A Visit to MEGA EQUITY in Cyprus – Office Found

Reason for this visit

Established in 2003, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) is a financial services regulatory authority, overseeing financial products including securities, stocks, foreign exchange, etc., and its financial regulation and operations align with the European Unions MiFID financial framework.

Since Cyprus joined the EU in 2004, CySEC has become an integral part of the EUs Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) regulations. This means that any company registered in Cyprus can freely bring its business into the entire European market. As a result, Cyprus has invisibly attracted more and more overseas companies to choose to register there. There has been a notable increase in overseas retail forex brokers who are eager to obtain CySEC regulation. Additionally, significant changes have occurred in Cyprus since it adopted the Euro in 2008.

CySEC is now regarded as a reputable regulatory authority, and obtaining a CySEC license gives customers a more positive impression of a company. In brief, obtaining a CySEC license in Cyprus provides clients with a greater sense of security and protection. Furthermore, Cyprus not only has the lowest corporate tax rate among all EU member states but also aims to develop Cyprus stock market into the safest, most reliable, and attractive investment destination. In an attempt to provide investors with a tangible understanding of the current situation of brokers in Cyprus, WikiStock survey team is determined to go to the country for on-site visits to local companies.

On-site visit

In this issue, the survey team went to Cyprus to visit broker MEGA EQUITY as planned according to its regulatory address that 42-44 Georgiou Griva Digeni Avenue, 3rd Floor, CY 1080, Nicosia, Cyprus.

The investigators came to 42-44 Georgiou Griva Digeni Avenue in Nicosia, Cyprus for a visit to the broker‘s office, and located a 6-storey commercial building, in the city center. The building is easily accessible via public transportation. Additionally, there is a large array of entertainment facilities nearby including restaurants and shopping malls, appealing to a steady stream of people due to the area’s prosperity.

Upon arrival at the building for further investigation, the survey personnel clearly spotted a directory and mailboxes by the entrance, which prominently displayed that MEGA EQUITY was situated on the 3rd floor.

The inspection team then ascended the stairs to the 3rd floor, where they found two companies, one of which was MEGA EQUITY.

Through the on-site investigation, it has been confirmed that the broker has a physical presence at the location.

Conclusion

The survey team went to Cyprus to visit broker MEGA EQUITY as scheduled, and found the companys office at its regulatory address. Meanwhile, investors are advised to make a judicious decision following an overall consideration.

Disclaimer

The content is used for informational purpose only, and shall not be taken as a final order for making a choice.