Pepperstone Group Limited
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Pepperstone Group Limited - overview
Established
2010
Location
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Primary Industry
Financial Services
About
Pepperstone Group Limited is a prominent online trading platform and Forex broker, specializing in providing a diverse range of financial instruments for retail and institutional traders. Founded in 2010 in Melbourne, Australia, Pepperstone Group Limited operates as an online trading platform offering access to Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and shares. The company was established by individuals with a background in financial markets. In September 2018, management acquired the company from CHAMP Private Equity, marking a shift towards greater autonomy.
The firm has engaged in two significant deals since its inception, with its most recent deal occurring in September 2018. Currently, Marc Stenzel and Tamas Szabo serve as co-CEOs, guiding the company's strategic direction. Pepperstone Group Limited is a leading online trading platform and Forex broker offering a comprehensive range of financial instruments primarily through Contracts for Difference (CFDs). Clients can trade in Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and shares, engaging in margin trading across over 1,350 instruments.
The platform caters to both retail and professional traders, providing advanced trading tools like automated trading, customizable charts, and access to multiple trading platforms, including MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and cTrader, without requiring direct ownership of underlying assets. In the most recent year, Pepperstone generated a revenue of USD 41. 57 mn, with an EBITDA of USD 45,730. 8.
Revenue is primarily derived from spreads and commissions on client trades, with costs based on the difference between bid and ask prices, which can be as low as 0. 05 points for select instruments. The company offers various account types that may provide different pricing structures and leverage options, contributing to its overall profitability and operational expenses. Pepperstone Group Limited is focused on expanding its product offerings and geographic presence.
While specific upcoming product launches were not disclosed, the company aims to enhance its trading services further. It is looking to penetrate new markets in Europe and Asia by 2024. The recent acquisition from CHAMP Private Equity will enable management to utilize internal resources to support these growth initiatives effectively.
Primary Industry
Financial Services
Sub Industries
Brokerages, e-Financial
Website
www.pepperstone.com
Verticals
FinTech
Total Amount Raised
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Pepperstone Group Limited - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale to Management | Completed | Pepperstone Group Limited | - | ||||||||
| Growth | Completed | Pepperstone Group Limited | - |
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