2TradeAsia | About Us

At the dawn of e-commerce in the Philippines, 2TradeAsia emerged as a pioneer in online stock trading, making investing in equities more accessible to Filipinos with internet connectivity. Established between 1999 and 2000, we proudly became the country's first online stock broker, dedicated to reaching as many people as possible with convenient and efficient investment solutions.As the licensed online arm of F. Yap Securities Inc., a stalwart in the Philippine Stock Exchange since the 1970s, 2TradeAsia integrates trading, financial planning, and portfolio management into a seamless online platform.

Recognized by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2000, our commitment to innovation and real-time information has solidified our reputation as a trusted broker.

In 2017, we furthered our mission by launching our mobile app, enabling investors to trade anytime, anywhere. Our vision remains clear: to simplify investing and make it accessible to all Filipinos, regardless of their background or busy schedules. With less than 1% of the population currently engaged in stock investing, we see immense potential in encouraging more Filipinos to grow their wealth through equities.

By focusing on user-friendly education and practical tools, 2TradeAsia aims to demystify stock trading, making it trendy, digestible, and executable for everyone. We continue to innovate and empower Filipinos on their investment journey.Join us at 2TradeAsia as we continue to innovate and empower Filipinos on their investment journey.

Management

Grace Cerdenia

President of 2TradeAsia

Grace Cerdenia has been at the forefront of 2TradeAsia since its inception, guiding the company through the dawn of e-commerce in the Philippines. Under her leadership, 2TradeAsia became the country's first online stock broker, striving to make stock trading accessible to all Filipinos. Grace emphasizes the importance of convenience and efficiency in online trading, ensuring that anyone, regardless of their background, can participate in the stock market. She envisions a future where a significant portion of the population engages in equities investing, transforming 2TradeAsia into a household name for financial growth and investment.

“We were formed during the emergence of e-commerce back in 1999 all the way up until 2000 — making us the first online stock broker in the industry. The main thrust was to really reach out to as many people as possible in the most convenient manner.”

Chase Yap

Vice President of 2TradeAsia

Chase Yap, the Chief Operating Officer of 2TradeAsia, is dedicated to making stock trading approachable and understandable for everyone. With a focus on education and simplicity, Chase leads initiatives to demystify the complexities of the stock market. He emphasizes the importance of creating engaging and easy-to-understand educational materials, helping individuals gain the confidence to make informed investment decisions. Chase's innovative approach aims to integrate investing into the busy lifestyles of Filipinos, making it a seamless and enjoyable experience.

“We want to make stock trading trendy and digestible for people. We’re providing catalysts to simplify the overall learning approach to something that is quick, fun, adaptable, and something that people can actually execute or munch on.”

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