Tradition’s H1 2025 Revenue Jump Driven by Strong Trading

Tradition’s H1 2025 revenue jump driven by strong trading , fueled by volatility and expanded global presence. Compagnie Financière Tradition posted strong results for the first half of 2025, with revenue rising 12.3% at constant exchange rates to CHF 632.1 million. The Swiss interdealer broker said it took advantage of elevated market volatility triggered by geopolitical tensions and ongoing uncertainty surrounding central bank actions.

Tradition’s H1 2025 Revenue Jump Highlights Global Trading Strength

Momentum accelerated in the second quarter, with revenue up 12.8% at constant rates compared with the same period last year. Trading volumes increased across all asset classes and regions as investors navigated a more unpredictable global environment.
“This performance was supported by strong market volatility, driven by ongoing uncertainty around monetary policy, the introduction of new trade barriers, and heightened geopolitical tensions,” the company stated in its results announcement.

The firm’s core interdealer broking division, which links institutional market participants, saw revenue advance 11.2% at constant rates to CHF 607.6 million in the first six months. This business directly benefits from heightened trading flows as banks and financial institutions hedge exposures and adjust portfolios during turbulent conditions.

Japanese Retail Unit Delivers Strong Upside

Tradition’s retail arm in Japan, Gaitame.com, recorded revenue growth of 47.6% at constant exchange rates. The increase primarily reflects the December 2024 acquisition of Money Partners Group, which strengthened Tradition’s presence in Japan’s highly competitive online brokerage market.

The retail operation contributed CHF 24.5 million to group revenue, up from CHF 16.7 million a year earlier. Although still a relatively small share of the group’s total, the growth underscores Tradition’s push to broaden its customer base beyond institutional clients.

Growth Across All Regions

Revenue rose in every geographic market where Tradition operates. The firm maintains a footprint in over 30 countries and employs more than 2,400 people worldwide. Second-quarter revenue totaled CHF 310.1 million, a 12.8% increase at constant rates. The interdealer broking segment generated CHF 298.1 million, up 12.4%, while the Japanese retail business added CHF 12.0 million.

Tradition shares trade on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker CFT. The company competes with other leading interdealer brokers such as ICAP and Tullett Prebon in facilitating over-the-counter transactions between financial institutions.

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