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Choosing between FXCM and SBI Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FXCM is headquartered in London, UK, while SBI Securities operates from Tokyo, Japan. SBI Securities has the longer track record, established in 1944, compared to FXCM which was founded in 1999. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
FXCM
SBI Securities
FXCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, SBI Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
FXCM
3.7 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
SBI Securities
0.2 vs 0 pips
Regulation
FXCM
2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
SBI Securities
$50 vs $0
FXCM
SBI Securities
FXCM
SBI Securities
Lower feesFXCM holds licences from FCA, ASIC. SBI Securities is regulated by FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Indices markets. FXCM additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Commodities. SBI Securities adds Stocks, Etf, Crypto.
On spreads, SBI Securities is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.2 pips at FXCM.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. SBI Securities offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, HyperSBI 2. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50, while SBI Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes SBI Securities accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores FXCM at 3.66/5 and SBI Securities at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. FXCM leads overall with a clear advantage.
FXCM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. FXCM holds a 3.7/5 rating vs SBI Securities's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
FXCM offers spreads from 0.2 pips, while SBI Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50. SBI Securities requires $0.
FXCM is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while SBI Securities holds licences from FSA.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. SBI Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, HyperSBI 2.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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