In this interview, Tarik Chebib, CEO of Capital.com in the Middle East, discusses the unique offerings of Capital.com in the UAE, the reasons behind the UAE’s emergence as a trading hub, and the importance of client education in trading.
Tarik highlights the diverse asset classes available for trading, including local stocks and cryptocurrencies, and shares insights on the trading culture in the UAE. He also touches on the role of social media in trading education and the future prospects of Capital.com, including the integration of AI-driven tools.
Summary
- Capital.com has been operating in the UAE for under six months.
- The UAE is becoming a hub for high-net-worth individuals and traders.
- Service orientation is crucial for success in the UAE market.
- Education is key for new traders, with seminars and webinars offered.
- Local stocks are gaining popularity among traders in the UAE.
- The UAE has seen a significant increase in IPOs recently.
- Successful trading requires understanding personal risk appetite.
- Traders in the UAE have a higher success rate compared to Europe.
- Social media plays a significant role in trading education.
- Capital.com is exploring AI-driven tools to enhance client experience.
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Having worked as a broker at Investors Intelligence and a multi-asset derivatives broker at MF Global (Man Financial), Richard has acquired substantial experience in the industry. His career began as a private client stockbroker at Walker Crips and Phillip Securities (now King and Shaxson), following internships on the NYMEX oil trading floor in New York and London IPE in 2001 and 2000.
Richard’s contributions and expertise have been recognized by respected publications such as The Sunday Times, BusinessInsider, Yahoo Finance, BusinessNews.org.uk, Master Investor, Wealth Briefing, iNews, and The FT, among many others.
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