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Low comparison Neutral Jun 5, 2026

Top 7 Prop Trading Firms for Irish Traders in 2026

A beginner-friendly guide that compares funding models, evaluation processes, fees, and profit splits of seven leading proprietary trading firms accepting Irish clients in 2026. Firms like FTMO, FundedNext, MyFundedFX, Funded Trading Plus, and The5ers offer institutional capital after challenges with specific drawdown rules and fees. Irish residents can trade on simulated accounts, with profits treated as self-employment income, bearing typical trading risks.

FTMO FundedNext Funded Trading Plus The5ers

Medium news Neutral Jun 5, 2026

OANDA Europe Names CEO as FTMO Founders Co-Lead

Lucian Lauerman has been promoted to CEO of OANDA Europe Limited after serving as Deputy COO, Head of Digital Assets, and Head of Data Services. This change follows FTMO’s acquisition involvement, with FTMO founders Otakar Šuffner and Marek Vašíček stepping into co-chief executive roles at OANDA after Gavin Bambury’s departure. Click below to learn more about OANDA Europe, FTMO

FTMO

Medium news Neutral Jun 5, 2026

OANDA Europe Picks New CEO; FTMO Founders Become Co-CEOs

OANDA Europe has promoted a new CEO amid leadership changes that see FTMO founders Otakar Šuffner and Marek Vašíček become co-chief executives after Gavin Bambury’s departure. Bambury had served as Deputy COO and Head of Digital Assets. In related moves, Richard Elston joins EWMP, an Edgewater affiliate, following ten years at CMC Markets; veteran Lauerman leaves Saxo Bank after senior API roles and a stint at Lloyds Banking Group. Click below to learn more about FTMO

FTMO

Medium news Positive Jun 4, 2026

Hola Prime Launches Prime Circle Initiative

Hola Prime, known for transparency and fast payouts, has seen search interest grow from 880 in 2020 to 49,500 in Q2 2025. CEO Somesh Kapuria discusses the firm's ecosystem approach where traders are valued and introduces the Prime Circle initiative. Starting 2026 with the 'Fastest Payout Prop Firm MEA' award at UF Awards Dubai, Hola Prime highlights its competitive edge in quick, transparent payouts that address industry challenges. Click below to learn more about Hola Prime

Hola Prime

Medium news Positive Jun 4, 2026

Apex Trader Funding Launches 90% Off Promotion

Apex Trader Funding is offering a limited-time 90% discount on its trading challenges. It also introduces new 5-pack bundles and waives processing fees to provide more value for traders. These offers lower the entry barrier and give participants cost-effective options for testing their strategies. Traders can sign up on the Apex platform to take advantage of these deals. Click below to learn more about Apex Trader Funding

Apex Trader Funding

Low comparison Neutral Jun 4, 2026

Leading Forex Prop Trading Firms in 2026: Features, Fees & Payouts

Retail traders seeking top Forex prop firms in 2026 should focus on rule structures, payout reliability, profit splits, fees, and support—not marketing claims. Since most firms reward simulated profits, consistent rule compliance is critical for scaling funded accounts. A structured evaluation process, including rule comparison, verification, and small-scale testing, improves long-term outcomes. FTMO stands out for its transparent risk model and established infrastructure.

FTMO

Medium news Positive Jun 3, 2026

Apex Trader Funding Launches 90% Off Promotion

Apex Trader Funding is offering up to 90% off futures trading evaluation accounts, new five-pack bundles, and no activation fees. The limited-time promotion, valid through June 3, 2026, features discounted intraday and end-of-day evaluations and new “All-In-One” pricing to eliminate traditional fees. A 5-Pack Bundle Checkout simplifies multi-account purchases, aiding traders in faster scaling with code FUTURE. Click below to learn more about Apex Trader Funding

Apex Trader Funding

Medium news Neutral Jun 3, 2026

Apex Trader Funding unveils 90% off bundles and zero fees

Apex Trader Funding has launched a 90% off promotion on evaluation fees, alongside new “All-In-One” accounts with zero activation fees and 5-pack bundles designed to reduce upfront costs and help traders scale faster. The initiative is expected to improve conversion rates and support recurring revenue growth by lowering barriers to entry. But, the limited-time discount may primarily attract price-sensitive traders with lower retention rates, potentially slowing long-term funded account growth

Low comparison Neutral Jun 3, 2026

Top Forex Prop Trading Firms in 2026

This article compares the top six forex prop trading firms for 2026, detailing their evaluation processes, payout systems, profit splits, fees, and trader support. It profiles FTMO, Hola Prime, FundedNext, FXIFY, Topstep, and The Funded Trader Program, helping traders choose the best fit based on trading conditions, capital requirements, and payout structures. Click below to learn more about FTMO, Hola Prime, FundedNext, FXIFY, Topstep, The Funded Trader Program

Medium news Neutral Jun 1, 2026

Nasdaq Hits Record Highs on Cooler PCE, Iran Ceasefire Talk

Nasdaq rose to record highs after the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures report showed cooler-than-expected inflation. Investors also weighed hopes for a ceasefire in Iran, boosting market sentiment. Gains in technology shares led the advance as traders assessed the potential impact of softer price pressures and easing geopolitical tensions on economic growth and corporate earnings. Click below to learn more

Low news Positive Jun 1, 2026

Forex Capital3 Survives Crisis, Embraces Web3

More than 70 prop trading firms have shut down under regulatory pressure, including My Forex Funds and The Funded Trader. Amid the industry shakeout, Forex Capital3 (FC3) has generated $15M+ in revenue since June 2023, grown funded traders from 5 to 400 monthly, maintained a 100% payout fulfillment rate, and secured assets through Fireblocks MPC. FC3 plans to launch memecoin trading in Q4 2026. Click below to learn more.

Low news Positive Jun 1, 2026

Navi’s €300 to €10,000 FTMO Swing Trading Challenge

Navi, a Spain-based manual swing forex trader, aims to grow a €300 account to €10,000 through disciplined, manual swing trades—no EAs or automation. He focuses on five currency pairs with a statistical edge, holds positions from hours to days, and maintains a live track record on MQL5. He’s also running an FTMO Swing Account challenge. Click below to learn more about FTMO

FTMO

Medium news Neutral

Crude Oil Forecast: Triangle Consolidation Builds Pressure

WTI crude oil remains trapped within a triangle consolidation pattern, signaling growing pressure ahead of a potential breakout. Technical indicators show tightening price action as support holds and resistance limits upside momentum. Geopolitical developments and supply-side factors could spark the next major move. Traders should watch for rising volume and a break above or below key pattern levels for directional confirmation. Click below to learn more about leading prop firms including FTMO,

Low Payout Report Positive Jun 1, 2026

Hola Prime Validates Payout Performance in Deloitte Review

Hola Prime announced completion of an independent Deloitte review validating its 1-Hour Payout model. The audit found 98.35% of withdrawals processed within an hour, zero payout denials, and aligned with internal data showing average payout times under 34 minutes. The review marks the first Big Four-validated payout report in prop trading, enhancing transparency and accountability. Click below to learn more about Hola Prime

Hola Prime

Medium news Negative May 27, 2026

Gold Weekend Analysis Signals Continued Bearish Pressure

Gold futures remain under pressure after breaking below a key value area, with sellers maintaining control as price struggles to reclaim the breakdown zone. Lower highs and consolidation near recent lows suggest bearish momentum remains intact, making rallies potential selling opportunities. A recovery above the breakdown level could trigger short-covering and a move back into prior value. Traders should watch this week's Weekly Opening Range for clues on whether continuation or reversal is more

Medium news Neutral

Gold Could Rebound Toward $4,650 If Support Holds

Gold is trading above $4,500 in Asia Monday, recovering from seven-week lows near $4,480 amid renewed US-Iran tensions. Analysts say a sustained hold above key support could fuel a rebound toward $4,650. Click below to learn more about gold rebounding

Low news Positive May 25, 2026

Free Real-Time Drawdown Tracker for Prop Traders

A developer built a free, browser-based dashboard that tracks daily and maximum drawdown for prop firm traders in real time. Users upload MT4 statements to monitor equity curve, win rate, and profit factor, with alerts near limits. Feedback is requested as MT5 support is in development. Click below to learn more about FTMO, FundedNext

Low news Neutral May 25, 2026

FX Option Expiries Ahead of May 18 New York Cut

Major FX option expiries are set for May 18 at key levels: EUR/USD at 1.1600 and 1.1650 may influence early-week trading amid dollar strength; USD/JPY faces a large expiry at 159.00 with Tokyo intervention risk as it approaches 160.00; AUD/USD’s 0.7170 expiry is unlikely to move markets given the bearish risk sentiment. US-Iran tensions continue to pressure the Australian dollar, while expiry clusters could briefly act as price magnets or speed bumps. Click below to learn more about FX Options

Medium news Negative May 25, 2026

Japan to Issue Fresh Debt for Extra Budget

The Japanese government plans to issue fresh debt to fund an extra budget aimed at cushioning economic fallout from the Middle East conflict. This has pushed 10-year bond yields to 2.80% and 30-year yields to 4.20%, exacerbating the yen’s decline. The extra budget will reportedly include subsidies for gasoline and utilities due to high oil import costs. The move complicates the BOJ’s policy choices and fiscal constraints. Markets may see 10-year yields reach 3%, further weakening the yen.

Medium news Negative May 25, 2026

Yen Intervention Threat Limits Losses, Warns BBH

BBH’s Elias Haddad warns the yen’s losses against the dollar are capped by intervention threats. Japan nears the global ’danger zone’ in bonds as planned JGB issuance increases to fund new spending. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proposes a supplementary budget to offset higher commodity costs tied to the Iran war. Click below to learn more about Brown Brothers Harriman