shaw and partners limited
Zacks Trade
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Overview
shaw and partners limited was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. shaw and partners limited holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. shaw and partners limited serves 250,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at shaw and partners limited and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $2500 |
| 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-F305 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | Switzerland | United States |
| Clients | 250,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between shaw and partners limited and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. shaw and partners limited has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zacks Trade does not. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; shaw and partners limited does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
shaw and partners limited offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. shaw and partners limited supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how shaw and partners limited and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zacks Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. shaw and partners limited accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 shaw and partners limited and Zacks Trade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. shaw and partners limited supports 8 languages and Zacks Trade supports 2, giving shaw and partners limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |