Prop Trading Firm For Traders Joins DXTrade Migration Wave
Proprietary trading platform For Traders is nearing completion of its integration with DXTrade as new developments in the proprietary trading space unfold. This step mirrors similar moves in the sector, where companies have forged new partnerships to navigate regulatory challenges. Previously known as Billions Club, For Traders is based in the United Arab Emirates under its CEO Jakub Roz. According to propfirmmatch.com, the firm has partnered with Purple Trading and has account sizes ranging from $5,000 to $200,000.UPDATE: We are finishing integration with DXTrade – a new trading platform. Who is ready?— For Traders (@fortraderscom) February 23, 2024Licensing Issues and Regulatory ConcernsOn February 14, Funding Pips, a prominent proprietary trading platform, abruptly ceased operations. This triggered a wave of uncertainty across the proprietary trading sector. MetaQuotes' crackdown on proprietary trading companies that rely on its platforms, MetaTrader 4 and 5, has left many firms facing challenges.The key issue is the licensing discrepancies, particularly for firms catering to clients in the US without proper authorization. MetaQuotes' move underscored its reluctance to engage with the regulatory complexities of the US market, aiming to safeguard its interests.Proprietary trading firm Lark Funding recently ceased purchases for US clients due to regulatory changes impacting the region. The firm plans to migrate existing US traders to the DXTrade platform. Following the regulatory crackdown, Lark Funding's CEO, Matt L., recently confirmed the platform's decision to halt services for US traders.The unexpected decision by MetaQuotes to withdraw support for the proprietary trading firm sent shockwaves throughout the industry, leaving many prop firms searching for solutions. As the dust settles, it's becoming clear that the landscape of proprietary trading is undergoing a significant transformation.For Traders Shifts StrategyAccording to propfirmmatch.com, For Traders employs a two-step evaluation process. In Phase 1, traders must meet a profit target of 8%, followed by a target of 5% in Phase 2. The firm offers a range of trading instruments, including forex pairs, commodities, equities, indices, and cryptocurrencies.During the Challenge Phase, For Traders' users have access to higher leverage, with forex trading offering a leverage of 1:125, while indices, stocks, and commodities provide a leverage of 1:20. As traders progress to the Funded Phase, leverage ratios undergo adjustments. Forex trading leverage reduces to 1:40, while indices, stocks, and commodities maintain a leverage of 1:20. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.
Proprietary trading platform For Traders is nearing completion of its integration with DXTrade as new developments in the proprietary trading space unfold. This step mirrors similar moves in the sector, where companies have forged new partnerships to navigate regulatory challenges.
Previously known as Billions Club, For Traders is based in the United Arab Emirates under its CEO Jakub Roz. According to propfirmmatch.com, the firm has partnered with Purple Trading and has account sizes ranging from $5,000 to $200,000.
UPDATE: We are finishing integration with DXTrade – a new trading platform. Who is ready?
— For Traders (@fortraderscom) February 23, 2024
Licensing Issues and Regulatory Concerns
On February 14, Funding Pips, a prominent proprietary trading platform, abruptly ceased operations. This triggered a wave of uncertainty across the proprietary trading sector. MetaQuotes' crackdown on proprietary trading companies that rely on its platforms, MetaTrader 4 and 5, has left many firms facing challenges.
The key issue is the licensing discrepancies, particularly for firms catering to clients in the US without proper authorization. MetaQuotes' move underscored its reluctance to engage with the regulatory complexities of the US market, aiming to safeguard its interests.
Proprietary trading firm Lark Funding recently ceased purchases for US clients due to regulatory changes impacting the region. The firm plans to migrate existing US traders to the DXTrade platform. Following the regulatory crackdown, Lark Funding's CEO, Matt L., recently confirmed the platform's decision to halt services for US traders.
The unexpected decision by MetaQuotes to withdraw support for the proprietary trading firm sent shockwaves throughout the industry, leaving many prop firms searching for solutions. As the dust settles, it's becoming clear that the landscape of proprietary trading is undergoing a significant transformation.
For Traders Shifts Strategy
According to propfirmmatch.com, For Traders employs a two-step evaluation process. In Phase 1, traders must meet a profit target of 8%, followed by a target of 5% in Phase 2. The firm offers a range of trading instruments, including forex pairs, commodities, equities, indices, and cryptocurrencies.
During the Challenge Phase, For Traders' users have access to higher leverage, with forex trading offering a leverage of 1:125, while indices, stocks, and commodities provide a leverage of 1:20. As traders progress to the Funded Phase, leverage ratios undergo adjustments. Forex trading leverage reduces to 1:40, while indices, stocks, and commodities maintain a leverage of 1:20.
This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.