The British investors achieve a 29% account profitability rate, nearly double MENA's 15%, according to Capital.com data from the last two years.
The average UK deposit stands at $18,913, with a median of $1,526, nearly triple the amount in Europe and the MENA.
British
retail traders are posting the highest profitability rates globally and
demonstrating substantially better risk management practices than their
counterparts in Europe and the Middle East, according to fresh data from
Capital.com covering trading activity from May 2023 through May 2025.
The
findings show nearly 29% of UK traders closed their accounts with positive
returns, outpacing Europe's 27% and significantly ahead of the Middle East and
North Africa (MENA) region's 15%. UK traders also proved nearly three times
less likely to face margin calls compared to MENA traders.
Stop-Loss Usage Separates The
UK from Other Markets
UK traders
deployed stop-loss orders in nearly a quarter of their trades, roughly 60% more
frequently than MENA traders who used the risk management tool in just 15.6% of
trades. This disciplined approach translated directly into lower forced
liquidations, with only 1.7% of UK trades hitting margin calls versus 5.4% in
MENA.
The
appetite for risk controls climbed sharply with age. Among baby boomer traders,
more than 66% of trades included stop-loss protection.
Rupert Osborne, the CEO at Capital.com UK
“UK
traders are striking an excellent balance between risk and discipline,”
said Rupert Osborne, who heads Capital.com's UK
operations. “Nearly one in four trades by UK clients are protected with a
stop loss, and this figure climbs to over 66% among the oldest cohort.”
More Money Gives The UK
Edge
British
traders brought substantially more capital to the table than peers elsewhere.
The average UK deposit hit $18,913, with a median deposit of $1,526. That
median figure nearly tripled the $550 and $559 medians seen in MENA and Europe
respectively, suggesting more consistent funding levels across the UK trader
base.
The
platform data also revealed a higher concentration of large depositors in
Britain compared to Europe. Some 0.16% of UK traders made single deposits
exceeding $1 million, versus just 0.03% in Europe. MENA led all regions on this
metric with 0.31% of traders depositing seven figures at once.
Older
traders consistently outperformed younger cohorts across multiple metrics. Baby
boomers, who represented just 5% of UK traders, closed 63% of their trades
profitably. They also showed greater market diversification, with 83% trading
two or more asset classes compared to 79% among Gen Z traders.
Across all
age groups, the US Tech 100 index emerged as the most heavily traded market,
reflecting sustained demand for growth-oriented technology stocks.
The
geographic spread of trading activity extended well beyond London's financial
district. While the capital accounted for 34% of UK clients, the South East
contributed 11.7%, the North West 9.9%, and the West Midlands 9%.
Traders who
regularly consumed educational content and news through the platform posted a
60% profitable position rate, 15 percentage points higher than those who didn't
engage with informational resources. Yet only 0.6% of users read 10 or more
news items, suggesting significant room for improved research habits.
“We
see clear evidence that information is key to better trading,” Osborne
said. “UK traders who regularly engage with our news and insights achieve
a 60% profitable position rate.”
The
profitability gap between informed and uninformed traders mirrors earlier
Capital.com research. A 2023 study analyzing 100,000 global clients found
traders dealing in five different asset classes typically profited from 60% of
positions, while single-asset-class traders showed markedly weaker results.
British
retail traders are posting the highest profitability rates globally and
demonstrating substantially better risk management practices than their
counterparts in Europe and the Middle East, according to fresh data from
Capital.com covering trading activity from May 2023 through May 2025.
The
findings show nearly 29% of UK traders closed their accounts with positive
returns, outpacing Europe's 27% and significantly ahead of the Middle East and
North Africa (MENA) region's 15%. UK traders also proved nearly three times
less likely to face margin calls compared to MENA traders.
Stop-Loss Usage Separates The
UK from Other Markets
UK traders
deployed stop-loss orders in nearly a quarter of their trades, roughly 60% more
frequently than MENA traders who used the risk management tool in just 15.6% of
trades. This disciplined approach translated directly into lower forced
liquidations, with only 1.7% of UK trades hitting margin calls versus 5.4% in
MENA.
The
appetite for risk controls climbed sharply with age. Among baby boomer traders,
more than 66% of trades included stop-loss protection.
Rupert Osborne, the CEO at Capital.com UK
“UK
traders are striking an excellent balance between risk and discipline,”
said Rupert Osborne, who heads Capital.com's UK
operations. “Nearly one in four trades by UK clients are protected with a
stop loss, and this figure climbs to over 66% among the oldest cohort.”
More Money Gives The UK
Edge
British
traders brought substantially more capital to the table than peers elsewhere.
The average UK deposit hit $18,913, with a median deposit of $1,526. That
median figure nearly tripled the $550 and $559 medians seen in MENA and Europe
respectively, suggesting more consistent funding levels across the UK trader
base.
The
platform data also revealed a higher concentration of large depositors in
Britain compared to Europe. Some 0.16% of UK traders made single deposits
exceeding $1 million, versus just 0.03% in Europe. MENA led all regions on this
metric with 0.31% of traders depositing seven figures at once.
Older
traders consistently outperformed younger cohorts across multiple metrics. Baby
boomers, who represented just 5% of UK traders, closed 63% of their trades
profitably. They also showed greater market diversification, with 83% trading
two or more asset classes compared to 79% among Gen Z traders.
Across all
age groups, the US Tech 100 index emerged as the most heavily traded market,
reflecting sustained demand for growth-oriented technology stocks.
The
geographic spread of trading activity extended well beyond London's financial
district. While the capital accounted for 34% of UK clients, the South East
contributed 11.7%, the North West 9.9%, and the West Midlands 9%.
Traders who
regularly consumed educational content and news through the platform posted a
60% profitable position rate, 15 percentage points higher than those who didn't
engage with informational resources. Yet only 0.6% of users read 10 or more
news items, suggesting significant room for improved research habits.
“We
see clear evidence that information is key to better trading,” Osborne
said. “UK traders who regularly engage with our news and insights achieve
a 60% profitable position rate.”
The
profitability gap between informed and uninformed traders mirrors earlier
Capital.com research. A 2023 study analyzing 100,000 global clients found
traders dealing in five different asset classes typically profited from 60% of
positions, while single-asset-class traders showed markedly weaker results.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Hannah Hill on Innovation, Branding & Award-Winning Technology | Executive Interview | AXI
Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
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Recorded live at FMLS:25, this executive interview features Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at AXI, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following AXI’s win for Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah shares insights on:
🔹What winning the Finance Magnates award means for AXI’s credibility and innovation
🔹How the launch of AXI Select, the capital allocation program, is redefining industry standards
🔹The development and rollout of the AXI trading app across multiple markets
🔹Driving brand evolution alongside technological advancements
🔹Encouraging and recognizing teams behind the scenes
🔹The role of marketing, content, and social media in building product awareness
Hannah explains why standout products, strategic branding, and a focus on innovation are key to growing visibility and staying ahead in a competitive brokerage landscape.
🏆 Award Highlight: Most Innovative Broker of the Year 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #MostInnovativeBroker #TradingTechnology #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview #AXI
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
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