

Regulator Performance Overview
470
79
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3
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Insurance coverage protecting client deposits and funds
Requirement for client funds to be held separately from company funds
High
Tier 2
Detailed assessment of regulatory capabilities and effectiveness
Detailed breakdown of the 6 key regulatory performance indicators
Value and prestige of licenses issued by this regulator
Effectiveness of regulatory framework and enforcement
This regulator shows good performance with an overall score of 79.
Strongest performance in Institutional
Transparency Level: high
Global Tier: tier2
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is part of the world's most influential international financial centers, located across Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, comprising an area of over 14.38 million square meters.
A central pillar to ADGM's success is the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), which was established to create a progressive financial services environment while ensuring the highest ethical standards of integrity were maintained.
The FSRA's regulatory framework is based on internationally recognized best practices, ensuring that financial institutions operate in a transparent, stable, and predictable environment.
The FSRA's acceptance of rules based on international standards creates a level playing field in which market participants operate freely and fairly, while ensuring that investors' interests are protected.
With its enormous infrastructure, it welcomes a broad range of businesses, including:
• financial institutions and investment firms
• asset management firms and private equity funds
• fintech innovators and startups
• corporates and professional services firms
The centre provides an integrated business solution that encompasses company registration and incorporation, regulatory advice, dispute resolution services, and access to a robust network of like-minded professionals.
ADGM is recognised as an innovator in the vertical by enabling collaboration between financial institutions, startups, regulators, and ultimately investors.
Protection against negative account balances in trading
Access to qualified investment professionals and advisory services
Self-regulated
USA - North Korea - Iran - other sanctioned countries
Institutional strength and organizational capability
Risk assessment and management protocols
Investor protection measures and safeguards
Client fund protection and insurance coverage
Brokers authorized and regulated by this authority