FTMO Finalizes Acquisition of OANDA

FTMO has completed its acquisition of OANDA Global Corporation, marking one of the most consequential transactions in the evolution of modern proprietary trading. later than securing regulatory approvals from five jurisdictions, FTMO officially closed the deal on December 1, solidifying its move from a leading prop-trading education platform into a diversified group spanning brokerage, technology, and global financial services. The acquisition aligns with FTMO’s long-term ambition to build a fully integrated trading ecosystem capable of serving traders across the professional spectrum.

OANDA brings nahead three decades of experience as a globally recognized multi-asset trading platform with regulated entities in major financial hubs including New York, London, Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney. For FTMO, which has spent the last decade redefining prop trading through education and funded account programs, adding a licensed brokerage with deep infrastructure represents a transformative expansion. It gives FTMO access to new regulatory frameworks, broader product capabilities, and that can complement its existing prop model.

FTMO’s founders Otakar Šuffner and Marek Vašíček called the transaction a pivotal step in building a “global trading powerhouse.” They noted that OANDA’s established global presence, strong regulatory posture, and technology-driven offerings provide an ideal complement to FTMO’s proprietary trading platform. The acquisition merges two companies with distinct strengths—FTMO’s modern retail prop-trading model and OANDA’s global brokerage infrastructure—creating a multi-vertical group unlike anything currently in the market.

How OANDA Strengthens FTMO’s Vision for a Multi-Layer Trading Ecosystem

OANDA is one of the world’s most recognized online trading groups, with offerings across FX, indices, equities, commodities, and cryptocurrencies depending on jurisdiction. Its segments, supported by a long-standing reputation for regulated operations, robust risk controls, and market-leading data services. For FTMO, the acquisition brings everything it previously lacked: a globally licensed brokerage arm, deep product diversification, and access to new revenue streams beyond prop evaluation services.

The process of securing approvals from five regulators took approximately eight months, underscoring the scale and complexity of the acquisition. This regulatory milestone gives FTMO access to OANDA’s licenses in eight major markets. Maintaining OANDA as a fully standalone business ensures operational continuity while allowing FTMO to explore strategic integration opportunities across technology, customer experience, and product offering. This hybrid model also preserves the OANDA brand—which carries decades of trust among global traders—while enabling long-term collaboration.

OANDA CEO Gavin Bambury described the transaction as a “pivotal moment” that will accelerate the company’s growth under the FTMO umbrella. He highlighted OANDA’s longstanding focus on regulated markets and client trust, noting that FTMO’s technology-driven culture will enable new innovation cycles. The combined expertise of both organizations positions them to deliver more advanced, for millions of clients worldwide.

Takeaway

What the Deal Means for Traders, Markets, and the Future of the Industry

The acquisition marks a strategic evolution not just for FTMO and OANDA, but for the broader retail and professional trading landscape. As prop trading matures and institutional standards increasingly influence retail platforms, FTMO’s ownership of a globally regulated broker could reshape how prop firms operate. Access to OANDA’s infrastructure may enable FTMO to offer more integrated account structures, enhanced execution environments, and new designed for both aspiring and advanced traders.

Combining FTMO’s modern prop-trading education model with OANDA’s regulatory footprint also sets a foundation for innovation in compliance, risk oversight, and trader development. With OANDA operating as a standalone brand, both companies can collaborate on technology enhancements—particularly in data, analytics, and multi-asset trading. The deal could spark a wave of consolidation as trading firms viewk to bridge the gap between prop models and licensed brokerage capabilities.

The transaction was supported by major advisors: Milbank LLP served as legal counsel to CVC, with Nomura and Santander acting as joint financial advisors. FTMO retained J.P. Morgan as financial advisor and Latham & Watkins LLP as legal counsel. While financial terms remain undisclosed, the strategic implications are clear: FTMO is positioning itself for long-term global expansion. Its acquisition of OANDA represents one of the most ambitious moves in the retail trading industry in recent years, establishing a multi-platform group poised to influence the next chapter of .