OvalX (formerly ETX Capital) has confirmed that the company is closing down on 17 March 2023. The forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) broker is already sending details to the clients via email, while a customer services executive has confirmed the dates to Finance Magnates.
OvalX Will Shutter on 17 March
“OvalX will be closed as of the 17th March 2023,” the customer service executive confirmed to Finance Magnates’ query. “We are offering for some of our clients to transfer their account to Capital.com.”
“We write to inform you that, regrettably, OvalX will be closing its service for all clients over the coming weeks. Clients have always been at the heart of our business, and this will continue to be the case throughout this process,” an email sent by OvalX to its customers , seen by Finance Magnates, noted.
“To minimize disruption to your trading and enable some continuity of service, we have agreed with Capital.com that if you wish to do so, you can transfer your account, positions, and funds to them. This will enable you to continue trading, but you are under no obligation to accept this option.
The news comes just a day after OvalX CEO Luca Merolla called all employees to confirm the company would be shutting down, it is reported. He also asked employees not to disclose the news publicly.
OvalX’s current problems are well known, as the company’s performance continues to decline and it is selling its client books to London-based rival Capitall.com. In addition, the brokerage also laid off a significant portion of its staff last month.