Paragon Investments offers a variety of account types designed to cater to different trading needs and preferences. Below is a detailed overview of the available account types:
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Spread/Commission Structure | Leverage Options | Key Features | Target User Profile | Trading Instruments Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Account | $1,000 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | Basic trading features, suitable for beginners | Beginners | Forex, Stocks, Commodities |
| ECN Account | $5,000 | Low spreads + commission | Up to 1:200 | Direct market access, faster execution | Intermediate | Forex, CFDs |
| Pro Account | $10,000 | Fixed spreads | Up to 1:100 | Advanced trading tools, suitable for professionals | Advanced | Forex, Indices, Commodities |
| Islamic Account | $1,000 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | Swap-free trading, compliant with Sharia law | Muslim traders | Forex, Stocks, Commodities |
| Demo Account | N/A | N/A | N/A | Practice trading without risk, virtual funds provided | All levels | Forex, Stocks, Commodities |
The following table compares the features across different account types:
| Feature | Standard Account | ECN Account | Pro Account | Islamic Account | Demo Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $1,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $1,000 | N/A |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:500 | Up to 1:200 | Up to 1:100 | 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 | Standard | Micro/Mini | Mini | Standard | N/A |
| Available Trading Platforms | MT4 | MT4 | MT5 | MT4 | MT4 |
| Execution Type | Market | ECN | Market | Market | N/A |
| Islamic Account Availability | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Swap-Free Options | No | No | No | Yes | N/A |
| Demo Account Features | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Standard Account:
Easy to open and manage.
No commission fees.
Suitable for beginners.
ECN Account:
Low spreads and direct market access.
Ideal for high-frequency traders.
Faster execution speeds.
Pro Account:
Fixed spreads provide predictability.
Advanced trading tools available.
Suitable for professional traders.
Islamic Account:
Complies with Sharia law.
No swap fees.
Available for Muslim traders.
Demo Account:
Risk-free trading environment.
Ideal for practice and strategy testing.
Access to real market conditions.
Standard Account:
Limited advanced features.
Higher spreads compared to ECN accounts.
ECN Account:
Requires a higher minimum deposit.
Commission fees may apply.
Pro Account:
Higher minimum deposit requirement.
Fixed spreads may not be competitive in volatile markets.
Islamic Account:
Limited to specific trading instruments.
May have fewer features than other accounts.
Demo Account:
No real money involved.
Limited duration for practice.
To open an account with Paragon Investments, the following eligibility criteria must be met:
Paragon Investments adheres to strict Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. Clients must provide necessary documentation for verification.
Account verification typically takes 1-3 business days, depending on the completeness of the submitted documentation.
The registration process is similar on both desktop and mobile platforms, though the mobile interface may have a more streamlined design for ease of use.
Issue: Document upload fails.
Solution: Ensure documents are in the correct format and within size limits.
Issue: Verification delays.
Solution: Contact customer support for assistance.
The average account approval time is between 1-3 business days, depending on the completeness of the application and documentation.
Clients can request to upgrade or downgrade their account type by contacting customer support or through their account management portal.
The demo account offered by Paragon Investments allows traders to practice without financial risk.
Demo Account Features and Benefits:
Access to real market conditions.
Virtual funds provided for trading.
Ability to test strategies and trading platforms.
How to Open a Demo Account:
Visit the Paragon Investments website and select the demo account option.
Fill in the required information and create your demo account.
Demo Account Limitations:
Limited duration (typically 30 days).
No real money involved.
Virtual Balance Amount:
The demo account usually comes with a virtual balance of $100,000.
Demo vs Live Account Differences:
Demo accounts use virtual funds, while live accounts involve real money.
Live accounts may have additional features and tools.
Duration/Expiry of Demo Accounts:
Demo accounts typically expire after 30 days but may be extended upon request.
Paragon Investments offers an Islamic account that complies with Sharia law.
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