Capital.com, a global trading platform and fintech group, has announced that it is now offering its customers access to the primary stock markets in the UAE.
The company is one of the first major trading platforms to provide coverage of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
With this move, Capital.com clients can now trade Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on stocks listed on both the ADX and the DFM, which feature many of the region’s most prominent publicly listed companies.
Capital.com boosts UAE presence
The decision to broaden its market offerings reflects the growing interest in the UAE’s economy.
The UAE stock markets have shown strong growth, and in the past two years, they have ranked second globally for initial public offerings (IPOs).
“The continued expansion of Capital.com is the latest proof-of-concept for our FDI strategy. Not only are they bringing market-leading solutions to the fintech space, they are opening a window into the UAE market for global investors – further supporting our ambitious growth objectives. Our economic vision is built on openness to the world and we look forward to investors contributing to, and participating in, our ongoing success story,” Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade said.
Capital.com’s entry into the UAE market is an important step for the company as it seeks to deepen its presence in the region.
The firm has been licensed by the Securities and Commodities Authority since April 2024. Additionally, the company has established its regional headquarters in Dubai, supported by the Ministry of Economy’s NextGen FDI programme.
The announcement also aligns with Capital.com’s strategy of providing better-informed investors through a range of educational tools.
In addition to trading services, the company is investing in customer support in Arabic, Hindi, and English.
It also offers trading education tools and tailored client engagement initiatives to help clients make informed trading decisions.
“The UAE’s stock markets have seen strong, consistent growth and, in the last two years, have offered the second-most IPOs globally. This has drawn increasing interest from investors around the world who are keen to diversify their portfolios and participate in the UAE’s remarkable economic success. Financial education is key to empowering traders to make informed decisions. We are committed to delivering high-quality educational resources and in-person training sessions that cater specifically to the needs of our Middle Eastern clients,” Tarik Chebib, CEO of Capital.com Middle East and North Africa added.
Capital.com’s trading volumes surpassed $1.7 trillion in 2024, further cementing its position in the global fintech market.
As the company continues to expand its presence in the Middle East, it aims to foster a well-informed, diverse, and accessible trading environment for investors worldwide.
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