If you searched “Is Exante going out of business,” you are not alone — and the confusion is understandable. Two separate companies share the Exante name, and news about one has been mistaken for the other more than once.
This article breaks down exactly which Exante has closed, what the current status of EXANTE the investment broker is, how client assets are protected if a regulated broker ever fails, and what you should do if you are worried about your funds or purchases.
Two Different Companies Share the Exante Name
Before anything else, it helps to understand that “Exante” refers to two entirely different businesses operating in completely different industries.
EXANTE is a regulated investment firm and brokerage headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. It operates under the domain exante.eu and gives traders and institutions access to global stocks, ETFs, bonds, futures, options, and currencies through a proprietary platform.
Exante Diet (also known as exantediet) is — or rather was — a UK-based meal replacement and weight-loss brand. It sells products like protein shakes and calorie-controlled food packs. There is no verified corporate connection between Exante Diet and the investment firm.
When people search for “Exante going out of business,” they may be referring to either company. The answer is very different depending on which one you mean.
Exante Diet Has Closed — Here Is What Happened
If you are a Exante Diet customer looking for your next order of meal replacement shakes, here is the direct answer: Exante Diet has ceased trading and closed down.
This is confirmed by Habitual, a competing meal replacement brand that explicitly states on its website that “Exante Diet have ceased trading and closed down.” Habitual now markets itself as an alternative for former Exante Diet customers.
Reddit discussions from late 2023 and into 2024 add further detail. Users in the r/ExanteDiet community referenced Trustpilot comments in which Exante Diet reportedly stated it was closing as soon as its existing stock sold out. Customers were directed to MyProtein, described as a sister site, for similar products going forward.
The closure appears to be permanent rather than a temporary pause. If you were a regular Exante Diet customer, your practical options now include Habitual, which positions itself specifically for this transition, or MyProtein, which was recommended by Exante Diet itself before it shut down.
Importantly, this closure has no connection whatsoever to EXANTE the investment broker. They are different companies in different industries.
EXANTE the Investment Broker Is Not Closing
For anyone concerned about their brokerage account or investment portfolio, the answer is straightforward based on currently available information: EXANTE the investment broker shows no signs of closing.
The company’s LinkedIn page describes the firm as growing 70% year-on-year and actively hiring. That is the language of a business in expansion mode, not one winding down operations.
EXANTE also maintains an active Trustpilot profile with a rating of approximately 4.3, recent customer reviews, and a listed London contact address at 30 Churchill Place. The firm has been publishing webinars on market topics, including sessions on liquidity and financial technology, and maintains an active Instagram presence with over 1,500 followers and hundreds of posts covering prime brokerage services.
None of the publicly available information — from regulatory filings to social media activity — points to an imminent shutdown, insolvency proceeding, or regulatory enforcement action against the brokerage. As of the most recent public data, this is an operational and apparently growing business.
How Client Assets Are Protected If a Regulated Broker Closes
Even if EXANTE is not closing, it is worth understanding what would happen to your assets if any regulated broker ever did. This knowledge is useful regardless of which firm you use.
Client Assets Are Kept Separate
EXANTE operates as a fully licensed investment company under MiFID II, the European Union’s regulatory framework for investment firms. One of the core requirements under MiFID II is that client assets must be segregated from the firm’s own funds at all times.
In EXANTE’s case, client assets are held in segregated accounts across more than 25 major banks. The firm states it has no direct access to these funds. This means that if EXANTE were to face financial difficulty, your investments would not be mixed in with the company’s operating funds.
What Happens During a Broker Liquidation
If a regulated broker like EXANTE were to close, the process is structured and governed by law — not an overnight disappearance. Based on EXANTE’s own published support documentation, here is how a closure would typically unfold:
- A court appoints an administrator, and the firm’s operations are formally closed.
- The administrator reviews company records and client account documentation.
- Client assets are generally transferred to another licensed broker, and clients are notified with the option to stay with the new broker or choose their own.
- In cases where assets cannot be returned in full, clients may need to file claims with the administrator.
Think of it similarly to how a bank failure is handled — regulators step in, accounts are reviewed, and deposits or assets are moved rather than simply lost.
Investor Compensation Fund Coverage
Beyond asset segregation, regulated investment firms operate within investor compensation frameworks that provide an additional layer of protection. The coverage limits depend on which legal entity of EXANTE holds your account:
- EXT LTD (Cyprus): Retail clients are covered by the Investor Compensation Fund up to €20,000.
- XHK LTD (Hong Kong): Most clients are covered up to HKD 500,000.
- LHCM LTD (United Kingdom): Eligible consumers are covered up to GBP 85,000 per person or authorized firm.
It is important to understand that these schemes are designed to cover losses arising from a firm’s insolvency — not market losses. If your investments decline in value because of market movements, compensation funds do not apply. Also, coverage limits mean that accounts with very large balances may not be fully covered if a firm collapses.
A practical example: if you held €15,000 in cash with EXANTE’s Cyprus entity and the firm became insolvent and could not return those funds, the Investor Compensation Fund could cover your full claim since it falls within the €20,000 limit. If you held €100,000 in stocks, those would likely be returned through the asset transfer process rather than through the compensation fund, since the stocks themselves are held separately at custodian banks.
What to Do If You Are Concerned About Your Account
Whether you heard a rumor, read a social media post, or came across conflicting information, here are practical steps to take if you are worried about your EXANTE brokerage account.
Verify Directly
Go to exante.eu directly and check for any official communications from the firm. Reputable brokers are legally required to notify clients of material changes to their business. If nothing is posted on their official site, contact their support team directly.
Check Regulatory Status
You can verify EXANTE’s licensing status through the relevant regulatory bodies in Cyprus, the UK, or Hong Kong depending on which entity holds your account. Active regulation is a reliable indicator of ongoing operations.
Understand Your Portfolio’s Structure
Review whether your assets are held in securities or cash, and check which EXANTE legal entity manages your account. This determines which compensation fund applies to you and at what limit.
Consider Diversification If Concerned
No broker — regardless of how well-regulated — carries zero institutional risk. If concentration risk concerns you, spreading assets across more than one regulated institution is a reasonable and widely practiced approach.
For further reading on business risk, regulation, and what clients should know when choosing financial service providers, LiveBizMag covers these topics regularly.
Final Summary
The short version: Exante Diet, the UK meal replacement brand, has permanently closed. Former customers can look to Habitual or MyProtein as alternatives. EXANTE the investment broker, based in Cyprus, is not closing — available evidence points to an active and growing business.
If you hold investments with EXANTE or any regulated broker, understanding how asset segregation and investor compensation schemes work gives you a clearer picture of your actual risk exposure. Regulated broker closures follow structured legal processes, and client assets are protected within defined limits throughout that process.
When in doubt, verify through official channels before making any decisions based on online rumors or search results that may conflate two entirely separate companies sharing the same name.
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