Broker Summary
Summary of the broker
Overview
ADSS is a prominent Abu Dhabi-based financial broker, founded in 2011, specializing in multi-asset trading (Forex, CFDs, bullion) and investment services for retail, private, and institutional clients worldwide, with a strong focus on the Middle East.
Key Offerings:
Services: Divided into retail/institutional trading, wealth/asset management, and investment banking.
Technology: Features a proprietary, cloud-based trading platform developed since 2020, known for its scalability and advanced tools.
Regulation:
ADSS is regulated by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
It has withdrawn from the UK market, and its FCA authorization was cancelled around 2023-2024.
Platforms:
MetaTrader 4 & 5
ADSS Platform
All available for Desktop, Mobile, Web.
Accounts:
Demo.
Classic: Deposit $ 100, Leverage 500:1, 25% lower spreads.
Elite: Deposit $ 25000, Leverage 500:1, 25% lower spreads.
Pro: Deposit $ 25000, Leverage 500:1, Spreads from zero pips, Low commissions.
Trading & Fees:
The broker offers competitive but non-publicly disclosed trading conditions (spreads, leverage) that vary by account type.
Similarly, the detailed fee structure (commissions, withdrawal, inactivity fees) is not publicly available and clients must inquire directly.
Reputation & Recent Developments:
ADSS has a solid market reputation, particularly in the Middle East, praised for its technology and service.
Recent years have seen strategic shifts, including the UK market exit and investment in proprietary technology, alongside some executive turnover.
Conclusion:
ADSS is a significant regional player offering a robust, technology-driven platform. While some fee and condition details lack public transparency, its regional expertise, diverse offerings, and commitment to innovation make it a compelling option for many traders and investors.
Regulatory Licenses
Compliance & oversight
SFCTier 1Regulated
ADGMTier 2Regulated
SCATier 2Regulated
SCATier 2Regulated
SCATier 2Regulated
Account Types
Trading account options
ClassicStandardMin Deposit USD 100 • Leverage 1:500 • Commission No commissions for retail traders
EliteVIPMin Deposit USD 25,000 • Leverage 1:500 • Commission No commissions for retail traders
ProVIPMin Deposit USD 25,000 • Leverage 1:500 • Commission No commissions for retail traders
Funding Methods
Deposit & withdrawal options
Bank/Wire Transfer
Credit/Debit CardsInstant
E-wallets (Neteller, Skrill)
Trading Platforms
Professional trading tools
Live Spreads & Trading Costs
Compare real-time spreads on major currency pairs
Spreads are the core trading cost with ADSS: 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 ADSS 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
Social Presence
Digital community engagement
Corporate Network
Enterprise structure & relationships
ADS Securities LLC
Registration
N/A
Established
2003-10-12
ADS Securities Hong Kong Limited
Registration
1537292
Established
2010-12-07
ADS SECURITIES LIMITED
Registration
07526526
Established
2017-03-13



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