CMC Markets
CMC Markets is a leading global provider of online trading and investing services, founded in 1989 to democratize financial markets. The company offers CFD and forex trading on over 12,000 instruments through its proprietary platforms, serving 2 million+ clients worldwide.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1989
- Headquarters
- Germany
- CEO
- Peter Cruddas
About
Founded in 1989 with a simple yet transformative ethos: to make financial markets truly accessible for investors. CMC Markets exists to democratize trading and investing, giving individuals the tools and access once reserved for institutional players. When the company started, financial markets were closed-off, complex, and dominated by those with specialized knowledge and deep pockets. CMC Markets changed that equation - pioneering online trading platforms that put professional-grade tools, competitive pricing, and thousands of instruments within reach of anyone with the drive to participate. Today, with over 35 years of experience, more than 2 million clients globally, and recognition as a FTSE 250 company, CMC Markets continues to lead through technology and innovation. The company has invested over £100 million in its proprietary trading platforms, delivering 99.93% uptime and lightning-fast execution speeds. From CFDs on forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies to share investing, CMC Markets provides the infrastructure, education, and support that empower traders and investors to pursue their financial potential. Operating across 12 offices in 4 continents, the company remains true to its founding mission: breaking down barriers to financial markets and enabling clients to trade with confidence on a global scale.