StoneX Luxembourg conducts its business activities in strict compliance with the regulatory framework established by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and the European Union, including the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II / MiFIR), the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR), the Capital Requirements Regulation and Directive (CRR/CRD IV), and all applicable anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing legislation as transposed into Luxembourg national law.
MiFID II — client categorization
In accordance with the requirements of MiFID II, StoneX Luxembourg categorizes its clients as Retail Clients, Professional Clients, or Eligible Counterparties, as defined under applicable European legislation. Client categorization determines the level of regulatory protection afforded and the scope of information requirements applicable to each engagement. Clients who wish to request a different client classification, or who require further information regarding their current classification, should contact their StoneX Luxembourg relationship manager directly.
Best execution policy
StoneX Luxembourg maintains and applies a Best Execution Policy designed to ensure that all client orders are executed on terms most favorable to the client, taking into account factors including price, costs, speed, likelihood of execution and settlement, size, and nature of the order. A summary of our Best Execution Policy is available to clients upon request.
Conflicts of interest
StoneX Luxembourg maintains a Conflicts of Interest Policy designed to identify, prevent, and manage conflicts of interest that may arise in the course of providing financial services. Where conflicts cannot be fully prevented or managed, clients will be informed of the general nature and source of the conflict prior to the execution of any relevant transaction or service. A summary of our Conflicts of Interest Policy is available to clients upon request.
EMIR disclosures
Pursuant to the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR), StoneX Luxembourg meets its obligations in respect of the reporting, clearing, and risk mitigation of over-the-counter derivative contracts. For further information on our EMIR obligations and our approach to OTC derivative risk management, please contact our compliance team.
Capital and liquidity adequacy
StoneX Luxembourg maintains capital and liquidity resources in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, ensuring the firm's ability to meet its financial obligations and continue to provide services to clients on an ongoing basis. Our capital adequacy and liquidity position is subject to ongoing supervision by the relevant Luxembourg regulatory authorities.
Investor compensation
Eligible clients of StoneX Luxembourg may benefit from investor compensation schemes applicable under Luxembourg law, subject to the conditions and limits established by the applicable regulatory framework. For further information regarding applicable investor protection arrangements, please contact our compliance team.