Impersonation of FMA Global Pty Ltd

What Is This Scam?

This scam involves fraudsters operating a fake financial trading website designed to impersonate FMA Global Pty Ltd, a legitimate Australian financial services company. The scammers have created a deceptive online presence using the domain fmaglobaltrade.com and email address [email protected] to trick consumers into believing they are dealing with a regulated financial institution.

The scam targets retail investors and traders seeking access to foreign exchange (forex) and other financial markets. Victims are typically lured through misleading marketing, fake testimonials, or unsolicited contact promising attractive returns on investment. Once engaged, victims are encouraged to deposit funds into accounts controlled by the fraudsters, who then disappear with the money or manipulate trading accounts to generate additional losses.

Who Are They Impersonating?

The scam impersonates FMA GLOBAL PTY LTD, a legitimate Australian company registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). The genuine company operates under the following details:

• Company Name: FMA GLOBAL PTY LTD
• Australian Company Number (ACN): 605000217
• Regulatory Authority: ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission)

Consumers can verify the legitimate status of FMA Global Pty Ltd through official ASIC records and resources available on moneysmart.gov.au. The fraudulent operation capitalizes on the legitimate company's reputation to create credibility with unsuspecting investors.

Evidence & Regulatory Action

Australian regulatory authorities have formally identified and warned the public about this impersonation scam. ASIC has listed this scam on its Investor Alert List, warning consumers that fmaglobaltrade.com may be impersonating an existing company, business or website.

The scam has also been documented in the Cloned Firm Registry, which tracks fraudulent entities impersonating legitimate financial services companies. The fake operation lists a Sydney address (161 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000) to enhance its fraudulent appearance of legitimacy, though this is not the genuine company's address.

The alert was officially published on 5 November 2025 and appears on the official ASIC Investor Alert List, where consumers can cross-reference multiple impersonation scams.

Red Flags

• Website domain fmaglobaltrade.com does not match official FMA Global Pty Ltd communication channels
• Unsolicited contact offering investment opportunities with guaranteed returns
• Pressure to deposit funds quickly or risk missing out on investment opportunities
• Requests for personal financial information or banking details via email or unsecured channels
• Inability to independently verify the identity of the person contacting you
• Poor grammar, spelling errors, or unprofessional communication in emails
• Claims of exclusive or limited-time investment offers
• Generic or copied testimonials from supposed successful investors

What To Do If You Have Been Contacted

• Do not click any links or download attachments from suspicious emails
• Do not provide personal, financial, or banking information to unknown parties
• Do not transfer any funds to accounts controlled by these fraudsters
• Report the scam immediately to ASIC through moneysmart.gov.au
• Report the fraudulent email address ([email protected]) to your email provider
• Contact your bank or financial institution if you have already provided banking details
• File a report with your local law enforcement agency
• Monitor your financial accounts for unauthorized activity