Acetop Financial Limited, a London-based provider of online over-the-counter (OTC) leveraged derivatives, reported a 160% increase in total trading volumes in 2024, propelled primarily by heightened activity in spot gold.
Acetop Reports Sharp Surge in Trading Volumes
The company disclosed that notional trading volumes soared to approximately $12.1 billion in 2024, more than doubling from $4.65 billion in the prior year. According to the annual report, the majority of this growth was attributed to significant client interest in spot gold.
“The majority of this volume was driven through outsourced liquidity, predominantly matched with our institutional partners,” the company commeted in the report.
Gold was undoubtedly one of investors' favorites in 2024, rising by nearly 30%. In 2025, it has continued its rally, almost repeating its performance in the first few months of the year by adding 25% and testing the $3,500 per ounce level.
The UK firm, authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , offers clients access to OTC leveraged derivatives including contracts for difference (CFDs) and spread betting via the Metatrader platform. In addition to spot gold, Acetop supports trading in foreign exchange, indices, and commodities.
Profitability Achieved
Acetop Financial also reported notable improvements in its financial performance for 2024. Revenue and other income increased to £923,000, up from £757,000 in 2023, reflecting consistent growth in both trading activities and service contracts. Most revenue was derived from service fees (£720,000), complemented by a net gain from trading financial products (£203,000).
“In 2024, we built upon the outstanding financial performance of the previous year, successfully returning to profitability. Our revenue continued its upward trajectory,” added Acetop.
The company returned to profitability with a net profit of £234,000, reversing the prior year’s net loss of £13,000. Administrative expenses decreased slightly, while net assets rose to £1.85 million, up from £1.61 million a year earlier. Total assets stood at £2.96 million.
Stable Client Base and Outlook
Acetop’s UK office continues to serve both domestic and international clients, with a steady intake of new accounts in 2024. The company highlighted its ongoing efforts to maintain a robust technology infrastructure and risk management framework, citing these as key to meeting the needs of retail, professional, and corporate customers.
Looking ahead, Acetop said it is positioned to continue its trajectory of growth, citing adaptability in responding to market changes and a commitment to expanding its range of products.
