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Instant Funding acquires Funded Trading Plus

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 26, 2026 · Last updated May 27, 2026

Sentiment
70
Attention
4
Articles
6
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The acquisition of Funded Trading Plus by Instant Funding is expected to positively impact the financial services and technology sectors by creating a more scalable and innovative proprietary trading group. This could lead to increased competition and improved services for traders, potentially affecting other firms in the industry.

Financial services Technology
Event Summary

Instant Funding, a London-based proprietary trading firm, announced the acquisition of Funded Trading Plus (FTP). This strategic move is set to increase Instant Funding's group revenue by 70% and expand its footprint in the global proprietary trading industry. Both brands will continue to operate independently under a unified group structure, leveraging shared technology, operational expertise, and strategic investment. Lewis Mansbridge, CEO of Instant Funding, emphasized that the acquisition strengthens operational capabilities, expands the product ecosystem, and provides a stronger foundation for innovation. The combined group will focus on accelerating platform and product innovation, enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening infrastructure, and expanding its portfolio of trading products and services.

Entities Involved
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Instant Funding
Instant Funding acquired Funded Trading Plus, significantly increasing its group revenue by 70% and expanding its operational capabilities and product ecosystem. This acquisition strengthens its position in the proprietary trading industry.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 75.0
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Funded Trading Plus
Funded Trading Plus was acquired by Instant Funding, becoming part of a larger group structure while continuing to operate independently. This move allows it to benefit from shared technology and strategic investment.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Lewis Mansbridge
Lewis Mansbridge, CEO of Instant Funding, commented on the acquisition, highlighting its importance for growth, operational capabilities, and product ecosystem expansion.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 70.0
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