GCG International vs Meridian Finance: Which is better in 2026?
A neutral, side-by-side comparison of GCG International and Meridian Finance on the criteria that matter — regulation, fees, leverage, platforms and withdrawal speed. Scores are objective and never influenced by affiliation.
| GCG International | Meridian Finance | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 2.1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 |
| Minimum deposit | €100 | €250 |
| EUR/USD spread | 1.9 pips | 1.7 pips |
| Regulation | Unregulated / regulator-warned | Unregulated / regulator-warned |
| Max leverage | 1:500 | 1:500 |
| Platforms | Proprietary, WebTrader | Proprietary, WebTrader |
| Withdrawal time | 7 business days | 7 business days |
| Trustpilot | 1.8/5 (68) | 1.5/5 (33) |
| Rating | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
GCG International
Listed on the FSMA (Belgium) list of fraudulent trading platforms.
Not recommendedMeridian Finance
Unauthorised Forex/CFD website on the AMF/ACPR French blacklist.
Not recommendedOur verdict
Meridian Finance edges ahead on withdrawal speed, finishing with an overall neutral score of 2.2 versus 2.1 for GCG International. That said, the gap is narrow and depends on your priorities: GCG International still comes out ahead on minimum deposit, so traders who weight that most highly may prefer it. Both are credible, vetted options — check regulation, fees and withdrawal terms against your own needs before choosing.
Read the full GCG International review or the Meridian Finance review.