Reason for this visit

Australia boasts a profound trading culture and a world-recognized regulatory environment. Currency markets are very popular in the country. Australian top currency brokers reportedly have more daily trading volume than cash trades in Australian stocks. The participants in Australian forex market include banks, forex brokers, investment companies, individual investors, etc. As a forex market regulator, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) supervises the behaviors of all participants and the operation of markets such as financial service, securities, futures, forex, and others. The ASIC is committed to protecting investors rights and interests and help them avoid market risks by using more stringent regulatory systems. With the further development of financial market and economy in Australia, the local forex market will continue to grow. In an attempt to help investors or practitioners have a more comprehensive understanding of foreign exchange dealers in Australia, WikiFX survey team decides to go to the country for on-site visits to local companies.

On-site visit

In this issue, the survey team went to Australia to visit broker Prospero as planned according to its regulatory address that Level 4/990 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128.

The investigators arrived at 990 Whitehorse Road in Box Hill of Victoria, Australia for a visit to the brokers office on December 13, 2023, and located a modern commercial building with a good surrounding environment. Additionally, the building is easily accessible via public transports in close proximity to Box Hill railway station.

Upon access to the 4th floor of the building via the elevator for further investigation, the survey personnel spotted a floor directory, which displayed the company name of Prospero.

Upon arrival at the broker‘s office, the company name and logo of Prospero could be seen conspicuously at the entrance. The inquiry team received a warm welcome and conducted a visit to the broker’s office, accompanied by their staff. There were 7 separate rooms and a working area equipped with professional facilities in the office featuring a simple but generous interior design and a neat and tidy working environment.

Through the on-site investigation, its confirmed that the broker truly has a physical presence at the location.

Conclusion

The survey team went to Australia to visit broker Prospero as scheduled, and found the company at its regulatory address. This denotes that the broker really has a physical business office at the place. Meanwhile, investors are advised to make an informed decision following much deliberation.

Disclaimer

The content is used for informational purpose only, and shall not be taken as a final order for making a choice.