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Key facts: Plus500 Ltd. users +10%, record deposits; buys Hedge & Guru

Plus500 Ltd. (PLUS) reported a 27% increase in new customers, 10% more active users, and record Q3 deposits of $1.9B. The company also announced plans to acquire US broker-dealer Hedge and Brazil broker-dealer Guru, funded by existing cash. According to the London Stock Exchange, Plus500 has a 44% EBITDA margin, $775M in cash, and no debt.

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Published Oct 26, 2026, 8:00 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$PLUSBullishMed
01

Why it matters

The acquisition is funded by existing cash, keeping the balance sheet strong while opening new revenue streams.

02

Market read

First report of a cash‑funded cross‑border acquisition that could lift Plus500's valuation.

03

What to watch

Potential cultural integration costs and the need to obtain US broker‑dealer licenses.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: pre-market today

Background

Plus500 is a London‑listed online broker expanding its footprint.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$PLUSBullishHigh confidence
Context

Plus500 announced acquisition of Hedge and Guru, record Q3 deposits of $1.9B and 44% EBITDA margin.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as market prices in expanded market access and strong deposit flow

Evidence & confidence

Deal is funded by cash, no new debt, and adds regulated US presence, which investors view as value accretive.

Market effects

Sector

Adds competitive pressure to other online broker‑dealers in Europe and US.

Regional

Boosts European fintech exposure to US markets and Brazil.

Global

Highlights continued consolidation in the online brokerage sector.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Integration risks and regulatory hurdles could delay benefits, weighing on price.

Key entities

  • Company
    Plus500 Ltd.

    London‑listed online broker

  • Company
    Hedge

    US broker‑dealer target

  • Company
    Guru

    Brazil broker‑dealer target

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