Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
EBC Financial Group vs FP Markets
Where EBC Financial Group and FP Markets differ
| Compare |  EBC Financial Group |  FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $50 | A$100 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, CryptoCovers more | Forex, CFDs |
| Regulators | Financial Conduct Authority | ASIC, SIPC |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 72.5% |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, EBC mobile app | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:500 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Regulators: only EBC Financial Group offers Financial Conduct Authority.
- Regulators: only FP Markets offers ASIC, SIPC.
- FP Markets is licensed in 1 more country.
- Markets: only EBC Financial Group offers Stocks, ETFs, Crypto.
Our verdict on each
EBC Financial Group
EBC Financial Group suits UK traders who want a single account covering forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto, held with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority.
FP Markets
FP Markets suits traders who want a regulated broker with a real protection scheme behind the money, not the lowest entry cost. It is regulated in Australia and the US, and the US entity carries SIPC cover of SIPC up to USD 500,000. The catch is the entry hurdle: a minimum deposit of AUD 100.
Score breakdown
| Area | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7HigherEntry amount of $50 against $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage, with retail leverage up to 1:500. | 8.6 |
| Offer | 9.4Higher | 8.6 |
| Trust | 9.1 | 9.5Higher |
Which one suits you
Pick EBC Financial Group if offer and markets matter most.
Pick FP Markets if trust matter most.
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | No |
| ETFs | Yes | No |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
Licences and countries
| Country | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Not confirmed | |
| United Kingdom | Financial Conduct Authority 927552 | Not confirmed |
| United States | Not confirmed | SIPC SIPC member 71021 |
How they place
| Ranking | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex brokers | 6 of 147 | 59 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 6 of 145 | 57 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 6 of 122 | 49 of 122 |
Where these facts come from
EBC Financial Group
- ebcfin.co.uk: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- wikifx.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fastbull.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- forex.wikibit.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
FP Markets
- brokerchooser.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxscouts.ng: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- leadiq.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Copy trading, Mobile app | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd | RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 1994 | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | EBC Financial Group | FP Markets | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 72.5%above the median | 72.05% |
Median across 47 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
EBC Financial Group
Pros
- Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under licence 927552
- One account covers stocks, etfs and forex without needing a second firm
- Platforms in MT4, MT5 and EBC mobile app cover both MetaTrader terminals plus the EBC mobile app
Cons
- Retail leverage runs to 1:500, so a modest balance can be lost quickly
- The entry amount of $50 is above $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage
- Bonds, funds and futures are not among its stocks, etfs and forex
FP Markets
Pros
- Regulated in Australia and the US, with the US entity covered by SIPC up to USD 500,000.
- A single, named legal entity, RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC, holds the SIPC membership, licence SIPC member 71021.
- A focused product: forex and cfds, without a wider asset mix to learn.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of AUD 100 is well above the site median of €4.64.
- A limited market list, forex and cfds, so it does not cover shares, ETFs or crypto.
- The cost score is 3.1, one of the weaker parts of the profile.
Who each suits
EBC Financial Group
Who it suits
- UK residents who want an account with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority
- Traders who want forex, CFDs and crypto handled in the same place
- Copy trading users, since demo account, copy trading and mobile app lists it
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI, whose minimum deposit is $0, if you want a smaller starting balance
- Vantage, at $5, is another option for a lighter entry
- eToro, whose markets reach stocks, etfs and forex, for anyone also wanting bonds, funds or futures
FP Markets
Who it suits
- Traders who weight regulator and protection scheme above a low starting amount
- Anyone happy to trade a single market pair of products, forex and cfds
- US clients who want the SIPC scheme, SIPC up to USD 500,000, behind the account
Who should look elsewhere
- Small starters, who will find AUD 100 a high way in
- Investors wanting shares, ETFs or crypto, since forex and cfds covers neither
- eToro users who want a much wider asset list, stocks, etfs and forex
Questions about each
EBC Financial Group
How much do I need to deposit to start?+
The minimum deposit is $50. For comparison, CFI lists $0 and Vantage lists $5, and the median minimum deposit across brands on the site is €4.64. That sits at the higher end of the field, so check it against the balance you intend to hold.
Is my money protected if something goes wrong?+
Yes. EBC Financial Group is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and holds licence 927552. Eligible deposits are covered to the limit stated in the FSCS up to GBP 85,000 scheme, and that protection sits with the regulated entity rather than the brand name.
FP Markets
What is the minimum deposit at FP Markets?+
The minimum deposit is AUD 100. That is a high way in, and it sits well above the site median of €4.64. Anyone starting with a small amount should look at a broker with a lower entry figure before committing.
Is my money protected at FP Markets?+
The US-facing entity, RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC, is covered by SIPC up to USD 500,000. That protection belongs to the US entity, so clients of other entities in the group should check which scheme applies to them before depositing.
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