About BROOK
Overview
BROOK is a financial services entity registered in Australia on 19 June 2020. The firm operates through the domain brookfieldpty.com. As of the time of this review, BROOK does not hold any recognised regulatory licences, either in Australia or in other major financial jurisdictions. This absence of oversight places the broker in a high-risk category for retail traders.
Our records indicate that BROOK was established as a proprietary company in Australia. However, despite its Australian registration, it is not authorised by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) to offer financial services. This distinction is critical: registration as a company does not equate to regulatory permission to provide forex or CFD trading services.
Regulatory Status
BROOK appears to operate without any form of financial regulation. The broker is not listed on the registers of ASIC, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), or any other major financial regulator. This lack of oversight means that client funds are not protected by any investor compensation scheme or negative balance protection.
For traders, choosing an unregulated broker carries significant risk. There is no guarantee of fair trading practices, segregated client accounts, or recourse in the event of disputes. FXCanary strongly advises against depositing funds with any broker that fails to provide verifiable regulatory credentials.
Company Background
BROOK was incorporated in Australia on 19 June 2020. Its registered office address and corporate structure are not publicly detailed. The broker's domain, brookfieldpty.com, was registered around the same time. Without direct access to the website, we cannot confirm the specific services or products offered.
The name 'BROOK' and the domain 'brookfieldpty.com' might suggest a connection to the Brookfield group of companies, but there is no evidence to support such a link. Traders should exercise caution and treat the broker as an independent entity with no established reputation.
Risk Assessment
FXCanary has assigned BROOK a Scam Risk Score of 75 out of 100, categorised as 'Severe'. This score reflects the complete absence of regulatory oversight, limited public information, and the unverifiable nature of the broker's operations. The trading environment offered by BROOK is not monitored by any authority, exposing traders to potential misconduct.
Given the high risk, brokers like BROOK are generally unsuitable for most retail traders. The lack of transparency and regulatory protection means that any funds deposited are at substantial risk. Our recommendation is to avoid this broker entirely and seek alternatives that are properly regulated.
Conclusion
While BROOK is a registered company in Australia, it does not hold the necessary licences to operate as a forex broker. The absence of regulation and the severe scam risk score indicate that traders should not engage with this entity. Until verifiable regulatory information and transparent operations are provided, BROOK remains a high-risk proposition.
Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full BROOK review