Monday, August 31, 2015

FX Manipulation Investigation Now Extends to ARS, RUB and BRL Rates

FX Manipulation Investigation Now Extends to ARS, RUB and BRL Rates


FX Manipulation Investigation Now Extends to ARS, RUB and BRL Rates

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 04:29 PM PDT

American authorities have also reportedly started focusing on banks that have not already settled in or out of court, such as Deutsche Bank.

Keep on reading: FX Manipulation Investigation Now Extends to ARS, RUB and BRL Rates

NFA Proposes New Information Security Rules

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 03:42 PM PDT

The cybersecurity plan includes measures meant to prevent identity theft and hacking.

Keep on reading: NFA Proposes New Information Security Rules

BNY Mellon Adds Michelle Neal as President of Markets Group

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 10:53 AM PDT

In her new role as the President of BNY Mellon Markets, Ms. Neal will focus on managing the multi-asset operations of the group.

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Coinbase Partners with Vogogo, Expands to Canada

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 10:10 AM PDT

Bitcoin services provider Coinbase has partnered with payment solutions provider Vogogo, enabling its expansion to Canada.

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A Bleak Outlook for the Natural Gas Industry

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 09:36 AM PDT

Productions levels are already on the decline as evidenced by the declining number of active rigs.

Keep on reading: A Bleak Outlook for the Natural Gas Industry

KPMG to Boost Fintech Exposure with Matchi and Cambridge Partnerships

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 07:58 AM PDT

In twin announcements, KPMG is seeking to expand its involvement in the fintech sector to provide l consultancy services for customers.

Keep on reading: KPMG to Boost Fintech Exposure with Matchi and Cambridge Partnerships

What is Native Advertising and As a Broker, How Do I Use It?

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 06:38 AM PDT

At its core, native advertising is the promotion of your content on external sites using ad units that look like they are part of the site.

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Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Appoints Kennis Wong as China DCM Head

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 05:59 AM PDT

Ms. Wong originally joined Mitsubishi UFJ in June and has been working on the origination and execution of bond deals for issuers in China.

Keep on reading: Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Appoints Kennis Wong as China DCM Head

Binary Options Trading: An Educated Guess

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 03:52 AM PDT

Let's put the cards on the table, what most people do not understand is that binary does not mean 50% - 50% chance.

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Euronext Launches French & Belgian Single Stock Offering Amidst High Demand

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:29 AM PDT

The exchange will see the addition of multiple short-term option classes on three Belgian shares and seven French shares.

Keep on reading: Euronext Launches French & Belgian Single Stock Offering Amidst High Demand

U.S. Equity Sell-Off Making the Fed’s Interest Rate Hike a Moving Target?

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 04:31 AM PDT

Stock market volatility returns across the emerging markets and the developed world, making the U.S. rate hike argument difficult to defend.

Keep on reading: U.S. Equity Sell-Off Making the Fed's Interest Rate Hike a Moving Target?

NZX Continues Investment in Capital Markets, Completing Purchase of Apteryx

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 04:24 AM PDT

With the sale of the investment administration platform now complete, the New Zealand market operator is focused on driving future growth.

Keep on reading: NZX Continues Investment in Capital Markets, Completing Purchase of Apteryx

United Signals Bridges the Gap between Social Investing and Private Banking

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 03:45 AM PDT

Swiss investors can buy the first index, based on the top strategies at the Direct Asset Management provider United Signals

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FMA Drawing on New Powers to Go after Firms Out of Court

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 03:02 AM PDT

A report published by the New Zealand financial watchdog highlights its approach to enforcement and investigations activities.

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Plus500 to Delist from London AIM after Merger with Playtech

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 02:55 AM PDT

The company filed a formal notice detailing that the company will be delisting from the London Stock Exchange in September

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ITG Suspends Trading on Private Venue Due to Issues at Data Centre

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:18 PM PDT

Problems with the air-conditioning system at its data centre have prompted the dark pool operator to suspend trading for the day.

Keep on reading: ITG Suspends Trading on Private Venue Due to Issues at Data Centre

AUD/USD Range Vulnerable to Dovish RBA, Slowing China

AUD/USD Range Vulnerable to Dovish RBA, Slowing China


AUD/USD Range Vulnerable to Dovish RBA, Slowing China

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 05:00 PM PDT

A more cautious tone out of the RBA may produce fresh 2015 lows in AUD/USD should the central bank show a greater willingness to further embark on its easing cycle.

Webinar: ECB, NFP Report to Carve Opening Range for Euro Crosses

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 12:56 PM PDT

Featured setups we’ll be trading this week as we kick-off September trade with key event risk on tap. Here are the updated targets & invalidation levels that matter.

USDCAD Hit Fresh Low as US Crude Oil Broke above the 48 Dollar Mark

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 12:18 PM PDT

Crude oil pared the decline from earlier this month, with prices pushing back above the $48 mark amid growing speculation for a reduction in supply.

NZD Fails to Retain Range- AUD Holds Support Ahead of RBA

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 09:35 AM PDT

NZD/USD remains at risk for a further decline as it fails to retain the range-bound price action along with the weakening outlook for the Asia/Pacific region.

COT-Smallest Short Position for Large Euro Traders in Over a Year

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 08:13 AM PDT

Large speculators hold their smallest short position in euro since July 2014 (in over a year). Was last week’s run above 1.1700 enough to flush out the weak hands and in turn prime the market for another bear leg?

Price & Time: EUR/USD - Too Many Questions And Not Enough Answers...Yet

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 07:55 AM PDT

Upside re-test looming or primary downtrend reasserting itself?

Forex Volatility Risk Remains High on Critical Week for US Dollar

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 07:55 AM PDT

The US Dollar ends the month of August almost exactly where it began versus the Euro and other key counterparts. What might we expect in the coming week and in September?

Bullish EURUSD Toward Weekly S2

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 05:55 AM PDT

Bullish EURUSD Toward Weekly S2

US Dollar Still in Driver’s Seat versus Commodity Bloc

Posted: 31 Aug 2015 03:24 AM PDT

Meanwhile, EURUSD remains sensitive to shifts in global equity markets.

Euro, Yen Rise as Jackson Hole Outcome Sends Markets Scrambling

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 10:34 PM PDT

The Euro and the Japanese Yen rose as interest rate hike fears following the Jackson Hole Symposium fueled renewed risk aversion around financial markets.

Oil, Copper Drop as China Jitters Linger. Gold Muted amid Macro Events

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 10:27 PM PDT

Oil weighed by solid supply. Copper weakened before China factory gauge. Gold subdued amid China stimulus, Non-farm Payrolls

S&P 500 Technical Analysis: Down Move Set to Resume?

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 09:06 PM PDT

EUR/GBP Technical Analysis: Euro at Risk of Deeper Losses

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 08:18 PM PDT

Sunday, August 30, 2015

USDJPY-Just a Dip or Important Reversal?

USDJPY-Just a Dip or Important Reversal?


USDJPY-Just a Dip or Important Reversal?

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 04:26 PM PDT

USDJPY crashed into the 52 week average and weekly RSI has corrected to 50. Both technical considerations are consistent with eventual resumption of the long term bull trend but the presence of the 1995-2005 trendline remains an impediment to the bull case.

USD/CHF Technical Analysis: 3-Day Win Streak Broken

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 03:58 PM PDT

US Dollar Technical Analysis: Uptrend Resumption at Hand?

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 03:22 PM PDT

GKFX Adds David Lindsay as Chief Analytics Officer

GKFX Adds David Lindsay as Chief Analytics Officer


GKFX Adds David Lindsay as Chief Analytics Officer

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 10:05 AM PDT

Mr. Lindsay joins GKFX from Quant Bee Ltd, a boutique software development and consultancy firm founded by him in 2014.

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Overstock’s Medici Acquires Wall Street Trading Tech Firm SpeedRoute

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 08:48 AM PDT

Overstock.com's 'cryptosecurity' arm, Medici, has acquired SpeedRoute, a Wall Street trade routing technology firm.

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Funding Circle Growth Rockets Higher as CEO Expects over £35M in Revenues

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 08:13 AM PDT

After growing 121% in 2014, revenues for Funding Circle and its marketplace lending platform may be set to triple during 2015.

Keep on reading: Funding Circle Growth Rockets Higher as CEO Expects over £35M in Revenues

Fed Keeping an Eye on China's Economy, Expects Inflation to Raise

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 07:17 AM PDT

U.S Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Stanley Fischer gave clues on the rate schedule at the Kansas City Fed's annual meeting in Jackson Hole.

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A Third Canadian Provincial Watchdog Warns Against RBOptions

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 05:23 AM PDT

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan says the broker is unauthorized to offer binary options to local residents.

Keep on reading: A Third Canadian Provincial Watchdog Warns Against RBOptions

Zopa has New CEO as Founder to Focus on P2P Lending Business Development

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 04:56 AM PDT

Zopa COO Jaidev Janardana is being promoted by the P2P lender to become the firm's CEO with Andrew Giles becoming Executive Chairman.

Keep on reading: Zopa has New CEO as Founder to Focus on P2P Lending Business Development

Teen Who Advised on Funding ISIS with Bitcoin Gets 11 Years in Prison

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 04:47 AM PDT

Ali Shukri Amin has been sentenced to 136 months in jail for advising on how to support ISIS, including how to fund it with bitcoin.

Keep on reading: Teen Who Advised on Funding ISIS with Bitcoin Gets 11 Years in Prison

Dukascopy Launches Gold-Based Accounts and MT4 Tests a New Feature

Posted: 30 Aug 2015 04:25 AM PDT

Also making headlines this week are the revenue reports of Plus500 and Playtech's Financial Division, as well as that of Monex.

Keep on reading: Dukascopy Launches Gold-Based Accounts and MT4 Tests a New Feature

CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:50 PM PDT

The new rules require NFA forex dealer members to ramp up a range of risk management practices, including increasing capital requirements.

Keep on reading: CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders

Brokers Update – August 27: ACFX, Alpari, RoboForex

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 03:25 PM PDT

Brokers continue to update their offerings, with ACFX divulging a range of new products and Alpari enhancing its communication.

Keep on reading: Brokers Update – August 27: ACFX, Alpari, RoboForex

GBP/USD - A Bumpy Road Looking Ahead

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 01:17 PM PDT

The British Pound made headway against the US dollar testing highs in the 1.58's until Tuesday when global stock markets crashed

Keep on reading: GBP/USD - A Bumpy Road Looking Ahead

Lawsuit Against Barclays and Exchanges for Favouring HFT Traders Dismissed

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 12:07 PM PDT

The judge determined that Barclays and seven exchanges were "immune' from allegations that they rigged markets to benefit HFT traders.

Keep on reading: Lawsuit Against Barclays and Exchanges for Favouring HFT Traders Dismissed

Saturday, August 29, 2015

Daily FX Brokers' News: Darwinex Revamps Risk Parameters, Saxo Phases Out Old Platforms

Daily FX Brokers' News: Darwinex Revamps Risk Parameters, Saxo Phases Out Old Platforms


Daily FX Brokers' News: Darwinex Revamps Risk Parameters, Saxo Phases Out Old Platforms

Posted: 29 Aug 2015 08:50 AM PDT

A batch of changes are incoming for clients of some brokers as the M4 iOS app goes open source and Rakuten unlocks fingerprint authentication

Keep on reading: Daily FX Brokers' News: Darwinex Revamps Risk Parameters, Saxo Phases Out Old Platforms

An Analysis of the Recent Bitcoin Market

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 08:00 AM PDT

Despite a degree of uncertainty in the air, many of us remain optimistic over the future of Bitcoin.

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Friday, August 28, 2015

Clients of Bankrupt LQD Markets to Claim $4 mln from UK FSCS

Clients of Bankrupt LQD Markets to Claim $4 mln from UK FSCS


Clients of Bankrupt LQD Markets to Claim $4 mln from UK FSCS

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:56 PM PDT

The insurance scheme is likely to begin compensating clients of the bankrupt brokerage after months of uncertainty

Keep on reading: Clients of Bankrupt LQD Markets to Claim $4 mln from UK FSCS

ACM Gold's Trading License Suspended over Links to Dodgy Entities

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 10:30 AM PDT

The South African regulator asserts that the broker must ensure that all of its traders are authorised, while ACM denies any wrongdoing.

Keep on reading: ACM Gold's Trading License Suspended over Links to Dodgy Entities

How to Choose Which Alt-Coin to Invest In

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 09:24 AM PDT

Here are some criteria which can help you determine which alt-coin represents a good investment.

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BNP Paribas Secures Antonio Foti to Head Its Italian DCM

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 08:53 AM PDT

He will be replacing Nicoletta Bertolini, who parted ways with BNP Paribas for Intesa Sanpaolo this past April.

Keep on reading: BNP Paribas Secures Antonio Foti to Head Its Italian DCM

Should You Be Trading Exotic Currencies?

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:07 AM PDT

Exotic currencies, or exotics, tend to offer some of the best opportunities in foreign exchange (FX).

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SunGard Technical Breakdown Disrupts BNY Mellon Trading, Damage Unknown

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 10:39 AM PDT

A failed software upgrade to its system caused a breakdown of trading, placing billions worth of dollars in a precarious state of disarray.

Keep on reading: SunGard Technical Breakdown Disrupts BNY Mellon Trading, Damage Unknown

Explaining the Recent EUR/USD Rise

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:49 AM PDT

If the Fed doesn't raise rates in September and their language shows probabilities of delays, the euro could move more aggressively.

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Sneak Peek: TRAction Fintech and Australia's Coming Reporting Rules

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:23 AM PDT

With reporting rules being implemented for margin FX and CFD trades in Australia, TRAction Fintech is launching a solution for brokers

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Markets.com Provides €10.6M in Revenues for Playtech since May Acquisition

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 03:49 AM PDT

Playtech's Financial Division, which is currently composed of Markets Limited, contributed to €10.6 million in revenues during May and June

Keep on reading: Markets.com Provides €10.6M in Revenues for Playtech since May Acquisition

Plus500 H1 Results Show Falling Profits for Q2 and Remainder of the Year

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 03:00 AM PDT

Plus500 has reported net profit of $40.6 M on revenues of $127 M. Despite revenues growing, net profit was lower by 25% compared to 2014.

Keep on reading: Plus500 H1 Results Show Falling Profits for Q2 and Remainder of the Year

XM and FIBO Agree to Suspend Services in Australia

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 02:15 AM PDT

The Australian watchdog has requested that brokers stop onboarding clients from the country until their local licensed subsidiary is ready.

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Weekly Trading Forecast: FX Traders Brace for Huge Week Ahead

Weekly Trading Forecast: FX Traders Brace for Huge Week Ahead


Weekly Trading Forecast: FX Traders Brace for Huge Week Ahead

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:35 PM PDT

Major market volatility is nearly guaranteed on big tests ahead for the US Dollar and broader FX markets. Here are the critical events we’re watching.

Australian Dollar at Risk on RBA, Rebuilding Fed Rate Hike Bets

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:07 PM PDT

The Australian Dollar looks vulnerable to deeper losses in the week ahead as Fed rate hike bets rebuild while RBA rhetoric takes a dovish turn.

Sterling Runs into Support as Carney Takes the Stage at Jackson Hole

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 04:45 PM PDT

The British Pound was caught up in the rollercoaster risk-off/risk-on ride of the week in a very similar manner as the Euro and Japanese Yen; albeit with more subdued price action.

Gold Reverses as Fed Expectations Rebound- US NFP to Clear the Way

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 04:31 PM PDT

Gold prices plummeted this week with the precious metal off by more than 2% to trade at 1137 ahead of the New York close on Friday.

JPY Bulls Brace for BOJs Next Bailout

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 04:15 PM PDT

JPY saw its biggest rally vs. the USD since 2009 throughout this week’s early market turmoil

EUR/USD August Advance to Unravel Further on Dovish ECB, Upbeat NFP

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 03:41 PM PDT

The sharp pullback in EUR/USD may gather pace in the week ahead should the European Central Bank (ECB) signal a further expansion of monetary policy.

US Dollar Volatility Near-Guaranteed, but Which Direction?

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 02:52 PM PDT

It was a difficult week for traders as the initial US Dollar breakdown left many (including us) looking for further losses

Price & Time: Everybody Is An Equity Trader Now

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 10:35 AM PDT

Is 2011 Dow price action the roadmap?

The Weekly Volume Report: Volume Spikes With Spot

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 10:30 AM PDT

Another high volume reversal in AUD/USD...

EUR/USD Downside Levels to Watch Ahead of ECB, NFP

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 09:25 AM PDT

The downside targets for EUR/USD remains in focus ahead of the ECB meeting & U.S. NFP report as the bullish formation continues to unravel.

FX Reversals: GBPUSD Range Update

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 07:14 AM PDT

After a series of declines, the GBPUSD has moved on support in a 77 pip range. Learn today's trading values with the Chart of the Day!

Stocks Surge Ahead of Jackson Hole

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 05:11 AM PDT

After a heavy week of volatility, a few simple comments from the Fed brought support back into markets. But with a heavy week ahead, for how long might this last?

GBP/JPY Technical Analysis: 3-Year Uptrend in the Balance

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 02:24 AM PDT

Slowing German CPI to Hit EUR/USD Ahead of ECB Meeting?

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 01:00 AM PDT

With waning market participation going into the month-end, a dismal German CPI print may drag on EUR/USD ahead of the ECB meeting amid the recent slew of dovish remarks.

Euro, Pound Eyeing CPI and GDP Data to Shape Jackson Hole Outlook

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 12:30 AM PDT

The Euro and the British Pound are looking to German CPI and UK GDP figures to shape monetary policy bets ahead of the weekend’s Jackson Hole Symposium.

Crude Oil Price: Two-Month Down Trend Broken

Posted: 28 Aug 2015 12:12 AM PDT

Commodities Steady Post Rally with Support from Extra China Stimulus

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 11:56 PM PDT

Commodities found support at elevated levels with newly announced stimulus measures from China, after propelled by stock gains overnight

USD/CAD Technical Analysis: Begrudgingly Holding Long

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 11:08 PM PDT

NZD/USD Technical Analysis: Short Trade Setup Sought

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 11:08 PM PDT

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: Key Trend Line Back in Focus

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 08:44 PM PDT

EUR/USD Technical Analysis: Aiming Below 1.12 Figure

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 08:44 PM PDT

Thursday, August 27, 2015

CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders

CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders


CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:50 PM PDT

The new rules require NFA forex dealer members to ramp up a range of risk management practices, including increasing capital requirements.

Keep on reading: CFTC Approves NFA Amended Rules to Better Protect Retail Forex Traders

ITG Suspends Trading on Private Venue Due to Issues at Data Centre

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 04:18 PM PDT

Problems with the air-conditioning system at its data centre have prompted the dark pool operator to suspend trading for the day.

Keep on reading: ITG Suspends Trading on Private Venue Due to Issues at Data Centre

Trading outside of Your Comfort Zone - Fear vs Greed

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 07:02 AM PDT

Trading conditions rarely change from demo to live accounts, it's a trader's ability to handle the pressure from losses that is affected.

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Mining Pools Voice Support for BIP 100, Shun Bitcoin XT

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 06:46 AM PDT

Bitcoin mining pools have, as expected, demonstrated their opposition to Bitcoin XT through their 'tagging' of mined blocks.

Keep on reading: Mining Pools Voice Support for BIP 100, Shun Bitcoin XT

HSBC France Integrates Eurex’s OTC Clearing Service

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 06:03 AM PDT

HSBC France has been connected as a direct clearing member at Eurex, having already cleared its inaugural transactions via EurexOTC Clear.

Keep on reading: HSBC France Integrates Eurex's OTC Clearing Service

SumUp Raises Another €10 Million to Boost Their mPOS Growth

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 05:49 AM PDT

A provider of mPOS technology, SumUp announced that they have closed a new €10 million funding round led by Groupon and BBVA Ventures.

Keep on reading: SumUp Raises Another €10 Million to Boost Their mPOS Growth

Playtech Brings in Paul Hewittt as Its Non-Executive Director

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 05:27 AM PDT

Mr. Hewitt will be serving on two separate committees as Playtech's newest director, focusing on the company's risk, compliance and audits.

Keep on reading: Playtech Brings in Paul Hewittt as Its Non-Executive Director

HSBC Taps Longtime Exec Chandrasekharan to Lead Its Hong Kong Operations

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 05:05 AM PDT

The move comes amidst an existential period of change for the global lender, as it mulls over a move of its headquarters to the Asian hub.

Keep on reading: HSBC Taps Longtime Exec Chandrasekharan to Lead Its Hong Kong Operations

Compagnie Financiere Tradition Profit up over 35% in H1 2015

Posted: 27 Aug 2015 01:42 AM PDT

Revenue from Tradition's retail online forex trading business in Japan, Gaitame.com, was up by 64.5% compared with first-half 2014.

Keep on reading: Compagnie Financiere Tradition Profit up over 35% in H1 2015

Did Your FX Algorithms Learn the Lessons from the CHF Storm?

Posted: 26 Aug 2015 12:38 PM PDT

The storm created by the removal of the CHF peg floor by the SNB on the 15th of January changed the industry. Did your Fx algorithms learn the lesson?

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Malta Court Freezes EXANTE Funds as It Opens an Investigation

Posted: 26 Aug 2015 11:43 AM PDT

The Maltese bank (BOV) explained that as soon as money laundering is suspected, it's legally obliged to stop all transactions.

Keep on reading: Malta Court Freezes EXANTE Funds as It Opens an Investigation

Global Markets Rout Drives CFDs Volumes, Brokers Performance Solid

Posted: 26 Aug 2015 10:44 AM PDT

In contrast to the tumultuous Swiss National Bank induced moves, the earth-shattering stock markets volatility is good for brokers

Keep on reading: Global Markets Rout Drives CFDs Volumes, Brokers Performance Solid

TradeKing Takes over Rival U.S Multi-Asset Broker MB Trading

Posted: 26 Aug 2015 09:48 AM PDT

The combined, post-acquisition firm will operate under the TradeKing brand and key players from MB Trading will join the TradeKing team.

Keep on reading: TradeKing Takes over Rival U.S Multi-Asset Broker MB Trading

Euronext Reports Record Volumes Following Chinese Market Convulsions

Posted: 26 Aug 2015 04:43 AM PDT

Euronext yielded a record trading volumes across its combined markets, including 550 million managed orders on its cash markets.

Keep on reading: Euronext Reports Record Volumes Following Chinese Market Convulsions