easyMarkets, a global financial trading firm, has obtained a Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) license, marking a major milestone in its regulatory journey. The company has welcomed this achievement, terming it as a way to strengthen its commitment to the South African market.

Strengthening Regulatory Credentials

easyMarkets' new FSCA license is an addition to the company's portfolio of international regulatory credentials. The firm holds licenses from CySEC in Cyprus, ASIC in Australia, FSA in the Seychelles, and the FSC in the British Virgin Islands.

"Obtaining the FSCA license is a testament to easyMarkets' strict compliance with financial, operational, and ethical standards, underscoring our commitment to maintaining the integrity of South Africa's financial markets, Koula Lamprou, the CFO of easyMarkets, said. "This achievement solidifies our reputation and reinforces our reliability in the eyes of our clients and partners worldwide."

The company expects the FSCA license to bring numerous benefits to traders in South Africa. It ensures that easyMarkets will offer services customized to local regulatory requirements, reportedly providing a secure and stable trading environment.

South African traders will automatically be enrolled under the new FSCA license, ensuring their investments are protected under the entity's regulatory standards.

Enhanced Trading Experience

Last month, easyMarkets posted a strong performance for the second quarter, boosted by high trading volumes in Gold and Nasdaq. Gold prices jumped 20% in contrast to the same period last year. This attracted a notable investor interest.

During the second quarter, Nasdaq predominantly attracted high trading volumes among easyMarkets clients, posting a 51% expansion. According to the company, this boost highlighted the relevance and appeal of the current market environment.

Factoring in the bull market, the firm posted a substantial 45% decrease in crypto trading volumes from the first quarter. Several instruments also experienced remarkable price movements in the second quarter compared to the corresponding period of the prior year, with a 125% rise in Cocoa, a 20% increase in Gold, and a 6% boost in USDJPY.