Reason for this visit

As the world‘s third largest economy, Japan is the one of the forex trading hubs in Asia-Pacific. JPY has become one of the major currencies on forex trading market as the global trade and capital flow expands. The country boasts a large scale forex spot market, with an average daily transaction volume of around 300 billion US dollars. Institutional investors are the main participants, while the proportion of individual investors rises steadily. In the meantime, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission (SESC) in Japan impose more stringent regulations on forex brokers, requiring them to verify the customers’ identity and hold sufficient funds. Recent years have witnessed the rise of online trading platforms. In brief, with an increasingly strict regulatory rules, Japans forex market is set to embrace bright prospects – or a more stable global role for JPY. In an attempt to help investors better understand the current forex brokers in Japan, WikiFX survey team decides to go to the country for on-site visits to local companies.

Brand story

Ridder Trader Group is an international multi-asset registered brokerage firm that offers contracts for difference (CFDs), foreign exchange margin and precious metals trading services to clients across the Asia-Pacific region. The company has won over 40 international awards. Certified by international regulatory bodies, Ridder Trader provides professional and standardized forex trading channels and personalized services to qualified financial investors at higher industry service standards. Placing customer interests first, Ridder Trader provides MT5 trading platform featuring high interbank liquidity, fast and robust order execution, and is among the first brokers to offer all clients the unique absolute zero account option with spreads as low as 0 pips. All trading funds are secured in segregated accounts and held in custody by trusted third-party bank, J.P. Morgan, and global traders can trade with Ridder Trader anytime, anywhere! The brand story continues, as Ridder Trader remains committed to continuously innovating and improving service quality. In the journey through the financial domain, Ridder Trader will continue to lead the way for the future of investment.

On-site visit

In this issue, the survey team went to Japan to visit forex broker Ridder Trader as planned according to its regulatory address that 4-8-19 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo.

On March 18, 2024, the investigators came to a modern commercial building at 4-8-19 Akasaka in Minato Ward of Tokyo for a visit to the brokers office. With a fabulous location in close proximity of multiple stations, the elegant building is easily accessible via pubic transports with just 4-minute walk to the Akasaka-Mitsuke Station.

Upon arrival at the building, the survey personnel spotted a directory in the lobby, which displayed that Ridder Trader is located on the 10th floor.

The investigation team accessed the 10th floor by the elevator, and easily found Ridder Traders office. And the team received warm welcome and was allowed to visit their office upon chatting with the staff of Ridder Trader.

With the guidance of the receptionist, the survey team accessed the broker‘s office, and saw the reception area, where Ridder Trader’s company name and logo could be conspicuously seen. In the meantime, approximately ten certificates and multiple trophies on display witnessed the broker‘s international features, outstanding customer service, and innovative business, demonstrating appropriately the company’s image and culture.

Upon visiting the office of Ridder Trader, the survey team spotted 3 independent rooms including conference hall accommodating dozens of employees, with desk and chair sets placed in an order manner in a tranquil working environment. Meanwhile, the brokers office was fully equipped with various professional facilities such as TV sets and projectors, and different kinds of advertising roll-up banners were displayed in a well-organized way in the office.

In the working area, there were numerous office desks equipped with professional and full-featured facilities, which provided staff with professional, effective, and comfortable working environment. The entire office features a simple and generous interior and a clean and tidy atmosphere, denoting a highly professional, modern and prominent brokerage firm.

In brief, it can be seen from the on-site investigation, Ridder Trader attaches great importance to high quality working environment and meticulous corporate culture, boasting a fabulous location and premium equipment. All these showcase Ridder Traders professionalism and profound business pursuits.

Conclusion

The survey team went to Japan for a visit to forex broker Ridder Trader as scheduled, and found the companys name at its regulatory address. This suggests that the broker truly has a physical business office at the location. Meanwhile, investors are advised to make a sensible decision following a comprehensive consideration.

Disclaimer

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