Valutrades Denies Market Exit, Announces Strategic Client Portfolio Review

FCA-regulated FX and CFDs broker Valutrades has issued a formal statement denying rumors that it is exiting certain markets or planning to shut down. The statement, titled "Valutrades Reaffirms Commitment to Global Operations, Announces Strategic Client Portfolio Review," was received by FX News Group.

The rumors appear to have been fueled by "New Account Applications are Closed" messages displayed on Valutrades' website, both on its UK site and its international site operated by Valutrades (Seychelles) Limited.

Valutrades said the changes to its client servicing arrangements are part of a planned strategic review of its client portfolio and do not signal an exit from any market or region. The company continues to operate business as usual across its global footprint.

As part of ongoing business planning, Valutrades has discontinued servicing certain client segments and services that it determined are not commercially sustainable or profitable. The company described this as a routine portfolio optimization exercise, not a broader retreat from any jurisdiction or market.

Going forward, Valutrades will take a more selective approach to onboarding new clients, particularly where those clients or their jurisdictions present a higher risk profile. The company said this reflects its commitment to robust risk management and full compliance with regulatory obligations.

Valutrades' KYC and client onboarding processes will evolve with some short-term technical changes, with heightened scrutiny applied to higher-risk jurisdictions. These practices are designed to protect the integrity of the business and the interests of its client base.

Valutrades remains well-capitalised, with client funds held in segregated accounts at Tier 1 banking institutions. The company said it continues to have the full backing and support of its shareholders.

In its most recently reported financial results for 2025, Valutrades reported revenues of £2.3 million, up 16% from £1.9 million in 2024. The company's net loss of £672,000 improved from a £2.6 million deficit the previous year, as it pared administrative expenses by 25%, from £2.5 million to £1.9 million. Subsequent to year end, the company received an additional capital injection of £600,000 from its shareholders.

Valutrades is run from London and led by CEO Graeme Watkins, who has held the position since 2015. The company is controlled by Indonesian investors Aman Lakhiani and Anil Bahirwani.

"What we're doing is sharpening our focus — concentrating our resources on client segments and markets that are aligned with our long-term business model and that we can serve sustainably and well," said Graeme Watkins, CEO.

"This is about focusing on a stronger, more resilient business — not stepping back from one," Watkins added. "We're investing in the client relationships and markets that matter most to our future, backed by the same capital strength and risk discipline our clients and partners have always relied on."