| FXCM Asia Limited is licensed to carry on Type 3 regulated activities of Leveraged Foreign Exchange Trading under the Securities and Futures Ordinance, CAP.571 and regulated by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). There are three main benefits for FXCM Asia clients and potential clients: |
Financial Standards and Oversight
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| Licensed institutions are required to meet strict financial standards, including capital adequacy requirements. According to the SFC Ordinance, FXCM Asia is required to maintain not less than HK$15 million in liquid assets and HK$30 million in paid-up share capital in order to ensure stability and security for investors. On a regular basis, licensed institutions are required to submit financial reports to regulators. These standards are enforced by the SFC, which has the right to fine firms and/or terminate a registered institution's regulatory status for violations.http://www.hksfc.org.hk/ |
Greater Transparency of Business Practices
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| The Securities and Futures Commission keeps records of all formal proceedings against registered institutions. With a couple clicks of the mouse, a trader can find out if a licensed person or the registered institution has had serious problems with clients or regulators. Information can be found online at: |
 Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
A Framework For Dispute Resolution
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| The Hong Kong regulatory framework is widely regarded as one of the best in the world for investor protection. If a dispute with a registered institution arises, investors can turn to the SFC. |
| Securities and Futures Commission CE No: AIM232 |
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| The FXCM Group of companies is also regulated in the following three jurisdictions: |
| USA |
Forex Capital Markets LLC
NFA# 0308179 |
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| UK |
Forex Capital Markets Limited
FSA# 217689 |
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| Canada |
FXCM Canada Ltd.
PartyID# 182963 |
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