Capital International Group offers a variety of account types tailored to different trading needs and preferences. Below is a comprehensive overview of the available account types:
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Spread/Commission Structure | Leverage Options | Key Features | Target User Profile | Trading Instruments Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $100 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | User-friendly interface, ideal for beginners | Beginners | Forex, commodities, indices |
| ECN | $500 | Low spreads + commission | Up to 1:500 | Direct market access, faster execution | Advanced traders | Forex, commodities, cryptocurrencies |
| Pro | $5,000 | Fixed spreads | Up to 1:200 | Tailored for high-volume traders | Institutional | Forex, commodities, indices |
| Islamic | $500 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | Swap-free options for compliance with Sharia law | Muslim traders | Forex, commodities, indices |
| Demo | Free | N/A | N/A | Practice trading without risk | All levels | Forex, commodities, indices |
The following table compares features across different account types:
| Feature | Standard Account | ECN Account | Pro Account | Islamic Account | Demo Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $100 | $500 | $5,000 | $500 | Free |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:500 | Up to 1:500 | Up to 1:200 | Up to 1:500 | N/A |
| Spreads (Typical/Minimum) | Variable | Low | Fixed | Variable | N/A |
| Commission Fees | None | Yes | None | None | N/A |
| Lot Size | Micro/Standard | Standard | Standard | Micro/Standard | N/A |
| Available Trading Platforms | MT4/MT5 | MT4/MT5 | MT4/MT5 | MT4/MT5 | MT4/MT5 |
| Execution Type | Market | ECN | Market | Market | N/A |
| Islamic Account Availability | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Swap-Free Options | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Demo Account Features | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Yes |
To open an account with Capital International Group, the following eligibility criteria and documentation are required:
Demo Account Features and Benefits:
Access to all trading instruments
Practice trading strategies without financial risk
User-friendly interface similar to live accounts
How to Open a Demo Account:
Visit the Capital International Group website and select the demo account option.
Fill out the registration form and submit.
Demo Account Limitations:
No real money involved; trading results are not indicative of real-world performance.
Virtual Balance Amount:
Typically, demo accounts come with a virtual balance of $100,000.
Demo vs Live Account Differences:
Demo accounts do not incur real losses or gains, while live accounts involve real money.
Duration/Expiry of Demo Accounts:
Demo accounts may remain active for an extended period, but some may have a time limit.
Swap-Free/Islamic Account Availability:
Capital International Group offers Islamic accounts that comply with Sharia law.
Eligibility Requirements:
Clients must declare their need for a swap-free account during registration.
Differences from Standard Accounts:
Islamic accounts do not incur swap fees, making them suitable for Muslim traders.
How to Apply for Islamic Account:
During the account registration process, select the Islamic account option.
Restrictions or Special Conditions:
Islamic accounts may have specific trading conditions compared to standard accounts.
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