Category: Forex

March 12, 2025 BY Leaprate Staff

ATFX Maintains Market Strength with $643 billion in Q4 2024 Trading Volume

Precious metals trading grew 32.73% compared to Q4 2023, driven by increased demand for safe-haven assets. Indices saw a 62.09% rise, reflecting heightened market volatility. Stocks surged 27.08% from Q4 2023, with an exceptional 382.24% increase from Q3 2024, highlighting strong investor interest. Meanwhile, cryptocurrency trading expanded 8.47% compared to Q4 2023, maintaining steady momentum…

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TradeStation
March 11, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

TradeStation Securities Expands Futures Offering with Micro Grains and Oilseed Contracts

The company said the expansion allows traders to access Micro Corn, Micro Soybean, Micro Soybean Oil, Micro Soybean Meal, and Micro Wheat futures, offering greater flexibility in agricultural markets. John Bartleman, President and CEO of TradeStation Group, Inc., highlighted the advantages of these new contracts: “We are excited to expand our futures offerings with CME’s…

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saxo bank revenues
March 10, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Safra Sarasin Group to Acquire a Majority Stake in Saxo Bank

The majority stake was previously held by Geely Financials Denmark and Mandatum Group.  Saxo Bank will continue to operate as a standalone entity, with founder and CEO, Kim Fournais, retaining approximately 28% ownership. Fournais will also continue as CEO. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening both companies, combining J. Safra Sarasin’s wealth management expertise with…

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brokeree solutions
March 04, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

M4Markets and Brokeree Solutions Launch Copy Trading App

The companies said in a press release that the app is aimed at making copy trading more accessible for traders of all levels.  The app allows users to follow and replicate the strategies of top traders in real time, directly from their mobile devices. They explain that the platform integrates Brokeree’s desktop Social Trading solution,…

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March 04, 2025 BY Leaprate Staff

ATFX Appoints Paresh Patel as Global Head of Trading & Risk Management 

As Global Head of Trading & Risk Management, Paresh will oversee ATFX’s trading operations, liquidity strategies, and risk controls. His focus will be on strengthening risk management systems, expanding product offerings, and securing top-tier liquidity to enhance ATFX’s trading environment. By optimizing trade execution, refining risk frameworks, and broadening market access, he aims to further…

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DGCX and DIEDC team up to strengthen Dubai’s Islamic finance economy
March 03, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Exclusive Markets Opens Dubai Representative Office

Exclusive Markets said Monday that it has officially expanded its presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with the opening of a new representative office in Dubai.  The company said it is also launching a special offer for Ramadan, offering traders the chance to win a VIP trip to Dubai and other…

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brokeree solutions
March 03, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

ForexVPS Integrates with Brokeree Solutions to Enhance Broker Services

The partnership is said to aim to provide brokers with enhanced hosting infrastructure and access to Brokeree’s flagship investment systems, including Social Trading, PAMM, and Prop Pulse. “This partnership provides premium hosting infrastructure, guaranteeing 99.99% uptime and around-the-clock expert support to ensure a seamless trading experience for brokers and their traders,” said Brokeree. The firm…

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Saxo Bank
March 03, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Saxo Bank Total Income, Net Profits Jump in 2024

The Copenhagen-based investment bank also saw client numbers grow to nearly 1.3 million (from 1.12 million), while client assets hit an all-time high of EUR 114 billion, up from EUR 100 billion in 2023.  CEO Kim Fournais credited the strong performance to Saxo Bank’s commitment to delivering value, citing the bank’s new global pricing strategy…

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CMC markets
February 25, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

CMC Markets CFO to Step Down with Immediate Effect

The online brokerage added that Soleiman, who took on the role in September 2023, will remain with the firm for a transition period to ensure an orderly handover. Soleiman has been with CMC Markets since 2005. Prior to his role as CFO, he held several positions within the company, including serving as Head of CMC…

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