Finansia

kennis2244

1-2 taon

Can you highlight the main advantages Finansia offers in terms of its available trading instruments and the structure of its fees?

WikiFX Sagot

In my direct experience evaluating brokers, I always prioritize a careful approach, especially when regulatory clarity is lacking. Finansia stands out as a platform with a long operational history in Thailand and a strong presence on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (Broker No. 24), which lends some credibility to its local business, yet I remain cautious given its lack of recognized global regulation. What caught my eye about Finansia is its focus on securities trading rather than the wider FX or CFD market. As an investor, this narrower scope may suit those more interested in Thai equities and local opportunities rather than global forex or derivatives. Finansia offers several account types—Cash, Cash Balance, and Credit Balance—that address varying risk appetites and liquidity needs. The tiered fee structure is transparent, with online trading commissions being particularly competitive for active traders, dropping as low as 0.10% for high-volume participants. This can make a tangible difference for short-term or high-frequency trading, where transaction costs add up over time. Despite cost advantages and a capable proprietary trading platform (Finansia HERO), I still find it limiting that there is no demo account available for practice, nor is there a minimum deposit clearly stated. In summary, the main advantages offered are affordable commissions for active securities traders on the Thai market and access to advanced platform features, but these should be weighed against the absence of global regulatory oversight. For me, transparency of fees is a plus; I just approach with extra caution due to the high potential risk profile.

Broker Issues

Finansia

Regulation

09-02

Estados Unidos

Eziol

1-2 taon

Could you give a comprehensive overview of Finansia’s fees, covering both commission charges and spreads?

WikiFX Sagot

From my perspective as a seasoned trader, understanding a broker’s fee structure is always a top priority, and with Finansia, I found several nuances worth highlighting. Finansia employs a tiered commission system, particularly for securities trading on the Thailand stock market, and their fees vary depending on both account type and trading volume. For clients using online trading channels, which tends to be my preferred method due to its efficiency, the commission rates can be as low as 0.10% for those executing very high trade volumes. For most traders with lower daily volumes, the online commission is around 0.15% up to 5 million THB, descending incrementally as volume increases—this can offer savings for more frequent or larger traders. I should emphasize that Finansia does not appear to follow the typical forex model of using spreads as the primary trading cost. Instead, its structure is based around these direct percentage commissions per transaction, with different rates also applied depending on whether one is using a cash, cash balance, or credit balance account. Importantly, I did not see any information about hidden spreads or markups, but the absence of comprehensive regulatory oversight always prompts caution and further inquiry. When compared to other Thai brokers, I found Finansia’s fees relatively competitive for active traders but the lack of a clear published minimum deposit or detailed international trading costs makes complete cost analysis essential. Anyone considering Finansia should weigh these factors carefully before committing real capital.

Broker Issues

Finansia

Fees and Spreads

08-23

Estados Unidos

Vladimir

1-2 taon

Does Finansia offer fixed or variable spreads, and how do these spreads typically behave when there's significant market volatility due to news events?

WikiFX Sagot

Based on my direct research into Finansia, I found their transparency around spreads to be limited. Official documentation from Finansia does not explicitly state whether they offer fixed or variable spreads on their trading accounts. In my experience as a trader, this lack of clear information is a red flag—especially since spread behavior is crucial for risk management, particularly during volatile news events. From what’s detailed about their tiered fee structure, it appears that Finansia operates more on a commission and percentage-based cost model tied to trading volume, rather than advertising traditional forex-style spreads. Because they focus primarily on securities within Thailand, their transaction costs seem to be a product of brokerage fees rather than dynamic spread offerings like those common at global forex brokers. Given the absence of regulatory oversight and the high-risk warnings associated with Finansia, I would be extremely cautious. In my own trading, I’ve found that brokers who are not transparent about their spread mechanisms tend to widen their spreads dramatically—or adjust other transaction costs—during heightened volatility around news releases, which can negatively affect trade outcomes. Without clear assurances, my advice is to consider these risks very seriously, as unpredictable costs can quickly erode trading capital, particularly in rapidly moving markets.

Broker Issues

Finansia

Fees and Spreads

08-03

Estados Unidos

Five8

1-2 taon

How much do you need to deposit at a minimum to start a live trading account with Finansia?

WikiFX Sagot

From my personal experience evaluating Finansia, one of the first hurdles I encountered was the lack of clear information regarding the minimum deposit requirement. Finansia does offer real live trading accounts, but nowhere in the official materials—nor throughout my review of their platform—did I find an explicitly stated minimum deposit amount for opening an account. This level of ambiguity is unusual among brokers I’ve worked with, as most clearly outline their funding requirements upfront to help traders plan accordingly. Based on my own cautious approach as a trader, I consider it important to have defined funding requirements before committing to any broker. The only specifics Finansia provides relate to their account types: for a Cash Account, you need to deposit at least 20% of the trade value as collateral, but for Cash Balance and Credit Balance accounts, the requirements vary and are tied to trade amounts and collateral, rather than a set starting threshold. While deposits up to 2,000,000 THB are possible via PromptPay and no deposit fee is charged, the absence of a disclosed minimum deposit could lead to uncertainty for newcomers. Personally, this lack of transparency raises questions for me about planning and risk management. I urge any prospective client to directly confirm funding requirements with Finansia’s support team before opening an account; I would not feel comfortable proceeding with a live account until all terms are crystal clear. In my view, verifying these critical details is a minimum standard of due diligence for any financial decision in a high-risk industry.

Broker Issues

Finansia

Withdrawal

Deposit

07-24

Estados Unidos