Reason for this visit

South Africa is an emerging market economy that implements a free floating exchange rate system, and exchange rate is susceptible to fluctuations due to external factors. The South African foreign exchange market was under strict regulation in the early stage of its establishment. However, with the gradual relaxation of foreign exchange control, the participants in the real economy can utilize foreign exchange characterized by high flexibility in a larger scope, and the linkage between domestic and foreign financial markets has become closer. In 2017, the total trading volume of foreign exchange derivatives on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in South Africa hit 67.3 million lots, with a turnover of 900 billion South African rand. At present, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange offers a total of 25 foreign exchange futures and 15 foreign exchange options products. In addition to conventional futures and options contracts, South Africa has also made many innovations in the design of foreign exchange derivatives, such as the development of futures contracts that track a basket of exchange rates, customized futures contracts with optional expiry dates, and dual currency forex futures and options contracts on cross currency pairs. Forex traders in South Africa are among the wealthiest people on the continent, and their rich lifestyle influences aspiring traders. Many people in the country are fascinated by the stories of successful people, which makes forex trading even more popular. In order to help investors or practitioners have a more comprehensive understanding of foreign exchange brokers in South Africa, WikiFX survey team decides to go to the country for on-site visits to local companies.

On-site visit

In this issue, the survey team went to South Africa to visit forex broker Trading Pro as planned according to its regulatory address that Office 106, 1st Floor Pharos House, 70 Buckingham Terrace, Westville KwaZulu-Natal 3630.

The investigators came to the Pharos House at 70 Buckingham Terrace in Westville of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, for a visit to the brokers office. With a fabulous location with close proximity to M13 Freeway, the building is easily accessible via public transportation. Additionally, there is a large array of entertainment facilities in the bustling area.

Upon arrival at the building for further investigation, the survey personnel spotted a directory in the lobby, which did not display the information relevant to broker Trading Pro.

Then the inspection team walked to the 1st floor where there was only one co-working space called “Regus.” In the meantime, “Masthead (FTY) Ltd.” was also operating business on the same floor. After searching thoroughly, there was no link between the two companies and Trading Pro. No sign of the broker was found in the building, including its office 106.

Through the on-site investigation, it is confirmed that the broker does not have a physical presence at the place.

Conclusion

The survey team went to South Africa to visit forex broker Trading Pro as scheduled, but did not find the companys name at its regulatory address. This indicates that it does not have a physical business office at the location. Accordingly, investors are advised to make a judicious decision following much deliberation.

Disclaimer

The content is used for informational purpose only, and shall not be taken as a final order for making a choice.