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Forex Broker Closures 2025: Every Shutdown Tracked
Several forex brokers shut down in 2025. This page tracks every confirmed closure, what happened, and what affected traders should do next.
FundingTicks Closes: What Happened and 5 Futures Prop Firm Alternatives
FundingTicks closed in January 2026 after retroactive rule changes sparked mass backlash. See what went wrong and the 5 best futures prop firm alternatives.
MyFundedFX Shut Down: What Happened and 5 Alternatives for 2026
MyFundedFX shut down all prop trading in February 2026 with just two days notice. Here is what happened, how refunds worked, and the best alternatives.
FTMO Launches 1-Step Challenge — What Traders Need to Know
FTMO launched its 1-Step Challenge in February 2026. Here are the rules, profit split, fees, and how it compares to the 2-Step and competitors.
Gold Steadies Near $4,578 After Sharp March Correction — Where Next for XAU/USD?
Gold fell 18% from its $5,589 all-time high in March 2026 amid forced liquidations. The metal has stabilised near $4,578 as traders eye key levels.
Brent Oil Posts Biggest Monthly Gain Since 1988 as Iran War Chokes Global Supply
Brent crude surged over 50% in March 2026, the biggest monthly gain since 1988, as the Iran war shut the Strait of Hormuz and reshaped forex markets.
TX3 Funding vs TopTier Trader – What Changed After the Rebrand?
When TopTier Trader quietly transitioned into TX3 Funding, the prop trading community immediately took notice. Traders who had passed evaluations with TopTier —
Is GatesFX Legit? Here’s What We Found in 2025
When a broker promises up to 1:1000 leverage, raw spreads, and same-day withdrawals, it’s natural to be cautious. So, we put GatesFX under the microscope — from
HeroFX Implements TraderLocker – Why it Matters
TradeLocker is a next-gen trading front end built on DXtrade, designed around TradingView’s charting engine and a simplified, fast order workflow: on-chart entr
Zara FX Raids & Crackdown: The Full Story + Warning for Traders
In early August 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in India raided four locations linked to the forex platform Zara FX, also known as ZarVista. The raids we
KOT4X Closure Update: Why the Offshore Broker Shut Down
The Aftermath of September’s Shutdown When KOT4X froze new trades on 21 September 2025 and terminated all positions by 1 October, many assumed it was a temporar
TopTier Trader Rebrands to TX3 Funding — What Traders Need to Know
It’s official: the well-known prop firm TopTier Trader has rebranded and relaunched under a new name — TX3 Funding. Visitors to TopTierTrader.com are now automa
24K Markets Trading Halt: What Traders Need to Know
24K Markets has just issued an urgent trader notice confirming that all trading symbols are now set to “Close Only.” This means no new trades can be opened on e
24K Markets Preparing to Close? What Traders Need to Know
Emerging reports suggest that 24K Markets might be shutting down operations. While there is no fully confirmed official notice from the broker (or at least none
Is SageFX Preparing to Close? What Traders Should Know
Recently, SageFX has emerged in industry reports alongside other offshore CFD brokers that seem to be winding back operations. While no definitive closure has b
Is Vital Markets Facing Closure? What You Need to Know
Recent reports and industry chatter suggest Vital Markets may be preparing to shut down operations or significantly wind back its services. While nothing is yet
OspreyFX Closes Its Doors: What Traders Need to Know
OspreyFX, a well-known online forex and CFD broker, officially closed operations in July 2025. The decision marked the end of several years of activity in the t
KOT4X Is Closing – Here’s How to Withdraw Your Funds Safely
In late September 2025, KOT4X (also known as “Kings of Transparency”) announced that it will shut down its trading services. According to notices sent to client
KOT4X Shuts Down: What You Should Know
What We Know So Far In September 2025, reports surfaced that KOT4X, alongside other offshore CFD brokers such as SageFX and Nash Markets, began winding down ope