The recent developments in the forex and CFD industry highlight significant movements and new entries into the market. A major player in the retail trading sector, Webull, has established its presence in Europe by launching services in the Netherlands. Operating from its headquarters in Amsterdam, Webull EU aims to provide access to its trading platform to both novice and experienced investors. The company plans to expand its services to other European countries in the months ahead, making the platform available for download on major app stores.
Additionally, a new online broker, Investing.one, has launched after receiving CySEC licensing. The broker is now onboarding clients and has plans to introduce a feature known as “Insider tracking,” which would allow users to gain insights into the portfolios of top traders, including those of CEOs and fund managers. However, this feature is still marked as a forthcoming addition.
In terms of organizational changes, D Prime, formerly known as Doo Prime, has restructured its operations by laying off its entire marketing team based in Cyprus. This decision includes significant personnel shifts within the marketing department, emphasizing a potential strategic pivot for the firm.
On a separate note, Robinhood experienced a notable increase in its stock price following its inclusion in the S&P 500 index. After a preliminary rise of 6% in after-hours trading, the stock surged by 16% when the market reopened, marking a substantial gain for the company.
In other industry-related performance metrics, Capital.com reported an impressive increase in trading volumes, which rose by 42% in the first half of 2025, reaching a total of $1.5 trillion. This growth reflects strong activity in trading, particularly across the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, which has emerged as a significant market for the broker.
Recent executive movements within the industry are also noteworthy. Elena Kupriianova has joined DB Investing as Chief Marketing Officer, while Chris Drummond from Pepperstone has been appointed to head Trading at LMAX. Furthermore, Thomas Stewart has been added to the team at ATFX Connect for sales in Australia. Other moves include Stathis Flangofas, a former CFO from notable firms like Capital.com and SquaredFinancial, joining the offshore CFDs broker Kudotrade, and Reem Khayat moving from Binance to Revolut to lead Crypto product marketing. Stocktwits has brought on Rob Shaw as COO, and Marc Costantini has been appointed as the CEO of Corebridge Financial.
These developments paint a dynamic picture of the retail forex and CFD industry, with new market entrants, executive changes, and strong trading performance indicating a rapidly evolving landscape. Companies are adapting to market demands and exploring opportunities for growth, while established players are seeing notable shifts in their operations and financial performance.