CMC Markets Plc is a leading global provider of online trading and investing services, offering comprehensive retail, professional, and institutional solutions. Founded in 1989 by Lord Peter Cruddas, the company delivers best-in-class multi-asset platforms enabling access to over 12,000 financial instruments, including forex, CFDs, indices, treasuries, and shares across global markets. Its business operates through three core verticals: Direct-to-Consumer for seamless trading and investing experiences; Platform Technology as a Service for institutional-grade B2B execution and white-label solutions; and an emerging Web 3.0 and DeFi vertical leveraging blockchain for faster, scalable financial infrastructure. Headquartered in London with 12 offices worldwide, CMC Markets serves clients in key regions like the UK, Australia, Singapore, Europe, and expanding markets in the Middle East, North America, and Bermuda. Renowned for technological innovation, it boasts 99.93% platform uptime, superior execution speeds, and numerous awards for mobile trading, customer service, education tools, and low fees from sources like ForexBrokers.com and ADVFN. With diversified revenue streams and a focus on sustainability, risk management, and product diversification, CMC Markets plays a pivotal role in democratizing access to financial markets while driving long-term growth.