Vantagerounds out its MetaTrader platform suite offering with support for multiple social trading platforms, content powered by Trading Central and a proprietary mobile app. However, Vantage trails industry leaders in key areas such as research and education.
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Vantage is considered Highly Trusted, with an overall Trust Score of 90 out of 99. Vantage is not publicly traded and does not operate a bank. Vantage is authorised by two Tier-1 regulators (Highly Trusted), one Tier-2 regulator (Trusted), zero Tier-3 regulators (Average Risk), and two Tier-4 regulators (High Risk). Vantage is authorised by the following Tier-1 regulators: Australian Securities & Investment Commission (ASIC) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Learn more about Trust Score or see where the different Vantage entities are regulated.
Cryptocurrency: Cryptocurrency trading is available at Vantage through CFDs and through trading the underlying asset (e.g. buying Bitcoin). Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents.
Active traders: The active trader program from Vantage offers rebates ranging from $2 to as much as $8 per standard lot, depending on your balance and monthly volume. The smallest tier starts at $10,000 and the highest tier requires at least $300,000 in equity. However, it is only available on the Standard account, which has the highest spreads from among all the account options available.
Vantage offers its own proprietary trading app, alongside the standard MetaTrader suite of mobile apps. Vantage has built a decent foundation for a new mobile trading application with its Vantage App. However, I am not a fan of the ads, and it is still a long way off from competing with the best mobile apps in the industry.
Apps overview: Vantage offers two mobile apps: its proprietary Vantage App, and the MetaTrader platform suite. The MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), and Vantage mobile app come standard from their developer for iOS on Apple App Store and for Android on Google Play.
Ease of use: I found the advertisements within the Vantage app to be a distraction from the trading experience. I'd prefer to avoid ads and promotional content when using a mobile trading app. That being said, Vantage has done a good job of integrating research, with newsletter updates, signals, and multiple Trading Central-powered videos per day.
Charting: Charting at Vantage allows for only five time frames, one chart type, and just a handful of indicators and overlays. On the plus side, tapping on the chart launches it into a full-screen landscape view, which is a nice touch. In contrast, charting from Plus500 comes with over 100 indicators and allows for the ability to use multiple indicators at the same time.
Vantage distinguishes itself from other MetaTrader-only brokers by offering a diverse range of additional add-ons and by supporting the integration of compatible third-party platforms and tools, such as TradingView.
Market news and analysis: Also powered by Trading Central is the Pro Trader Tools product, which is offered to clients with at least $1,000 on deposit and is integrated directly within the client portal. Other useful features include its Featured Ideas tool, which is useful for traders looking for trading signals and actionable ideas, while the Analyst Views feature delivers automated analysis.
Video content: Vantage has multiple YouTube channels, each with hundreds of videos that are helpfully organized in dedicated playlists. Vantage produces and uploads several webinars per week, including its "Masterclass" videos that cover a range of trading topics.
Founded in 2009 as MXT Global and formerly known as Vantage FX, today Vantage is a member of Vantage Global Prime Pty Ltd. The Vantage brand holds an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL) with the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC).
The group also has an entity regulated in the U.K. by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Vantage Global Prime LLP, for institutional clients. Vantage also has an entity that holds regulatory status with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), and by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) in Vanuatu.
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Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is an award-winning multi-asset broker offering clients access to trade CFDs on Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds. With over 13 years of market experience and regulated in multiple jurisdictions, Vantage provides a trusted trading ecosystem that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities.
Headquartered in Cherry Hill, NJ and Philadelphia, PA, Vantage Commercial is a full-service commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm serving New Jersey, Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets (or Vantage) proudly announces its recognition as the recipient of the "Most Innovative Broker" award by FX Broker Tester (FXBT), marking a significant milestone in the financial industry.
FXBT is a platform that reviews, ranks, and compares forex brokers, with a core mission to empower individuals with essential information so they can make informed financial decisions. Its methodology focuses on evaluating critical aspects of each broker, including fees, technology, customer support, and safety.
FXBT awarded the "Most Innovative Broker" title to Vantage, in recognition of the company's commitment to providing traders with advanced tools and resources. Notably, Vantage's broker integration with TradingView has enhanced its traders' access to seamless trading and advanced charting tools. Recent enhancements to Vantage's website and Vantage app have also provided an improved trading experience, with transparent pricing comparisons, comprehensive educational content, and fast trade execution on mobile devices.
Reflecting on these developments, Marc Despallieres, Chief Strategy & Trading Officer at Vantage, comments, "At Vantage, we're on an exciting journey of growth and innovation. Our dedication to pushing boundaries and providing traders with cutting-edge tools is at the heart of everything we do. The recognition from FX Broker Tester reaffirms our commitment to redefining the trading experience. As we evolve, our mission remains clear: to lead with innovation and support traders on their financial trading journey."
Vantage is a multi-asset broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contract for Differences (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.
With over 13 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play.
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