Profile
TradeATF was a CFD broker operated by Hoch Capital Ltd and previously regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The broker provided leveraged trading on forex, stocks, indices, cryptocurrencies, and commodities via MetaTrader 4. However, the company ceased operations and is no longer onboarding new clients. This TradeATF review captures its final operational structure, trading model, platform features, and regulatory status for archival and research purposes.
Regulation and Security
TradeATF was regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) under licence number 198/13 through its parent company Hoch Capital Ltd. As a CySEC-authorised broker, TradeATF was subject to:
- Segregation of client funds in Tier-1 banks
- Negative balance protection
- Investor Compensation Fund (ICF) coverage up to €20,000
- Regular financial and compliance reporting
However, CySEC later suspended the licence of Hoch Capital due to regulatory breaches, and the broker permanently exited the European retail market.
Execution Model
TradeATF used a market maker model, acting as principal to all CFD trades. This means that TradeATF was the counterparty to client positions, with no STP or ECN execution. There were no disclosed liquidity providers, and internal order flow management likely relied on a B-book structure.
No third-party best execution data or trade transparency reports were made available.
Trading Platforms
The broker supported MetaTrader 4 (MT4) as its primary trading platform. Features included:
- Desktop, web, and mobile access
- Full support for EAs, custom indicators, and scripts
- Advanced charting tools and 9 timeframes
- Multiple order types and risk management settings
No proprietary platform or MT5 version was offered before the broker’s closure.
Supported Markets
TradeATF offered over 250 instruments as CFDs across six asset classes:
- Forex: Majors, minors, and exotics with leverage up to 1:30 (retail)
- Stocks: CFD trading on US, UK, and EU companies
- Indices: SPX500, DAX30, FTSE100, NASDAQ
- Commodities: Gold, oil, silver, coffee, natural gas
- Cryptocurrencies: BTC, ETH, XRP, LTC CFDs (not available in all regions)
- ETFs: Select global funds
All instruments were synthetic derivatives with no physical ownership or exchange connectivity.
Account Types and Trading Conditions
TradeATF offered three account tiers with differing spreads and service levels:
- Silver: For beginners; wider spreads
- Gold: Tighter spreads; swap discounts
- Platinum: For high-volume traders; tightest spreads and priority support
Trading conditions:
- Spreads: From 0.03 pips on EUR/USD (Platinum)
- Commission: None (spread-only model)
- Leverage: Up to 1:30 for retail EU clients
- Base currencies: USD, EUR, GBP
- Minimum deposit: €250
Retail and Institutional Features
TradeATF was designed solely for retail traders. It did not offer:
- Institutional-grade execution
- FIX API access
- VPS hosting or colocation
- MAM/PAMM solutions
Educational materials included a basic trading academy, eBooks, video tutorials, and trading signals. These were accessible depending on account level.
Client Protection and Transparency
When licensed, TradeATF operated under MiFID II guidelines, with requirements including:
- Segregated accounts and client fund protection
- Quarterly reporting and compliance disclosures
- Risk warnings and appropriateness assessments
However, after its licence suspension, these protections ceased, and clients were advised to withdraw funds and close positions. No new trades were permitted after the licence was revoked.
Base Currencies, Order Types, and API Access
Supported base currencies included USD, EUR, and GBP. MT4 supported standard order types:
- Market, limit, stop, trailing stop
- One-click trading and EA automation
TradeATF did not offer API connectivity, third-party plugins, or developer access before shutting down.
Pros and Cons
- Pros (historical):
- CySEC-regulated structure prior to suspension
- MT4 platform with crypto and ETF CFDs
- Tiered account structure for different trader levels
- Cons:
- Operations ceased and licence suspended
- Market maker model with low transparency
- No longer available for account registration
- No MT5, DMA, or institutional features
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TradeATF still operating?
No. TradeATF ceased operations after its parent company Hoch Capital Ltd had its CySEC licence suspended. The broker no longer accepts new clients.
Was TradeATF regulated?
Yes, it was regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) under licence 198/13, but this licence has since been suspended.
What platform did TradeATF use?
TradeATF exclusively offered MetaTrader 4 (MT4) for desktop, mobile, and web trading.
Can I still trade with TradeATF?
No. All trading operations have been halted. Former clients were instructed to close positions and withdraw funds.
What asset classes did TradeATF offer?
TradeATF offered CFDs on forex, stocks, indices, commodities, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies before its closure.
