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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Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
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Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
