They probably have the illusion that they are more overseas data flexible for clients by offering a wide range of services. But this is definitely an underestimation of the regulatory risk. We take note of such a company and make sure that such practices do not multiply in other segments.
How big is the problem of “black” forex traders now?
It is not very large now. But it would be much smaller if the companies whose licenses have been cancell – and possibly other professional participants with a license – did not offer such services to their clients, because it is easier to lure a gullible consumer in the Russian Feration. Contacting foreign companies independently is a rather complicat story, which only a small number online crisis communication becomes emotion management of active individuals are capable of. But when this is facilitat by someone with professional knowlge and a well-known brand, this risk increases.
Do you have any statistics on whether
the detection of illegal forex operators has declin?
In 2018, we identifi 223 illegal forex dealer websites, and 352 in two years. We work with what the Central Bank learns about – complaints, information in the ao lists press, information from other market participants. But we do not see the entire illegal picture, this is an area clos to precise analysis.