YCM-Invest has reported a significant leap in revenue for the first nine months of 2024, ending on September 27. The firm generated £808,513 in revenue during this period, marking a 147% increase compared to 2023. Moreover, it turned a profit of £319,478, a sharp contrast to the previous year’s loss of £542,481.
Resurgence Through Cost Reduction
The company’s turnaround in profitability is largely attributed to effective cost management. Despite the revenue boost, YCM-Invest reduced its sales costs to £292,078, down from £414,345 in 2023. Administrative expenses also fell significantly, from £453,721 to £196,805. This disciplined approach to expenses has been a cornerstone of the firm’s financial recovery.
Prop Trading Services for Professionals
YCM-Invest provides proprietary trading services exclusively to professional traders, generating income through spreads and commissions. The platform facilitates between $5 billion and $8 billion in CFD trades each month, according to its latest filings with Companies House.
Traders who succeed in generating profits for investors can earn up to 15% of those profits. This model enhances the appeal of YCM-Invest to professional traders, aligning incentives and encouraging successful trading strategies. The company’s strategy focuses on expanding its base of proficient traders while growing assets under management (AUM) to benefit both investors and traders.
Exclusivity for Professional Traders
YCM-Invest does not cater to retail clients. It exclusively serves professional traders who meet at least two of the following criteria:
- Trading statements demonstrating more than 40 significant trades in the last quarter.
- A CV or LinkedIn profile showing at least a year of professional experience in relevant markets.
- Evidence of holding financial instruments exceeding EUR 500,000.
This approach positions YCM-Invest as one of the few platforms dedicated solely to professional trading. In contrast, many other prop trading firms primarily target retail customers, often generating revenue from challenge fees.
Competitive Landscape
While YCM-Invest stands out for its professional-only focus, retail-oriented prop trading platforms have proven to be lucrative. For instance, Czech-based FTMO reported $213 million in revenue for 2023, and Alpha Capital Group has also achieved substantial revenue growth, earning tens of millions of pounds over three years.
YCM-Invest’s strategy of prioritizing professional traders and maintaining stringent eligibility criteria sets it apart in a crowded market, aligning the interests of investors and traders to foster sustainable growth and profitability.
