Which one of the following plans do I need to run trading platforms like Interactivebrokers, MBtrading and webplatforms on a VPS ? http://www.xtrahost.co.uk/virtualisation/windowsvps.html
Dual Core 4GB RAM should work well. A VPS provider in NY may be better suited for accessing US equity markets.
512MB is "ok" if you are only auto trading and not trading using a ton of charts and indicators, but seeing the price difference, I would shoot for 1GB.