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Tradu is an online trading and investment platform that provides financial services globally. It offers a range of products including shares, forex, contracts for difference (CFDs), spread betting, and cryptocurrency trading.

Tradu was launched in December 2023 as part of Stratos Group International, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jefferies Financial Group Inc (NYSE: JEF).

Tradu was officially launched in December 2023 as part of Stratos Group International, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jefferies Financial Group Inc...^[1]

In 2024, Tradu expanded its offerings to include spread betting for UK clients. In May 2024, the company added cryptocurrency trading to its platform, providing access to over 40 crypto coins, including Bitcoin and Ether ^[2].

In September 2024, Tradu integrated TradingView’s charting and trading tools into its platform, allowing users to access advanced charting features and execute trades directly within the Tradu environment ^[3]. In October 2024, Tradu partnered with Data Intellect for 24/7 development and support services ^[4].

In January 2025, Philip Manning was appointed Chairman of Tradu’s UK Board. Manning brings over 45 years of experience in consumer banking and financial services, having previously served as Chairman of the Audit & Risk Committee at Stratos Markets Limited. He is also a Non-Executive Director of The Valesco Group and has held leadership positions at ADIB (UK) Limited and Citigroup^[5]

Tradu offers access to global markets to clients in the UK, EU, and operates in Canada and UAE with partners Friedberg and Ark Capital.

Tradu is operated by Stratos Group International, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jefferies Financial Group Inc. Jefferies is a global financial services company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol JEF.

According to Robert Lande, President of Tradu, international investors on the platform have shown active trading in currencies, with a trend of shorting Yen and the Euro while going long on U.S. dollars and Sterling. Additionally, many investors have maintained long positions in gold since April 2025^[6]

• Brendan Callan, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Brings extensive experience in leading trading platforms with a focus on innovation and user experience.
• Robert Lande, President – Oversees strategic direction and platform expansion.^[7]
• Paul Sutherland, Chief Information Officer – Spent nearly two decades at some of largest financial institutions including JP Morgan, Deutsche Bank, Barclays, HSBC, Deutsche Bank.

In September 2024 Tradu incorporated TradingView's charting, trading tools and interface into its own trading platform. This allows users to access TradingView's advanced charting features and execute trades without leaving the Tradu environment.

In October 2024, Tradu partnered with Data Intellect which provides 24/7 development and support services, improving Tradu’s ability to serve its users around the world.

In December 2023, Tradu.com was officially launched with offerings in forex, and CFDs.

In 2024, the company launched several features, including:

• Addition of Spread Betting to UK clients
• The firm added crypto trading to its platform in May 2024, offering trading in more than 40 crypto coins including bitcoin and ether.

• The debut of the independent Market Insight Hub, offering real-time news and analysis tailored to traders.

Tradu operates under the regulatory oversight of several financial authorities:

United Kingdom: Stratos Markets Limited is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under registration number 217689.

Cyprus: Stratos Europe Limited is a Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF) registered with the Cyprus Department of Registrar of Companies (HE 405643) and authorized and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) under license number 392/20.

Australia: Stratos Trading Pty. Limited (AFSL 309763, ABN 31 121 934 432) is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).

South Africa: Stratos South Africa (Pty) Ltd is an authorized Financial Services Provider, regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) under registration number 46534.

Israel: Stratos Light Limited (Registrar number: 515234623) is incorporated in Israel and is authorized and licensed by the Israeli Securities Authority (ISA).

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