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OUR FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY MEANS WE CAN OFFER OUR CLIENTS A SECURE , SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE AND GIVE THEM THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO REALISE THEIR FINANCIAL GOALS .
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OUR FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY MEANS WE CAN OFFER OUR CLIENTS A SECURE , SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE AND GIVE THEM THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO REALISE THEIR FINANCIAL GOALS .

Market leading online brokerage , 4T , has announced the launch of commissionfree CFD trading across the Middle East and North Africa ( MENA ). The technology-driven broker is aiming to make trading accessible to all , democratising access to the financial markets by lowering the cost of trading for MENA clients . By catering to all types of traders , from seasoned veterans of the market to brand-new traders looking to realise their financial ambitions – 4T aims to establish itself as the region ’ s foremost trading platform .

Acknowledged as the leading financial centre in the Middle East , Africa and South Asia , Dubai is increasingly establishing itself as a pivotal business hub for the trading industry and this explains 4T ’ s decision to expand its regional presence further in the UAE . The brokerage offers commission-free access to global financial markets , including forex , indices , commodities , equities and more .
The online brokerage plans to release multiple technology platforms during the year and will focus on automation and affordability as it seeks to provide traders with a fully optimised trading experience and reaffirms its vision to make access to the global markets easier and offer clients with a wider choice of elevated FinTech services . easy and affordable to access the global markets and create more trading opportunities .”
Ajjour added : “ Expanding our regional presence in Dubai is a natural step for our business , as it leverages the strength of the local market and proximity to other regional hubs . Commission-free trading will be available immediately for all customers , and the onboarding process for clients is automated – meaning that opening an account is a remarkably quick and easy process .”
According to 4T , the digital age is driving innovation making it surprisingly quick and easy to open a trading account . The company stated thatindividuals wanting to experience the thrill of online trading can be up and running on the live markets in a matter of minutes and with a variety of deposit options and quick withdrawals , making managing funds straight-forward .
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Hamzeh Ajjour , CEO of 4T , said : “ We are breaking down the barriers that have historically discouraged people from entering the financial markets . Our focus on technology means we can offer our clients a secure , seamless experience and give them the tools they need to realise their financial goals . In the current climate , looking after your money and investing is more important than ever before – so we are passionate about providing a service that makes it
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