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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 7 months ago

GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc.

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GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc., a prominent player in the financial services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in online trading and foreign exchange (forex) services, catering to both retail and institutional clients. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, GAIN Capital offers a diverse range of products, including forex trading, contracts for difference (CFDs), and futures. What sets GAIN Capital apart is its commitment to providing innovative trading platforms and tools, ensuring a seamless trading experience for its users. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition of City Index in 2014, further solidifying its market position. With a reputation for reliability and advanced technology, GAIN Capital continues to be a trusted choice for traders seeking comprehensive financial solutions.

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How does GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

32

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc.'s score of 32 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from StoneX Group Inc.

GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc., which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. As a subsidiary, GAIN Capital's climate commitments and reduction targets are likely aligned with those of StoneX Group Inc. However, specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been disclosed for GAIN Capital. The absence of data suggests that the company may still be in the process of establishing its own emissions reporting framework or climate strategy. In the broader context, companies in the financial services sector, such as GAIN Capital, are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and climate commitments. This includes aligning with industry standards and frameworks, such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), although no specific initiatives from these sources have been reported for GAIN Capital. Overall, while GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc. does not currently provide emissions data or specific climate commitments, its affiliation with StoneX Group Inc. may play a role in shaping its future sustainability efforts.

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2023
Scope 1
773,110
Scope 2
4,572,170
Scope 3
4,860,590

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc.'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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