HTFX Shuts Down: Broker Abandons Licences, Website Put Up for Sale

Retail forex and CFDs broker HTFX has reportedly ceased global operations, with its main website htfx.com now inactive and replaced by a GoDaddy parked page.

Investor complaints about delayed or failed withdrawals had already emerged since last year, raising early concerns over liquidity issues.

Founded in 2018 and linked to Chinese entrepreneur Li Lijun, HTFX operated a multi-jurisdiction structure, including FCA-authorised UK operations and CySEC-regulated entities in Cyprus serving European clients, alongside an offshore Vanuatu-based retail arm targeting Asia-Pacific traders.

However, its regulatory footprint has been rapidly dismantled over the past year. The group reportedly surrendered its CySEC license earlier, followed by the loss of FCA authorisation on April 10, 2026. With its European entities closed and offshore operations now inactive, the shutdown of htfx.com suggests a full business collapse across all regions.

No official statement has yet been issued regarding client funds or the status of remaining corporate entities.