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Cmc Markets Sustainability Profile

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CMC Markets, officially known as CMC Markets Plc, is a leading global provider of online trading services, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and Australia. Specialising in contracts for difference (CFDs), spread betting, and forex trading, CMC Markets offers a unique trading platform that combines advanced technology with user-friendly features. Recognised for its innovative approach, CMC Markets has achieved significant milestones, including multiple industry awards for its trading platform and customer service. With a commitment to transparency and education, the company empowers traders of all levels to navigate the financial markets effectively. As a trusted name in the financial services industry, CMC Markets continues to set benchmarks for excellence in online trading.

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76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Cmc Markets's score of 76 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cmc Markets's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, CMC Markets reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,536,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 0 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 159,100 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 11,364,300 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 7,823,300 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 412,700 kg CO2e). For 2024, the total emissions were about 12,321,800 kg CO2e, again with no Scope 1 emissions and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 168,300 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions accounted for the bulk, at around 12,321,800 kg CO2e, with notable figures in purchased goods and services (approximately 9,864,600 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 541,500 kg CO2e). In 2023, CMC Markets reported total emissions of approximately 3,676,558,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,056,191,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,232,430,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 1,387,937,000 kg CO2e. CMC Markets has set an interim target to achieve net zero in their Scope 1 emissions by 2030, starting from 2023. This commitment reflects their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint and aligns with broader industry efforts to address climate change. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by CMC Markets Plc.

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20152022202320242025
Scope 1
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
-
-
Scope 2
3,560,400
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cmc Markets's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cmc Markets's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cmc Markets's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cmc Markets is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cmc Markets's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cmc Markets's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 99% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
68%
Investments
13%
Upstream Leased Assets
9%
Business Travel
4%
Employee Commuting
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Cmc Markets's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Cmc Markets has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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