Ultima Markets, a CFD broker, said Monday that it has secured authorisation from the UK Financial Conduct Authority as part of plans to expand into the British market.
Ultima Markets Secures FCA Licence
The Mauritius-based firm said the licence marked a “significant step” in its strategy to establish a regulated presence in the UK, one of the world’s largest financial hubs with an estimated 19 million active traders in 2024.
“We’re incredibly proud to take this step,” said Gareth Derbyshire, spokesperson for Ultima Markets. “Becoming FCA-regulated reflects our long-term commitment to the UK and its regulatory standards. It sets the tone for what UK traders can expect from us: transparency, integrity, and a clear focus on their trading experience.”
Ultima Markets plans to begin onboarding UK clients in 2026, offering a dedicated website, enhanced compliance systems and platform features tailored to FCA standards.
“We are taking every measure to meet expectations in full,” Derbyshire said. “That means more than just ticking boxes. Our products, education and support are being designed and built for UK traders.”
The company said its UK clients will gain access to its full suite of CFD instruments, including forex, indices, commodities and shares, on platforms such as MetaTrader 4. Educational resources will be available through its Trading Academy to help traders improve skills and financial literacy.
Founded in 2016, Ultima Markets is regulated by the Financial Services Commission in Mauritius and is a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, promoting responsible business practices and sustainability education through its Ultima Impact Foundation.
