Financial institution Ultima Markets acquires Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) license, enabling growth and operation expansion within the United Kingdom.
Ultima Markets Secures FCA Regulation and Announces UK Launch in 2026
Ultima Markets, a global CFD broker, has secured a regulatory license from the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), marking a significant step in the company's strategy to establish a regulated presence in the United Kingdom (UK). This move is set to attract more traders due to the increased trust and security associated with FCA regulation.
The UK launch, scheduled for 2026, will involve a dedicated, localised website and enhanced compliance and platform features tailored to FCA standards to ensure a seamless and secure trading experience for UK clients. This regulatory compliance reflects Ultima Markets’ strategic expansion to serve the large and growing UK market of active traders.
Ultima Markets offers a diverse range of trading tools and boasts fast execution and deep liquidity. The company provides access to over 500 tradable assets, including 80 forex currency pairs, indices trading, commodity futures, and stocks. However, it does not offer ETFs, bonds, or crypto assets. The platform also supports copy trading but lacks options, bond trading, ETFs, PAMM investing, and managed accounts.
Gareth Derbyshire, spokesperson for Ultima Markets, stated that becoming FCA-regulated reflects the company’s long-term commitment to the UK and its regulatory standards. He emphasised that Ultima Markets is taking every measure to meet UK expectations and is positioning itself as a regulated entity in the UK.
The FCA regulation sets the tone for what UK traders can expect from Ultima Markets: transparency, integrity, and a focus on the trading experience. Through Ultima Markets' Trading Academy, traders can develop practical skills and financial literacy.
The UK, with its emphasis on transparency and consumer protection, provides a suitable environment for Ultima Markets' operations. Ultima Markets' trading services will be available on leading platforms like MetaTrader 4 (MT4).
The UK is a key global financial hub with an estimated 19 million active traders in 2024. Ultima Markets' entry into the UK market is a strategic decision aimed at expanding its operations and strengthening its presence in key global financial markets.
References:
[1] Ultima Markets Press Release, August 2025 [4] Ultima Markets UK Compliance Information, August 2025 [5] Ultima Markets Product Offerings, August 2025
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