What AMP Global Clearing does

AMP Global Clearing, LLC is a privately-held US Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago. The company operates as a CME Group Clearing Member and provides retail and institutional clients with direct access to futures markets across 40+ global exchanges, including CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX, EUREX, ICE, SGX, ASX, HKEX, JPX, and CBOE. AMP functions as a multi-platform broker, offering 50+ trading platforms and four premium data feeds (CQG, Trading Technologies, Rithmic, and Teton), with core platforms including CQG Desktop/Mobile/Integrated Client/QTrader, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, Quantower, MultiCharts, Sierra Chart, Rithmic R | Trader/R | Trader Pro, and the Trading Technologies (TT) Platform. Supporting infrastructure includes APIs (Rithmic R | API, R | FIX API, R | Diamond API with sub-250 microsecond latency), automated-trading integrations (Collective2, iSystems, MQL5 Market), simulated trading, and Chicago co-location services. The product roadmap shows continued micro-contract expansion (CME 1-Ounce Gold in 2025, Micro Nikkei 225 in 2024, Micro Treasury Yield and Micro WTI in 2021).

The business model is transaction-based: AMP earns commissions per side per contract (as low as $0.15 for Gold futures), platform and data subscription fees, exchange-data pass-through fees, and Introducing Broker referral commissions. Pricing is positioned aggressively with a price-match guarantee, free access to premium platforms (Quantower, MultiCharts SE, TradingView, MT5), no inactivity fees, no monthly volume requirements, and a $100 minimum deposit. Revenue also accrues from a Foreign IB Referral Program with 100+ foreign partners and a domestic IB division serving US-based introducing brokers. The customer base is horizontal and distributed: active day traders, algorithmic/automated traders, IRA account holders, new/educating traders, and IB partners. Go-to-market is digital-first with self-serve account opening, a 24/7 multilingual support desk, content marketing (webinars, YouTube, free educational tools), and community engagement (AMP forum, live chat).

AMP raised $5.6 million from MaC Venture Capital in May 2022. The company remains privately held with no disclosed revenue or parent organization, and is regulated by the CFTC and NFA (license no. 0412490) with CME Group as its Designated Self-Regulatory Organization.

Name

AMP Global Clearing

Legal name

AMP Global Clearing, LLC

Website

https://ampfutures.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AMP Global Clearing is a Chicago-based Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) and CME Group Clearing Member that provides retail and institutional traders with access to 50+ trading platforms and 4 data feeds across 40+ global futures exchanges, monetizing via low commissions and a global Introducing Broker network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Futures Brokerage

NAICS

Securities and Commodity Contracts Intermediation and Brokerage (5231), Commodity Contracts Intermediation (52316)

SIC

Commodity Contracts Brokers & Dealers (6221)

akta.pro primary industry

Clearing Broker / Carrying Broker (FCM & Clearing) (FSAEACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commodity Clearing & Settlement Services (Commodity CCPs & Clearing Members) (FSAFAMAI), Institutional API Connectivity, OMS/EMS & FIX Gateways (FSADAJAJ)

Keywords

• Futures brokerage
• Futures commission merchant
• Electronic futures trading
• Clearing member services
• Algorithmic futures trading

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Commission-based Trading: Per-trade commissions charged on futures and options trades. The company offers ultra-low commissions with a guarantee to beat or match competitor quotes, or 20 commission-free trades as alternative.
2. Platform and Data Fees: Fees for premium trading platforms and real-time market data feeds. Many platforms are provided free (Quantower, MultiCharts, TradingView, MetaTrader 5) while premium data feeds like CQG, TT, and Rithmic have associated costs.
3. Exchange Data Fees: Pass-through fees from exchanges (CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX) for market data and exchange access.
4. Account Fees: Account maintenance and inactivity fees, though the company advertises no monthly inactivity fees.
5. IB Referral Commissions: Foreign Introducing Brokers earn commissions when their referred clients trade. Maximum commission is $20.00 per side/contract plus exchange fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

AMP Global Clearing is a Chicago-based Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) and CME Group Clearing Member that provides self-directed traders and introducing brokers with direct market access to 40+ global futures exchanges. The firm delivers trading infrastructure spanning 50+ platforms (CQG, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, Quantower, MultiCharts, Sierra Chart, Rithmic, Trading Technologies) and four premium data feeds, coupled with ultra-low commissions, IRA account support, and a Foreign Introducing Broker referral program.

Product overview

AMP Global Clearing is a futures broker and Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) offering access to 60+ trading platforms with 4 data feeds (CQG, Rithmic, TT, Teton). The platform portfolio centers on professional-grade trading platforms including CQG (Desktop, Mobile, Integrated Client, QTrader, Spreader), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), TradingView, Quantower, MultiCharts, Sierra Chart, Rithmic (R | Trader, R | Trader Pro), and Trading Technologies (TT) Platform. Supporting infrastructure includes multiple data feed options, automated trading via Collective2 and iSystems (400+ strategies), MQL5 Market for MT5 add-ons, and signal copying services. The company provides direct access to global exchanges including CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX, ICE, Eurex, and Asian markets (SGX, ASX, HKEX, JPX). Additional services include self-directed online trading, simulated trading ($50K test account), IRA accounts, and Foreign Introducing Broker (FIB) referral programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CQG Trading Platform (Desktop) Professional trading platform offering real-time market data, advanced charting with 16 chart styles, 200+ market data elements, synthetic and exchange-traded spreads, and integrated order routing to 40+ exchanges via CQG's hosted exchange gateways.
• CQG Mobile Mobile trading application providing reliable market data and sophisticated analysis features on iOS, Android, and desktop, built on CQG's cloud infrastructure with access to 75+ data sources.
• CQG Integrated Client Comprehensive order execution platform with depth-of-market order book views, charts with trade routing, spreadsheet trading, synthetic and exchange-traded spreads, and pre-trade risk management.
• CQG QTrader Streamlined trading interface providing essential quoting and charting functionality with fast order execution.
• CQG Spreader Specialized spread trading platform for exchange-traded and synthetic spreads with advanced spread monitoring and execution.
• MetaTrader 5 (MT5) Institutional multi-asset trading platform for forex, futures, stocks, and CFDs with MQL5 IDE for automated trading, signals subscription via MQL5.com, and MQL5 Market with 1,500+ robots and indicators. Available on desktop, mobile (iOS/Android), and web browser.
• Quantower Advanced trading platform offered FREE to AMP customers (normally $100/month) with professional tools including DOM Surface for order flow analysis, TPO Profile Chart, Cluster Chart (Footprint), and multiple order entry features.
• MultiCharts Professional trading platform with EasyLanguage support for strategy development, backtesting, and automated trading. MultiCharts Special Edition available FREE to AMP customers.
• TradingView Web-based charting and trading platform with browser and mobile access. Supports OCO bracket orders and integrates with AMP Futures for live trading execution.
• Sierra Chart Professional charting and trading platform supporting CQG, Rithmic, and Teton data feeds with extensive customization and automated trading capabilities.
• Rithmic R | Trader Front-end trading and real-time risk management platform with quote viewing, trade execution, market depth display, and option strikes in real-time. Supports trailing stops, brackets, OCOs, and group orders.
• Rithmic R | Trader Pro R | Trader with integrated charts and real-time Microsoft Excel interface, streaming approximately 100 studies into Excel spreadsheets with two-way trading capability.
• Trading Technologies (TT) Platform Professional trading platform from Trading Technologies with Trader Analytics, Market Profile Price Distribution Charts, and access to CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX, Eurex, ICE exchanges.
• Self-Directed Online Trading Service Online execution service providing independent control over order placement with speedy execution and fill confirmation through multiple trading platforms. Targets self-directed active traders.
• Foreign Introducing Broker (FIB) Program Referral partner program for foreign individuals and companies to introduce futures and forex business in the US, with access to 60+ trading platforms and 100+ partners earning commissions. Maximum commission of $20.00 per side/contract plus exchange fees.
• IRA (Traditional, Roth) Accounts Tax-deferred or tax-free retirement accounts allowing self-directed futures and options trading through independent trustees.
• Global Exchange Access Direct access to major global exchanges including CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX, ICE, Eurex, Singapore Exchange, ASX, HKEX, JPX (Osaka), and CBOE through CQG, Trading Technologies, and Rithmic data feeds.
• Simulated Trading Free simulated trading with $50,000 test account for platform practice using real-time quotes for select Globex and e-cbot contracts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Commissions as low as $0.15 per side (Gold futures)
• +4 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration27 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CQGcoreTechnology or IntegrationCQG provides high-performance market data and trading connectivity. CQG's cloud infrastructure offers real-time data corrections, coverage of 75+ sources, and access to 40+ exchanges worldwide. CQG Mobile and Desktop platforms are integrated with AMP for trading.
• RithmiccoreTechnology or IntegrationRithmic provides low-latency trade execution software including R|Trader, R|Trader Pro, R|BASS scalping tool, R|Crisis Cross, and various APIs (R|API, R|FIX API, R|Diamond API) with sub-250 microsecond transit times.
• Trading Technologies (TT)coreTechnology or IntegrationTrading Technologies provides the TT Platform with global distribution network across Chicago, New York, São Paulo, London, Frankfurt, Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney. TTNET managed hosting solution for FCMs and trading firms.
• MetaTrader 5 (MT5)coreTechnology or IntegrationMetaTrader 5 platform integration providing free access to 6,000+ trading apps, automated trading via MQL5, signal subscription services, and VPS hosting for algorithmic traders.
• CME GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationAMP Global Clearing is a CME Group Clearing Member, FCM of CME, CBOT, COMEX, and NYMEX. Provides access to trading in futures contracts across these exchanges.
• EUREXcoreTechnology or IntegrationEuropean futures exchange accessible through AMP for trading Micro-DAX and Micro-EURO STOXX 50 contracts.
• Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX)coreTechnology or IntegrationHKEX provides access to Hang Seng Index futures for Asian market trading.
• Osaka Exchange (JPX)coreTechnology or IntegrationJapan Exchange Group provides Mini-Nikkei 225 futures trading through Osaka Exchange.
• Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)coreTechnology or IntegrationICE Futures Europe accessible for trading energy and financial futures.
• CBOEcoreTechnology or IntegrationCBOE Volatility Index (VIX) futures accessible for trading.
• Singapore Exchange (SGX)coreTechnology or IntegrationAsian futures exchange accessible for trading.
• Sydney Futures Exchange (ASX)coreTechnology or IntegrationAustralian futures exchange for Asian market access.
• Collective2coreTechnology or IntegrationAutomated trading platform with 400+ trading strategies available for AMP customers to follow.
• iSystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomated trading platform accessible through AMP providing algorithmic trading strategy marketplace.
• QuantowercoreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional trading platform offered FREE to AMP customers (normally $100/month). Includes DOM Surface, TPO Profile, Cluster Charts, and advanced trading tools.
• TradingViewcoreTechnology or IntegrationCharting and trading platform integration with mobile app, bracket orders, and web browser access provided free to AMP customers.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NinjaTrader: Futures-focused broker and trading platform serving active retail traders with multi-feed connectivity, low commissions, and platform integrations — directly comparable to AMP's retail futures FCM + multi-platform offering.
• Optimus Futures: Independent FCM offering low-commission futures clearing with multiple platforms (CQG, Rithmic, TT, Sierra Chart, etc.) and global exchange access — the closest head-to-head analog to AMP's positioning.
• Tradovate: Futures-only broker and cloud-native trading platform with low commissions and API access; targets similar active day-trader and prop-firm segments as AMP.
• Wedbush Futures: Independent FCM offering futures clearing with competitive commissions, multiple platform options, and introducing broker support — directly comparable services and target customer to AMP.
• EdgeClear: Futures clearing firm providing low-cost clearing services with multi-platform support and IB relationships — competes with AMP for active traders and IB partner programs.

Broad incumbents

• Interactive Brokers: Large multi-asset broker offering futures trading across global exchanges at low cost; overlaps with AMP in active retail/professional futures traders but operates at far greater scale and breadth.
• TradeStation: Established broker with futures, equities, and options, plus proprietary trading platforms; competes for AMP's active trader segment with deeper balance sheet and equity-trading cross-sell.
• StoneX (StoneX Financial): Diversified FCM and global financial services firm providing futures clearing, FX, and securities services to retail and institutional clients — competes head-to-head with AMP in FCM and IB services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AMPFutures
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/ampfutures
• Facebookfacebook.com/AMPFutures
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amp-global-clearing

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about AMP Global Clearing