Pepperstone review: Broker opens Dubai office after securing SCA approval
Pepperstone, one of the world’s leading online brokers, has expanded its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the approval of a Category 5 licence from the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and the opening of a new onshore office in Dubai. The move represents a significant deepening of the company’s regional strategy, positioning it closer to professional clients, partners and institutions in one of the most advanced trading hubs globally.
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The company’s new office is located in Emaar Square, Building 3, 3rd Floor, Office 2, and marks Pepperstone’s transition from offshore engagement to a fully regulated onshore presence under UAE laws.
Regulated expansion through SCA Category 5 licence
The SCA Category 5 licence permits Pepperstone to conduct “Arrangement and Advice” activities, allowing the firm to offer regulated marketing, promotion and advisory services within the UAE onshore regime. This framework ensures that all interactions with professional clients and partners meet the country’s strict regulatory and governance standards.
By operating under the SCA licence, Pepperstone can engage with UAE-based clients in a more transparent and compliant manner. The authorisation also aligns with the company’s broader global regulatory footprint, which includes oversight by ASIC, SCB, CMA, CySEC, FCA, BaFin and DFSA.
Pepperstone processes an average of US$12.55 billion in trades daily and serves more than 400,000 traders worldwide. The new licence supports the firm’s commitment to delivering a highly governed trading experience across jurisdictions.
New Dubai office becomes regional hub for MENA
The new Dubai office will serve as Pepperstone’s regional headquarters for the UAE and the wider MENA region. It will focus on relationship management, commercial support and trader education, while providing a central point of contact for institutional clients and introducing brokers.
The firm’s leadership describes the opening of the Dubai office and the SCA licence approval as key milestones in strengthening its long-term presence in the Middle East. By building a regulated, onshore operation, Pepperstone aims to enhance service quality, respond more quickly to market developments and deepen its investment in the region.
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