets.com an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Sharekhan scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Markets.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Sharekhan 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 | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Markets.com and Sharekhan compare. Sharekhan runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. Sharekhan publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Sharekhan maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Sharekhan scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Markets.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Sharekhan supports 1 (bank transfer). Markets.com uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal among the two brokers. Markets.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Markets.com and Sharekhan offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Markets.com supports 14 languages and Sharekhan supports 13, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Markets.com | Sharekhan |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |