Explore prop trading with top forex brokers OANDA, Axi, and Hantec Markets, opting for offshore strategies amid growth and scrutiny.
Explore prop trading with top forex brokers OANDA, Axi, and Hantec Markets, opting for offshore strategies amid growth and scrutiny.
Forex Giants Embrace Offshore Prop Trading. OANDA, introduces OANDA Labs Trader, now offering prop trading services via its offshore-regulated entity in the British Virgin Islands. Similarly, Axi and Hantec Markets operate in St Vincent and the Grenadines and Mauritius, respectively. The brokers’ offshore preference suggests avoiding regulatory scrutiny in major jurisdictions.
Furthermore, dispelling rumors of OANDA Labs Trader being a scam, investigations confirm its legitimacy. Prop trading enables leveraged trading without risking capital, contingent on passing a challenging simulated trading test with a 10% success rate. Prop trading firms charge fees for challenges, operating outside current regulatory frameworks for retail brokerages.
Anya Aratovskaya, VP of Institutional FX Sales at Advanced Markets, notes that prop trading firms resemble basic LLCs and, unless engaging in specific activities, are less likely to attract regulatory attention. Concerns arise as US and Canadian regulators take action against My Forex Funds, a prop trading giant accused of fraud, highlighting potential risks in the industry.
OANDA, Axi, and Hantec Markets clarify prop trading offerings on their websites. OANDA emphasizes that its services aren’t considered investment or financial services. Axis restricts prop trading to offshore clients, excluding certain regions, and Hantec Markets’ proprietary entity avoids regulated activities and deposits. Moreover, OANDA’s transparency extends to detailing its prop trading model, treating qualified traders as signal providers.
As the prop trading industry grows, regulators’ response to this evolving landscape and the effectiveness of offshore strategies in shielding brokers from regulatory actions remain uncertain. Lastly, major brokers navigating these complexities will shape the industry’s future through ongoing developments and regulatory dynamics.
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