Reason for this Visit

In September 2025, the Z/Yen Group in the UK and the China Development Institute (Shenzhen) simultaneously released the “38th Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 38)” report in London, UK, and Qingdao, China. This index evaluates and ranks major global financial centres based on factors including business environment, human capital, infrastructure, financial sector development level, and reputation. In this report, New York, USA, ranked first, followed by London, UK, in second place, with Hong Kong, China, close behind.

As an established financial hub, the UK retail forex market has formed a “pyramid ecosystem” under the world’s strictest regulation by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority). This stringent regulatory approach has fostered a polarization: while the number of domestic retail clients is decreasing by 12% annually (FCA data), 45% of high-net-worth and institutional clients continue to flock in, attracted by the £85,000 investor compensation protection and certain tax advantages available to UK retail investors, helping to maintain London’s position as the global leader in daily forex trading volume (38% share).

In the retail forex industry, an FCA license has long become an international “gold standards.” High-net-worth clientele from the Middle East and Asia prioritize it as a primary trust indicator (78% share), and licensed entities receive top-tier liquidity with 15%-20% tighter spreads. In this episode, WikiFX survey team heads to the UK to get a look at the operations of forex brokers in a premier global financial hub.

On-site Visit

In recent years, the globally strategic retail forex broker Moneta Markets has frequently reported positive news. In 2024, Moneta Markets, approved by the UK FCA, acquired VIBHS Financial Ltd, marking another achievement in its global compliant operations map. How does this forex broker, founded in 2013 and strictly regulated by the FCA, operate in the UK? On October 27, 2025, WikiFX survey team, equipped with professional personnel and photographic equipment, went to London, UK, to show forex investors the true appearance of this renowned broker.

The official UK operational address published by Moneta Markets is 11-12 Tokenhouse Yard, London, EC2R 7AS. This location is in the core of the City of London, adjacent to the Bank of England and just a 2-minute walk from Bank tube station, placing it squarely in the heart of UK finance.

The target building is a Grade II listed building. Its Victorian-style red brick exterior exudes a strong British character. The five-story structure retains rich historical elements inside, such as fireplaces, high ceilings, and chandeliers. It is reported to have previously been the headquarters of Cazenove, the stockbroker to the British Queen, symbolizing its financial heritage.

According to property management, the extreme scarcity of this location commands a premium, with office space for around 40 people averaging £50,000 per month. The primary tenants are financial firms (like forex brokers), startups, and consulting agencies. After stating their purpose to security personnel, the survey team was permitted entry to explore the interior.

Inside the building, an elegant ebony antique wooden staircase stands out, flanked by tall columns adorned with Halloween couplets. Ascending the stairs, one passes retro wall lamps, murals, and windows of medieval style. Led by the receptionist, the survey team pushed open a distinctly aged door and quickly found the office of Moneta Markets.

The logo of Moneta Markets UK, though less visually prominent than the brand’s presence in other regions worldwide – a “black background with white text and a stroke of red” – appeared even more steady and dignified as a small nameplate on the weighty, historic wooden door.

Upon entering, the survey team found that the decor of Moneta Markets proved exceptionally refined: a spacious, bright meeting room exuded a classic, elegant charm. Sunlight streamed through artistically pleasing windows, creating interplay of light and shadow on solemn murals. Following the line of sight, a wooden ship model with sails set, placed on a low wooden cabinet against the wall, symbolized the company’s aspirational voyage ahead.

Near the window corner, beside a characteristically British alcove, sat an elegant display piece featuring the company logo. In the center of the room, a long, narrow conference table with neatly arranged chairs conveyed rigour and solemnity, creating an illusion of being in an ancient parliamentary hall.

The decor style of Moneta Markets exudes luxury, where the rich, classic elegance does not overshadow the modern touches visible throughout. During the visit, the survey team observed a harmonious layout of functional areas, spacious and well-distributed workstations, and neatly organized office supplies, all of exquisite quality. Only the ticking of a rose-gold clock on the pristine white wall reminded one that it was functional, not merely decorative art.

Moneta Markets also emphasizes employee wellbeing. A walnut-colored long table in the pantry area was stocked with premium beverages and fine utensils for staff to freely enjoy. Furthermore, the survey team noted that the broker places great emphasis on its brand building. Conspicuous company logos were visible everywhere: on large wall screens, employee mugs, notepads, and ornaments on the fireplace.

This field visit left a profound and impressive impact on the survey team. Their staff demonstrated professional expertise and a proactively cooperative attitude, which was refreshing. The company’s internal and external environment is first-class, its brand visuals are excellent, management processes are rigorous and orderly, and both hardware and software facilities are comprehensive and well-equipped. The investigators witnessed scientifically planned office space, professional operations, and systematic management of commercial information security, strongly corroborating Moneta Markets’ qualifications as a broker with compliant strength and professionalized operations. Based on the on-site verification results, it is confirmed that the broker maintains a genuine operational presence at this registered address.

Conclusion

As planned, WikiFX survey team visited the forex broker Moneta Markets in London, UK. At its publicly displayed business address, they confirmed the existence of authentic office premises and operational activities for this broker.

Disclaimer

The above content is a textual narration of the survey team’s visit experience to the forex broker, aimed at presenting traders with the true aspects of the forex broker’s operational environment, business scale, etc. Forex investment carries risks. Therefore, this article should not be used as the sole basis for selecting a broker.