ACCM Targets MENA and Europe Expansion After Hitting $285 Billion Monthly Volume Record

CFD broker ACCM is preparing for international expansion after reporting a record-breaking $285 billion in trading volume for January, marking one of the strongest months in the company’s history.

The figure represents a 33.5% month-on-month increase and a striking 102.8% year-on-year surge, underscoring rising trader activity—particularly in commodities.

According to information obtained by FinanceMagnates.com, the broker now plans to expand into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Europe within the next two years.

Gold Trading Drives Record Performance

The surge in trading activity was largely fueled by the continued rally in gold, which has dominated broker volumes globally over the past six months.

ACCM confirmed that:

  • Gold accounted for more than 67% of total January trading volume.
  • Silver represented 4.26% of the total.
  • Nearly 80% of the broker’s volume growth over the past two months came from gold and silver combined.

The rally in precious metals, intensified by geopolitical tensions and shifting interest rate expectations, has drawn traders away from other asset classes. Tien Ching, CEO of ACCM, commented: “Especially amid current geopolitical tensions and global trade conditions, coupled with the perception that US interest rates are still heading downward, we are seeing more traders move into opportunities in both gold and silver over the past months, driven by FOMO.”

He added that while metals may continue to show strong upward momentum, short-term volatility remains elevated.

5,700+ New Accounts Added

In addition to volume growth, ACCM added 5,748 new trading accounts in January, bringing its total active trader base to approximately 70,000 clients. The growth reflects heightened retail engagement during a period of strong commodity price movement.

Broker Risk Pressures Amid Gold Volatility

While the gold rally boosted trading volumes across the CFD industry, it also created risk management challenges, particularly for brokers operating B-book models.

As gold prices accelerated, many brokers tightened trading conditions by:

  • Reducing leverage
  • Increasing margin requirements
  • Adjusting risk parameters

Ching acknowledged the pressure: “I am of the view that the current market conditions pose significant challenges for most brokers. Even STP brokers are advised to pay close attention to trade position management and risk control.”

This highlights a broader industry shift where volatility management and balance-sheet protection are becoming just as important as profitability.

Strategic Expansion Into MENA and Europe

ACCM currently holds regulatory licenses in Australia and South Africa, while much of its client activity is conducted through offshore entities in Seychelles and Vanuatu.

Traffic data indicates that the majority of its online presence comes from Vietnam and Thailand, suggesting a strong Asia-Pacific retail base.

However, the broker is now targeting two highly strategic regions:

MENA (Middle East & North Africa)

Dubai and the broader UAE have become major hubs for CFD brokers in recent years. The region is considered attractive due to:

  • High trader engagement
  • Growing retail wealth
  • Increasing regulatory clarity

ACCM’s expansion into MENA places it alongside dozens of competitors that have already established local operations.

Europe

Despite several established brokers exiting parts of the European retail market due to regulatory pressure, new entrants continue to pursue opportunities in the region.

Interestingly, recruitment data shows that:

  • 23% of open roles among the top 50 CFD brokers are based in Cyprus
  • Only 6% are located in the UAE

This suggests that Europe, particularly Cyprus, remains a central operational hub for retail trading firms.

Branding Push Signals Global Ambitions

ACCM recently signed a multi-year sponsorship deal with the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP team, a move widely seen as an effort to increase global brand recognition ahead of its geographic expansion.

Sports sponsorships have become a common strategy among brokers seeking credibility and international exposure.