Basis Capital Markets UK Limited

Basis Capital Markets UK Limited is a forex and CFD broker registered in the United Kingdom. The company was incorporated on 20 November 2015 under company number 09882444 and is based in London. It operates the website basiscap.com and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) with Firm Reference Number 810733.

The broker positions itself as a technology-enabled platform catering to institutional clients, including large financial and non-financial corporates and family offices. It offers services in currencies, commodities, and CFDs, with a focus on providing liquidity, efficient pricing, and access to advanced trading technology.

Basis Capital Markets UK Limited holds an FCA authorisation as an authorised firm. The FCA register confirms that the firm has 13 approved persons and holds 5 regulatory permissions. No enforcement actions are currently recorded against the firm. This regulatory status provides a layer of oversight and protection for clients, though the firm primarily serves professional clients who may not benefit from the same level of FSCS protection as retail clients.

The company is also registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for data protection, as noted in company records. Its FCA status is publicly verifiable through the Financial Services Register.

According to the broker's website, Basis Capital Markets offers over 200 currency pairs for both cash and derivative products. Commodities are also available, including precious metals, industrial metals, energy, and agricultural commodities. Additionally, the firm provides CFDs on stocks and equity indices.

The product range is designed to meet the needs of professional and institutional clients, with a focus on deep liquidity and competitive pricing. The broker claims to have experts who work directly with hedgers and investors to develop tailored strategies.

Basis Capital Markets offers the MetaTrader 4 (MT4) platform, a widely used trading platform in the forex and CFD industry. The broker also integrates with third-party technology providers such as Lucera for co-located infrastructure and connectivity. The firm's proprietary solutions and partnerships aim to deliver a high-performance trading environment with smart order routing and price aggregation.

The technology is geared towards professional traders who require reliable execution and advanced order management capabilities.

The broker provides contact information for support, sales, and new accounts. Clients can reach the firm via email at support@basiscap.com or sales@basiscap.com, and by phone through a London-based number. The website includes a contact form for inquiries.

The firm's Terms of Business and Client Agreement outline the legal framework governing client accounts, including definitions, account balances, and access codes. The broker emphasises a relationship-driven approach, aiming to provide a 'connected approach' to its clients.

Basis Capital Markets explicitly targets professional clients, including large financial and non-financial corporates, family offices, and institutional investors. The broker's website states that it 'level[s] the playing field for financial markets participants' through its technology and market insights.

Retail clients are not the primary focus, and the firm's documentation includes a risk warning that highlights the suitability of its products for experienced traders who can bear potential losses. The professional client categorisation means that certain regulatory protections available to retail clients may not apply.

Basis Capital Markets UK Limited is a private limited company, part of a corporate group of two companies. According to Companies House records, the company has been active since incorporation and has seen high asset growth. It is classified under SIC code 66120 (security and commodity contracts dealing activities).

The firm's filing history is publicly available through Companies House, providing transparency about its corporate governance and financial activities. However, specific details about the group structure or ultimate ownership are not readily apparent from the public information.