Category: Brokers

August 20, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

XS.com Granted License From the Financial Services Commission (FSC) in Mauritius

The new authorisation provides the multi-asset broker with a licensed entity in Mauritius, strengthening its ability to serve clients worldwide.  XS.com, founded in Australia in 2010, said the move underlines its commitment to compliance and high-quality service as it scales its global operations. Mohamad Ibrahim, Group Chief Executive Officer at XS.com, said: “We are excited…

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August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

eToro Says 85% of UAE Retail Investors Back Local Stocks

The broker said that the study, based on responses from 1,000 investors in the country, found that 39% of retail participants hold Abu Dhabi equities, 28% hold Dubai equities, and 18% invest in both.  The findings are said to underscore the broad support for homegrown markets. When it comes to the UAE economy, eToro said…

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Robinhood app on mobile
August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Robinhood Launches AI-Powered Digests for UK Customers

The feature, which sits directly on the stock detail page in the app, is said to use generative AI to scan breaking news, analyst reports, technicals and Robinhood’s proprietary data.  It then produces plain-English summaries explaining why a stock is moving, aiming to help investors make more informed decisions. Digests is the first product powered…

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Plus500 office
August 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Plus500 to Enter Latin America with New Colombia Office

The company said on Tuesday it had received authorisation from the Colombian Financial Superintendence (SFC), allowing it to establish a presence in the country’s over-the-counter trading sector.  The move broadens Plus500’s international footprint and will enable it to build stronger ties with local stakeholders while offering Colombian customers a more localised service. Plus500 operates proprietary…

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Plus500 office
August 18, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Plus500 Announces New $90 Million Share Buyback Programme

The company said the move underscores its “disciplined capital allocation framework” and confidence in delivering sustained shareholder returns. The fresh buyback is said to form part of the $165 million shareholder returns unveiled in its half-year results earlier this month, which also included dividends of $75 million.  The programme, managed by Panmure Liberum, will run…

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August 15, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

YLG Futures is Now Available On TradingView

Part of the Bangkok-headquartered YLG Bullion Group, the firm has been active in the precious-metals market for more than three decades and has held a licence from Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission since 2009.  TradingView noted in its release that YLG Futures also maintains a presence in Singapore and has won multiple industry accolades, including…

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Standard Chartered bank HQ
August 14, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Standard Chartered Hong Kong Launches SC Invest Platform for ‘Emerging Affluents’

The bank stated that SC Invest streamlines the investment process, enabling account opening and fund subscription in just three steps.  It offers four foundational portfolios curated by its Chief Investment Office, with a minimum investment of HK$100 and no subscription, redemption, or platform fees. Standard Chartered said the platform aims to address the “investment pain…

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Interactive Brokers
August 13, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Interactive Brokers Rolls Out True Zero-Commission US Stock Trading for Singapore Investors

The launch provides Singaporean investors with what the firm describes as “true cost transparency,” avoiding the additional charges often associated with so-called zero-commission offerings.  IBKR Lite allows trading without minimum balances or hidden fees, while also giving access to the broker’s award-winning platforms, tools and global markets. “We’re pleased to bring zero-commission US stock trading…

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August 13, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

eToro Q2 Earnings: Funded Accounts and AUM Rise YoY

Net contribution rose 26% year-on-year to $210 million, driven by higher trading activity.  Assets under administration increased 54% to $17.5 billion, while funded accounts climbed 14% to 3.63 million, boosted by continued user acquisition, retention efforts, and the 2024 purchase of Australian app Spaceship. Adjusted EBITDA was up 31% to $72 million, supported by increased…

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TradeStation
August 13, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

TradeStation Links with MultiCharts for Automated Trading Access

The move is said to give traders commission-free equities trading, low-cost futures access, and API connectivity through MultiCharts, which offers advanced charting, built-in indicators, high-precision backtesting and multi-broker automated trading tools.  Futures will be priced at $0.85 per standard contract and $0.50 for micro contracts. TradeStation said the integration expands its advanced trading capabilities, allowing…

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