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ADCB Securities’ Review: An Overview of Your Brokerage Firm
About ADCB Securities - A Review of Your Brokerage Firm
ADCB Securities (ADCB) is a brokerage firm based in the United Arab Emirates and established as such under United Arab Emirates law. ADCB is wholly owned by Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB). ADCB is among the largest banks in the United Arab Emirates and offers services to clients all across the UAE and Gulf Region. The company operates as a licensed securities broker and investment provider, has AED 71 million in Paid-in Capital, and is head quartered in Abu Dhabi. ([ADCB][2])
Regulatory Supervision and Licensing
ADCB Securities is governed by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and is also registered and licensed to conduct exchange trading on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM). Therefore, the UAE has an extensive framework of regulation that includes a comprehensive licensing process for the firm and therefore the ability of ADCB Securities to publish and trade stocks and securities on the domestic stock exchanges.
Brokerage Services and Financial Instruments
ADCB Securities offers an innovative and flexible brokerage services solution that enables individual and institutional investors to have access to a comprehensive assortment of local equity markets and securities and provides access to a full range of instruments via multiple channels, including online trading, mobile applications, and by a personal broker.
Account Types
ADCB Securities offers two different types of accounts designed for both retail and institutional investors:
* Retail Investor Individual Trading Account - Provides retail investors with personalised trading opportunities that are event based on their needs.
* Institutional Trading Account -An account designed for a company/professional investor that requires greater flexibility and capability with respect to order execution and account management. ([ADCB Securities][3])
Trading Platforms and Trading Tools
All clients of ADCB Securities have the ability to trade using two secure online trading platforms – the ADCB Securities Web-based Trading Portal (Trading Portal) or the mobile app (Mobile App). The mobile app gives clients access to real-time trading data, allows clients to manage their portfolios, enables clients to monitor their investment history, and provides them with a complete breakdown of each of their individual investment accounts. ADCB Securities also has several different execution methods, including Direct Market Access (DMA), for both individual and institutional investors.
What Makes ADCB Securities Different?
* Convenience: Clients have real-time access to all UAE markets, and the ability to manage accounts seamlessly between their banking and broker accounts ([ADCB Securities][4]).
* Customer Support/Service: Customer support and service for ADCB Securities clients is integrated with ADCB’s existing banking platform, where both call centres and branch staff are thoroughly trained and able to assist clients with their investments. ([ADCB][2]).
* Flexible Order Execution: ADCB Securities has three different execution methods available – traditional online trading, mobile applications, and dedicated desks when the resource is available.
Target Audience
ADCB (the trading name of ADCB Securities) is an investment and financial services company that is registered and regulated by the SCA, the ADX and the DFM. ADCB Securities offers both Individual and Institutional Clients a comprehensive suite of products and services through both the Internet and Mobile Trading platforms.
Traders and investors who are seeking a compliant UAE-based stockbroker with a solid local presence in the financial markets and the financial backing and stability of ABB Commercial Bank can consider ADCB Securities as a potential brokerage.
Regulatory Licenses
Compliance & oversight
SCATier 2Regulated
Account Types
Trading account options
Cash (invest)InvestLeverage 1:1 • Commission Not specified
RegularStandardLeverage 1:2 • Commission Not specified
CryptoCrypto CFDLeverage 1:1 • Commission Zero platform fees
TrustInvestLeverage 1:1 • Commission Not specified
Funding Methods
Deposit & withdrawal options
SWIFT / bank wireInstant
Live Spreads & Trading Costs
Compare real-time spreads on major currency pairs
Spreads are the core trading cost with ADCB: the difference between the bid and ask price you pay on every trade. Tight, stable spreads on major pairs like EUR/USD, GBP/USD and USD/JPY mean lower costs for scalpers, day traders and long-term investors alike.
- Live spread table for six major currency pairs, refreshed every few seconds
- Excellent / competitive / high ratings so you can benchmark ADCB at a glance
- Bid, ask and pip-change data to estimate your real cost per trade
Spread data is indicative and for comparison purposes only

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