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NewsIran war drives oil from $70 to $119; S&P 500 swings sharply on inflation fears1d ago
NewsU.S.-Israel strikes on Iran trigger global market selloff; oil surges, airlines sink1d ago
PayoutFundedNext topped 2025 payout leaderboard with $108M distributed to traders1d ago
WarningThe Funded Trader halts all payouts for internal audit1d ago
PayoutHola Prime hires Deloitte to audit payout claims amid industry trust crisis1d ago
WarningProp firm Funds For Traders shuts down1d ago
WarningProp firm FundingTicks winds down operations after cutting profit splits and imposing trading limits1d ago
NewsFinancial Commission launches certification program for prop trading firms1d ago
NewsFed holds rates steady, Warsh signals possible hikes ahead4d ago
New firmNew prop firm DojoTraders launches multi-asset funding model4d ago
PayoutMyForexFunds begins returning funds after court victory over CFTC4d ago
Rule changeFundingTicks faces backlash over retroactive rule changes4d ago
WarningFunded Engineer seeks new broker after FPFX tech cutoff4d ago
WarningTrue Forex Funds plans relaunch after MetaQuotes termination4d ago
WarningSurgeTrader shuts down after losing Match-Trader license4d ago
NewsIran war drives oil from $70 to $119; S&P 500 swings sharply on inflation fears1d ago
NewsU.S.-Israel strikes on Iran trigger global market selloff; oil surges, airlines sink1d ago
PayoutFundedNext topped 2025 payout leaderboard with $108M distributed to traders1d ago
WarningThe Funded Trader halts all payouts for internal audit1d ago
PayoutHola Prime hires Deloitte to audit payout claims amid industry trust crisis1d ago
WarningProp firm Funds For Traders shuts down1d ago
WarningProp firm FundingTicks winds down operations after cutting profit splits and imposing trading limits1d ago
NewsFinancial Commission launches certification program for prop trading firms1d ago
NewsFed holds rates steady, Warsh signals possible hikes ahead4d ago
New firmNew prop firm DojoTraders launches multi-asset funding model4d ago
PayoutMyForexFunds begins returning funds after court victory over CFTC4d ago
Rule changeFundingTicks faces backlash over retroactive rule changes4d ago
WarningFunded Engineer seeks new broker after FPFX tech cutoff4d ago
WarningTrue Forex Funds plans relaunch after MetaQuotes termination4d ago
WarningSurgeTrader shuts down after losing Match-Trader license4d ago
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Markets
AP News1d ago

Iran war drives oil from $70 to $119; S&P 500 swings sharply on inflation fears

Brent crude spiked from ~$70/barrel to $119 since Iran conflict began, dictating violent stock market swings. Investors oscillate between hopes for quick resolution and fears of prolonged Persian Gulf supply disruption. Higher oil threatens to reignite inflation, pressuring central banks. Crude, indices, and inflation-sensitive sectors remain extremely volatile.

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CNBC1d ago

U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran trigger global market selloff; oil surges, airlines sink

Markets opened lower after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran escalated Middle East tensions. S&P 500 futures down 1.1%, Nasdaq futures -1.5%. Oil prices jumped on supply fears; airline stocks fell on fuel cost worries. Bonds defied traditional safe-haven flows. Traders in energy, indices, and travel-sector equities face heightened volatility until conflict trajectory clarifies.

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Payout
FundedNext logoFundedNext1d ago

FundedNext topped 2025 payout leaderboard with $108M distributed to traders

Prop Firm Match tracker shows FundedNext paid nearly $108M to traders in 2025, leading all firms. Total tracked payouts across the industry reached $325M. While payout figures are self-reported and debated, the data offers a snapshot of which firms are processing large volumes. Traders should still verify payout speed and reliability independently.

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The Funded Trader logoThe Funded Trader1d ago

The Funded Trader halts all payouts for internal audit

Miami-based The Funded Trader stopped processing trader payouts, citing a self-imposed internal audit. Firm previously lost MetaTrader access due to MetaQuotes crackdown on unlicensed US retail operations. Payout freeze raises red flags; traders with funded accounts face uncertainty. Watch for updates on when withdrawals resume and whether firm can regain operational stability.

Read full storyvia FX News Group
Payout
Hola Prime logoHola Prime1d ago

Hola Prime hires Deloitte to audit payout claims amid industry trust crisis

Hola Prime commissioned Big Four auditor Deloitte to verify its payout processing from Oct 2025 to Mar 2026, an unusual transparency move in an industry where most payout claims rely on internal dashboards. The audit aims to build trader trust as competitors face scrutiny over delayed or unverified payouts. Could set new benchmark for credibility.

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Warning
Finance Magnates1d ago

Prop firm Funds For Traders shuts down

Funds For Traders ceases operations, becoming another casualty in the prop trading shakeout. No details yet on payout fulfillment for existing funded traders. Part of the broader 2024-2025 industry contraction where dozens of undercapitalized or poorly managed firms have exited. Traders should verify payout history and regulatory status before joining any firm.

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Warning
Finance Magnates1d ago

Prop firm FundingTicks winds down operations after cutting profit splits and imposing trading limits

Another prop firm exits the market following rule changes that squeezed trader earnings. FundingTicks reduced profit shares and added restrictions before shutting down entirely. Adds to the growing list of 80-100 firms that closed in 2024, signaling ongoing industry consolidation and heightened risk for traders choosing newer platforms.

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News
Finance Magnates1d ago

Financial Commission launches certification program for prop trading firms

An industry regulator introduces formal certification for prop firms, potentially separating credible operators from fly-by-night platforms. Traders may see higher standards and better protections as certified firms comply with baseline rules. Could reduce risk of sudden closures or payout failures for traders choosing certified providers.

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Markets
CNBC4d ago

Fed holds rates steady, Warsh signals possible hikes ahead

New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh kept rates unchanged in debut meeting but revised statement language removes cut bias and shortens guidance. Dot plot excludes Warsh's view; he announced task forces to overhaul operations. Market now prices zero cuts in 2026. Hawkish pivot pressures equities and supports USD strength.

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New firm
TradingView News4d ago

New prop firm DojoTraders launches multi-asset funding model

DojoTraders debuts with unified access to Forex, Futures, Crypto, and Equities under one roof. Aims to consolidate trader experience across asset classes and reduce need for multiple firm accounts. Success hinges on execution quality and competitive rule structure in crowded market.

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Payout
FX News Group4d ago

MyForexFunds begins returning funds after court victory over CFTC

US court ruled in favor of MyForexFunds against CFTC in 2025, unfreezing assets frozen since 2023. Firm and founder Murtuza Kazmi now processing pending payouts via email to affected users. Represents rare legal win against regulator but full fund recovery timeline remains unclear.

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Rule change
Finance Magnates4d ago

FundingTicks faces backlash over retroactive rule changes

Futures prop firm FundingTicks changed rules mid-stream, adding one-minute hold requirement and cutting profit splits for existing traders. Trustpilot rating collapsed to 3.2 with 38% one-star reviews. Retroactive policy shifts violate trader trust and may signal cash-flow stress at firm.

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Warning
FX News Group4d ago

Funded Engineer seeks new broker after FPFX tech cutoff

Dubai prop firm Funded Engineer lost access to FPFX Technologies platform, forcing migration to proprietary tech. Firm claims it was near end of FPFX contract anyway and plans months-long transition. Traders face service interruption during switch. Outcome depends on speed of new infrastructure rollout.

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Warning
TradingView News4d ago

True Forex Funds plans relaunch after MetaQuotes termination

Hungary-based True Forex Funds aims to restart week of Feb 19 after losing MT4/MT5 licenses from MetaQuotes. CEO Richard Nagy seeking alternate platform. Firm had suspended payouts and operations during transition. Relaunch success depends on securing new tech backbone quickly.

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Warning
TradingView News4d ago

SurgeTrader shuts down after losing Match-Trader license

Florida prop firm SurgeTrader ceased operations one week after Match-Trade Technologies terminated its platform license. Firm unable to secure alternate tech provider. Traders with active accounts now face uncertain fund recovery. Highlights concentration risk of relying on single platform supplier.

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FTUK
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City Traders Imperium
8.7/10$3980%
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Finotive Funding
8.1/10$2980%
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Audacity Capital
8/10£4975%
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Funded Trading Plus
8/10£8980%
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FTMO
7.9/10€7980%
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AquaFunded
7.8/10$29100%
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For Traders
7.8/10$2380%
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Maven Trading
7.7/10$1380%
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FundedNext
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