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Abacus acquired by Lumon

Continue to receive exceptional FX services

We’re excited to share that Abacus FX Limited (Abacus) is now a part of Lumon, a trusted name in currency risk and international payments management.

This means you’ll continue to enjoy the same reliable service you know — now with access to more resources, expanded capabilities, and a broader global network.

Vic Darvey, CEO of Lumon, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome the talented team at Abacus FX to Lumon. Their deep industry expertise, commitment to client success, and track record of delivering exceptional results are an ideal fit with Lumon’s values and vision. With this acquisition we continue to strengthen our offering, allowing us to provide an even greater service to our clients.”

Eliot Bassett and Louis White of Abacus FX added: “Abacus has grown significantly since its founding, and we look forward to continuing this growth under new ownership. Lumon’s extensive resources, market insight and client-first approach will provide substantial advantages for our clients, who will continue to enjoy an exceptional level of service — with the added benefit of enhanced tools and solutions. We’re excited for the opportunities this partnership will bring for us and our clients.”

What this means for your business

The same trusted team

Your existing account manager will remain on hand to support your currency needs

Seamless international payments

More options to help you manage transactions efficiently

More market insights

Stay informed with access to regular market updates, enhanced tools and solutions

About Lumon

Lumon is an international payment and currency risk management specialist, and a trusted partner to over 2,500 businesses across the globe. We specialise in international payments and currency risk management, offering bespoke FX services for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Our goal is to reduce the burden or FX, providing secure payments, competitive exchange rates, and exceptional service. With Lumon, currency risk management becomes your strategic advantage.

£8bn in total group currency exchanged last year

Backed by Pollen St Capital with over £4bn under management

HQ in London with offices in Ireland, Spain and Portugal

Banking relationships with several major banks

Supporting clients since 2000

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Committed to safeguarding your finances

Your money’s safety is paramount. We protect client funds, never using them for our business or lending to others. We keep your funds separate, either in segregated accounts with our banking partners or insured with equivalent protection.

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United Kingdom

Lumon Pay Ltd (“LPL”), trading as Lumon, is a company registered in England with its registered address at 20 Farringdon Road, London, EC1M 2HE. LPL is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as an Electronic Money Institution (FRN: 902022).

Lumon Risk Management Ltd (“LRM”), trading as Lumon, is a company registered in England with registered number 06333730 and registered address at 20 Farringdon Road, London, EC1M 2HE. LRM is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as an Authorised Payment Institution (FRN: 567835) for the provision of payment services. LRM is also authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as an investment firm (FRN: 671108).

European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA)

Lumon FX Europe Limited, trading as Lumon, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Lumon FX Europe Limited is registered in Ireland. Registered address: 2 Dublin Landings North Wall Quay, Dublin 1 D01 V4A3. Registration No. 631617.

United States

Payment services for Lumon Pay Ltd are provided by The Currency Cloud Inc. which operates in partnership with Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB) to facilitate payments in all 50 states in the US. CFSB is registered with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC Certificate# 57129). The Currency Cloud Inc is registered with FinCEN and authorized in 39 states to transmit money (MSB Registration Number: 31000206794359). Registered Office: 104 5th Avenue, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10011.

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