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ADVFN PLC on Tuesday said it is acquiring Capital Markets Group Ltd, in a move to focus more on small cap investors. The London-based investment services firm provides information on stocks, cryptocurrency, forex and commodity markets to private investors. London-based Capital Markets operates online trading platforms such as Stockhouse and HotCopper, which focus on Canada and Australia respectively. ADVFN did not specify the price of the acquisition, but said Capital Markets had generated around $6.1 million in revenue for the year ended June 30, with earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of $200,000 and a net loss of USSD510,000 at June 30. The goal of the takeover is to support ADVFN’s focus on small cap investors, following its exit from London’s junior market back in May. The company commented on the acquisition: ‘It not only expands our global footprint and monetisation opportunities but also enhances our collective value proposition to both issuers and investors. While we’ve already identified cost-saving opportunities, the real untapped potential lies in the significant revenue synergies between the two companies.’ ADVFN added: ‘The Capital Markets Group’s deep expertise in public company marketing perfectly complements ADVFN’s strengths in subscription-driven data and investor tools.’ Stockhouse and HotCopper represent a sizeable proportion of retail investors in their respective markets, ADVFN said. As of June 2025, Capital Markets recorded 315,128 users and 66 million trading sessions across both platforms. It generates most of its revenue through advertising and content partnerships. ADVFN is yet to provide a timeline for the deal. Copyright 2025 Alliance News Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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