DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, August 20, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- FP Trading, an international forex and CFD brokerage, has been granted a Category 5 licence (Licence No. 20200000467) by the UAE's Capital Market Authority (CMA), formerly the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), marking a shift toward an onshore regulatory presence in the country. The licence permits the firm to carry out marketing, promotional, and client introduction activities within the UAE.
The company said the licence reflects a deliberate move away from serving the UAE market purely from abroad, toward operating through a locally regulated entity capable of promoting its services and introducing clients to its regulated brokerage entities in the country. FP Trading noted that trade execution and the custody of client funds will continue to be managed through its existing regulated entities in other jurisdictions, with the new UAE licence specifically covering marketing, promotion, and introduction-related functions.
The company said the timing of the announcement reflects the UAE's growing significance as a financial hub within the region. The country has, in recent years, become a destination for a wide range of brokers, fintech companies, and financial services providers seeking a more established, regulated footing from which to serve local and regional clients. Securing a CMA licence, the company said, positions it among firms taking that step deliberately, rather than continuing to operate solely through licences held elsewhere.
According to FP Trading, the practical benefits of the licence extend to both its client base and its network of regional partners. For clients, the new licence adds to an already-established framework of regulatory oversight spanning multiple jurisdictions, giving the firm a more direct regulatory relationship within the UAE itself. For partners operating in the region, including introducing brokers and affiliates, the shift to an onshore structure is expected to bring faster communication, closer day-to-day collaboration, and infrastructure that is more directly accessible to those working locally.
The company also framed the licence as part of a longer-term pattern rather than an isolated event, describing its regulatory approach as one built market by market, with each new licence adding to a broader international framework. The UAE licence, the company said, represents one of the more notable additions to that framework given the scale and pace of growth within the country's trading and financial services sector.
Speaking about the announcement, Narayan Joshi, General Manager of FP Trading, said, "Having this licence in place lets us work far more closely with our clients and partners in the UAE. It's a long-term commitment to the region, not a short-term move, and it fits into how we're building out our regulatory presence more broadly."
The company expects to continue building out its regulatory coverage across additional markets in the period ahead, with the UAE now serving as one of the central components of its regional strategy. This expansion will run alongside continued investment in its trading infrastructure, technology, and support functions, so that the pace of its regulatory growth is matched by the quality of service available to clients and partners alike. Further updates on the company's licensing activity and regional plans are expected in the coming months.
About FP Trading
FP Trading is an international forex and CFD brokerage providing access to a broad range of trading instruments through platforms including MT4, MT5, and cTrader. The company holds regulatory approvals across several jurisdictions and continues to expand its regulatory footprint as part of an ongoing international growth strategy. For more information, visit www.fptrading.com
Disclaimer
The information contained in this press release is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, financial advice, an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument, or a recommendation to engage in any trading activity. Trading forex and contracts for difference (CFDs) involves a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You may lose some or all of your invested capital. The UAE Category 5 licence referred to in this release covers marketing, promotional, and client introduction activities and does not authorize FP Trading's UAE entity to execute trades or hold client funds. Trading services, trade execution, and custody of client funds are provided through the relevant regulated entities, subject to applicable laws, regulations, eligibility requirements, and jurisdictional restrictions. Products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions. Any forward-looking statements regarding FP Trading's future licensing, expansion, investment, or regional plans are based on current expectations and are subject to change. Regulatory approvals in one jurisdiction do not constitute endorsement of FP Trading, its products, or its services by any regulatory authority.
Regulatory and Protection Disclosures
FP Trading operates under a multi-jurisdictional regulatory model. Regional authorizations include oversight by the FSCA (South Africa) and FSC (Mauritius). FP Trading's UAE entity holds a Category 5 Licence issued by the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA/SCA) for marketing and client introduction only. Trade execution and custody are managed via separate international regulated entities.
Client funds are held in segregated accounts with Tier-1 banks. FP Trading is an official member of The Financial Commission (providing coverage up to €20,000 per client via its Compensation Fund) and maintains excess loss coverage under a $1,000,000 Lloyd's insurance policy. Trading forex and CFDs involves significant risk of capital loss.
Media Contact
Hasan Alabdallah
Head of Marketing, FP Trading
h.ali@fptrading.com
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