OPTIMAL TRADE / optimaltrd.org has been flagged by Financial Conduct Authority for "Unregistered/Unlicensed entity offering financial products or services". This company appears in our regulatory warnings database. Always verify with official regulatory sources before investing or doing business with this firm.
What really bothers me about OPTIMAL TRADE / optimaltrd.org is the disconnect between their marketing and reality. They position themselves as a premium service but deliver a below-average experience. Found them from a review site like this one and I fell for the polished exterior. Never again.
Pros: Regular updates|Automated trading options|Multiple order types|No hidden fees
Cons: Research section could be deeper
OPTIMAL TRADE / optimaltrd.org changed their fee structure with one month notice. What was a flat fee became a percentage. For my account size it meant a huge increase. When I objected they said I could leave. So I am leaving and writing this review.
Pros: Great customer service|Smooth onboarding
Cons: Minimum deposit could be lower|Limited demo account features
I closed a profitable position at OPTIMAL TRADE / optimaltrd.org and the profit was not credited for 5 days. Support said it was a settlement delay. When it finally arrived it was less than the amount shown on the platform. They could not explain the difference. I have moved my account.
Pros: Fast deposits|Regular updates
Cons: Limited cryptocurrency options
After seeing ads for OPTIMAL TRADE / optimaltrd.org online, I investigated. The company is listed in the IOSCO I-SCAN warnings database and has been flagged by Financial Conduct Authority. Their website looks professional but that means nothing - many scam operations invest heavily in appearance. Always check the regulatory warnings before investing.
Cons: Unauthorized firm|Found in IOSCO warnings database