About WB
Company Overview
WB Corporation Limited, operating under the domain 852fgl.com, is an online trading firm registered in Hong Kong. The company was established on 8 July 2022, according to public records. Its stated focus is on facilitating London gold and silver trading for individual and institutional clients.
The firm lists a regulatory licence from HKGX, a Hong Kong-based regulator for precious metals trading; however, aggregated industry data and independent checks have raised concerns about the legitimacy of this licence. The broker's address is registered at 九龍尖沙咀庇利金街8號百利金商業中心18樓1802室 (Unit 1802, 18/F, Burlington Commercial Centre, 8 Pilkem Street, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon).
Regulatory Status
WB claims to be regulated by HKGX, but independent verification of this licence is limited. HKGX is not a widely recognised financial regulator, and the broker's registration with it has been flagged as potentially invalid by several industry databases. This lack of clear regulatory oversight increases the risk profile for prospective traders.
As of the time of this review, no major regulatory body (such as the SFC in Hong Kong or equivalent overseers) confirms WB's authorisation. Traders should consider this when evaluating the safety of funds.
Account Types and Requirements
The broker offers a demo account for clients to test the platform without financial risk. For live trading, three real account tiers are available: Silver, Gold, and Platinum. All three accounts require a relatively high minimum deposit of $1,000, which may be a barrier for smaller retail traders.
The accounts differ primarily in spreads and leverage offered, with higher-tier accounts reportedly providing tighter spreads and higher leverage. Detailed comparison of features between the tiers is not fully disclosed on the website.
Trading Platform and Instruments
WB provides its own proprietary trading platform, accessible via web browser and mobile application. The platform is said to include charting tools, technical indicators, and real-time price streaming for gold and silver.
Trading instruments are limited to London gold (XAU) and London silver (XAG) spot contracts, with fixed leverage options. The broker does not offer forex pairs, indices, commodities, or other asset classes. This narrow focus may suit traders specialised in precious metals but offers no diversification.
Deposits and Withdrawals
Funding methods available include bank wire transfers and credit/debit cards. The broker states that deposits are processed within 24 hours, while withdrawals may take 2-5 business days. No third-party payment processors are listed.
There is limited information on withdrawal fees or processing conditions, and client fund segregation practices are not clearly stated. This lack of transparency adds to the risk considerations.
Client Suitability
The broker appears to target traders who are experienced in precious metals trading and willing to accept higher risk due to the regulatory ambiguity. The high minimum deposit and limited instrument range make it less suitable for beginners or those seeking a well-regulated environment.
WB’s offering may appeal to high-risk-tolerant traders looking for leveraged exposure to gold and silver, but the absence of independent reviews and questioned licence suggest caution is warranted.
Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full WB review