Clear Junction, a global leader in cross-border payments for regulated financial institutions, has once again been recognised in the 2025 FT 1000, the Financial Times’ prestigious ranking of Europe’s fastest-growing companies. This marks the second consecutive year that Clear Junction has earned a spot on the list, reflecting its sustained momentum and increasing industry influence.

Known for its fiat and crypto correspondent account services for financial institutions, Clear Junction’s continued presence in the FT 1000 is a testament to the trust it has built across the banking, fintech, payments, and digital asset ecosystems.

Now in its ninth edition, the FT 1000 2025 – compiled by the Financial Times and data provider Statista – identifies the fastest-growing businesses in Europe based on compound annual revenue growth rate between 2020 to 2023. The ranking reflects businesses that are not only expanding rapidly, but it is a credit to those that are thriving despite global economic challenges, including high interest rates, inflation and geopolitical instability.

Out of the 1000 companies recognised, Clear Junction ranks 448th, posting a remarkable CAGR of 67.7% over the assessed period. The company’s annual revenue surged to an impressive €20 million, an absolute growth rate of 371.3% since 2020. Further growth is forecasted for 2025.

Beyond its rapid revenue growth, Clear Junction continues to scale its global operations. The company now operates in over 100 countries and territories, processes more than €50 billion in payments annually, serves over 300 financial institutions worldwide, and supports more than 10 million end customers with virtual IBANs – reinforcing its role as a trusted leader in cross-border payments.

Dima Kats, CEO and Founder of Clear Junction, commented: “Earning a place in the FT 1000 for the second year in a row is a tremendous honour and a testament to our team’s relentless focus on innovation and excellence. At Clear Junction, we don’t just follow industry trends – we help shape them. Over the past year, we’ve continued to simplify complex payment challenges for our clients, enabling them to operate more efficiently and securely.

“Our unique position as both a licensed crypto and fiat payment service provider allows us to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the digital economy, delivering cutting-edge solutions for cross-border payments and digital asset management. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to sustainable growth, robust compliance, and empowering financial institutions worldwide with the tools they need to thrive.”

Clear Junction’s notable achievements of the past 12 months include:

• The company has continued to expand its team of experts, now employing more than 150 people – a 25% increase from 2023, when its headcount doubled from 2022.
• The launch of the ‘Masterclass’ webinar series. Bringing together hundreds of senior industry leaders, the series explored key regulatory frameworks such as MiCA and DORA, offering insights into the challenges of implementation and strategies for achieving long-term compliance.
• Expansion of multi-currency SWIFT services, extending its reach across Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and EMEA, enabling more financial institutions to access seamless cross-border payment solutions.
• Rolling out the stablecoin payouts for traditional financial institutions having their fiat accounts with Clear Junction.

Through innovative solutions, regulatory expertise, and strong partnerships, Clear Junction continues to support underbanked financial institutions and banks seeking correspondent relationships, enabling them to expand services and enter new markets – all while maintaining a strong focus on full compliance with global financial regulations.