FTMO

FTMO, a leading proprietary trading firm based in the Czech Republic, has entered into an agreement to acquire OANDA Global Corporation, a well-known trading platform. This has been announced by private equity firm CVC Capital Partners through its CVC Asia Fund IV. While the financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, this deal sets the stage for major transformations in both companies.

OANDA’s Legacy and Growth Under CVC

Founded in 1996, OANDA has been a trusted name in the trading industry, offering multi-asset trading, currency data, and analytics to retail and corporate clients. With operations in major financial hubs like New York, London, Tokyo, and Sydney, OANDA has built a reputation for reliability and innovation.

In 2018, CVC Capital Partners acquired a majority stake in OANDA, valuing the company at approximately $175 million. Over the past six years, OANDA has evolved from being a forex-focused platform to a global trading powerhouse, expanding into new markets such as Poland and launching an advanced trading app for smartphones. Under CVC’s ownership, OANDA prioritized regulatory compliance, risk management, and customer experience, strengthening its position as a global leader in digital trading.

Why FTMO is the Right Fit for OANDA

FTMO is one of the leading proprietary trading firms and has paid over $30 million in payouts. Unlike traditional brokers, FTMO focuses on trader education and skill development while also providing traders with evaluation challenges to access funded accounts, making it an attractive partner for OANDA’s next phase of growth.

The acquisition aligns with FTMO’s long-term vision of integrating advanced technology, education, and access to regulated markets. According to FTMO co-founders Otakar Šuffner (CEO) and Marek Vašíček (CTO), OANDA’s expertise in brokerage services and regulatory compliance complements FTMO’s trader-focused approach.

Although the acquisition is in progress, OANDA will continue operating as an independent brand, ensuring stability for its existing users. This clearly shows that FTMO is focusing on expanding into the regulated brokerage space without disrupting OANDA’s current operations.

What’s Next for OANDA?

OANDA has recently revamped its proprietary trading program, introducing more flexible evaluation challenges and increasing the profit split to up to 80% for its funded traders. These changes definitely indicate a shift toward attracting experienced traders. Now, With FTMO’s support, OANDA could improve its offerings significantly to better serve the prop firm space.

Benefits for Traders

With this acquisition, traders will gain significantly more benefits than before!

✅ More Educational Resources – OANDA users can definitely benefit from the educational resources offered by FTMO.
✅ Access to Regulated Brokerage Services – FTMO traders may soon benefit from OANDA’s regulated market access, making FTMO somewhat of a broker-backed prop firm while providing tighter spreads, faster execution, and lower commissions.