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Financial Intermediation
GB
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CMC Markets Holdings Limited Sustainability Profile

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CMC Markets Holdings Limited, commonly known as CMC Markets, is a leading global provider of online trading services, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and Australia. Specialising in Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and spread betting, CMC Markets offers a diverse range of financial instruments, including forex, indices, commodities, and shares. Its proprietary trading platform is renowned for its advanced charting tools and user-friendly interface, setting it apart in the competitive trading landscape. With a commitment to innovation and customer service, CMC Markets has achieved significant milestones, including multiple industry awards for excellence. As a trusted name in the financial services sector, the company continues to enhance its market position through strategic growth and technological advancements.

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43

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

CMC Markets Holdings Limited's score of 43 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

64%

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CMC Markets Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from CMC Markets Plc

CMC Markets Holdings Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of figures in the provided data. The company is a current subsidiary of CMC Markets Plc, which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, CMC Markets Holdings Limited is part of a corporate family that includes CMC Markets Plc, which has been involved in various climate initiatives. However, specific reduction targets or commitments from CMC Markets Holdings Limited itself are not detailed in the available information. As a current subsidiary, any climate commitments or emissions data may be cascaded from CMC Markets Plc. This relationship suggests that CMC Markets Holdings Limited may align its climate strategies with those of its parent company, although specific details on emissions or reduction targets are not provided. In summary, while CMC Markets Holdings Limited does not present specific emissions data or reduction targets, its affiliation with CMC Markets Plc may play a role in shaping its climate commitments and initiatives.

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

How Carbon Intensive is CMC Markets Holdings Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CMC Markets Holdings Limited's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is CMC Markets Holdings Limited'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 Holdings Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

CMC Markets Holdings Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

CMC Markets Holdings Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 17% 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 Holdings Limited'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 Holdings Limited 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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