FXCM, the largest and most capitalized clearing firm is solidifying its position within the EU market by opening an Italian branch. This tactical decision is a reflection of their desire to bring onboard bloggers from the following EU regions: France, Sweden and Germany. FXCM is trying to exploit an under-served market, one which should yield tangible results.

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Milan-25 November 2009-FXCM Holdings LLC, a leader in the retail forex business, has announced the opening of FXCM Italy (www.fxcm.it) a branch office of FXCM LTD (http://www.fxcm.co.uk/). Regulated by the CONSOB, FXCM Italy brings No Dealing Desk Execution* and offers retail forex clients no dealer intervention and tight spreads as low as 1 pip. FXCM Italy will strive to be a leading forex provider for the Italian market.

Through FXCM Italy, traders will benefit from a variety of currency trading products, services, and education. FXCM aims to deliver the best forex trading technology, resources, and 24/7 customer service through the multiple trading platforms it offers, including: FXCM Trading Station II, and MetaTrader 4.

Benefits of Trading with FXCM Italy

• No Dealing Desk Execution:* No re-quotes from dealer

• Easy to use Platform: Fully customizable look and feel with integrated charts

• Local Customer Service: Language support in Italian.

• Credit/Debit Card Funding: Available.

• Local Wire Transfer: Quick deposit and withdrawal service.

• Local Regulations: FXCM Italy is regulated by the Commissione Nazionale per le Società e la Borsa (CONSOB).

Contact FXCM Italy:

Via Stelvio, 7 – 20025 Legnano (Mi) – Italy

E-mail: info@fxcm.it Tel: +39 0331 541985

Web: http://www.fxcm.it Fax: +39 02 36049254

Registrati per un conto demo con FXCM Italia: http://www.fxcm.it/open-free-demo.jsp

FXCM Holdings LLC Facts

As of September 2009

• FXCM Holdings LLC has over $100 million in capital.

• More than 150,000 live accounts trade on platforms offered by FXCM.

• An average of $365 billion in notional volume is traded each month on platforms offered by FXCM.

• More than $600 million in customer funds trading on platforms offered by FXCM.

*Please note that FXCM Micro, in its discretion, may or may not offset individual transactions unlike transactions in most FXCM Standard accounts

Risk warning: Currency trading involves substantial risk of loss, read full disclosure.