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Retail brokerage ActivTrades has expanded its regulatory footprint in the Middle East by securing a Category 5 license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) in the United Arab Emirates. This strategic move strengthens the broker's presence in the Gulf region, adding to its existing operations across multiple global jurisdictions including the United Kingdom, European Union, Bahamas, Brazil, and Mauritius.
Securing localized licensing in the UAE reflects a broader industry trend where global retail brokers seek onshore regulatory approval to capture growing regional demand. Operating under the SCA framework allows ActivTrades to offer tailored financial advisory and introducing services within a highly regulated environment, enhancing trust among local investors and high-net-worth clients in the MENA region.
Going forward, the broker is well-positioned to expand its regional market share amidst increasing competition in the Gulf's financial services sector. Market participants will be watching how this expansion influences regional trading volume and whether other international brokers follow suit in upgrading their local regulatory presence in the UAE.
