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The British pound concluded its four-day rally after UK labour market statistics showed a rise in unemployment and a deceleration in wage growth, igniting market expectations of a Bank of England (BoE) cut at its next announcement. The US dollar index steadily rose.
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) confirmed its regulatory measures against FXNET Limited—the parent of the broker brand EMS Brokers—for a regulatory settlement of €225,000. The news was released today (Nov 11, 2025) about a firm operating in the retail-CFD/forex space.
ASIC granted new AFS licences while cancelling others, underscoring Australia’s strict regulatory oversight of forex and CFD brokers.
The European Central Bank’s latest signals on potential rate hikes sparked a surge in FX volatility and euro strength. Brokers faced higher client activity and risk exposure amid rapid price swings.
UK-based broker YCM Invest Ltd, regulated by the FCA, has launched a new institutional-grade trading service targeting professional traders and asset managers. This marks a strategic shift from a retail-focused model toward institutional and professional client segments. The move raises key considerations around client classification, risk exposure, and the level of FCA protections available.
UK traders are increasingly turning to mobile forex apps, highlighting the need for stronger FCA oversight. Only FCA-regulated brokers are required to segregate client funds and follow strict compliance standards. The trend signals that broker evaluations must now include mobile-app transparency and regulation checks.
The FCA has warned that retail CFD traders risk losing vital protections if they self-certify as professional clients. Some firms reportedly pressure clients to waive safeguards like leverage limits and loss protection. Over £75 million in losses highlight growing regulatory concern over influencer-led CFD promotions.
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has revoked Ricard Securities’ AFS licence effective October 28, 2025. This reflects growing scrutiny and compliance pressure on brokers in Australia. WikiLix notes the importance of maintaining audit and reporting standards to avoid licence loss.
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has cautioned CFD traders about losing regulatory safeguards when reclassified as professional clients. The regulator highlighted rising misuse of social-media marketing and finfluencer campaigns promoting risky offshore brokers.
On 27 October 2025, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced it will lift the ban on retail investors trading crypto exchange-traded notes (cETNs) listed on UK-recognised exchanges. This marks a regulatory shift toward reopening crypto exposure for UK retail clients. For forex and CFD brokers, the move signals potential expansion into crypto-linked products under evolving FCA oversight.
On 28 October 2025, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched a consultation to simplify short-selling disclosure rules. The proposal includes easier reporting, anonymised public data, and reduced regulatory burden. While focused on UK equities, the move could also impact FCA-regulated forex and CFD brokers.
The U.S. Treasury and Malaysia’s Bank Negara (BNM) have jointly reaffirmed their commitment to transparency in foreign exchange (FX) market practices. Both institutions agreed to publish regular data on FX reserves and interventions, emphasizing that such actions will not be used to gain unfair competitive advantage. This marks a move toward tighter regulatory oversight and increased compliance expectations for international FX brokers operating across U.S. and Malaysian markets.
