Entrepreneur, author, and financial leader Hadi Zaarour, founder and CEO of ZX Capital Markets (ZXCM), has released his official professional biography — a detailed reflection of his journey from trader to global entrepreneur, underscoring the values of strength, fairness, and authenticity that define his leadership.
Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Zaarour comes from a financially modest family, a background that instilled in him early the values of independence, perseverance, and self-reliance.
The biography explores Zaarour’s path across nearly two decades in the financial industry — from his early start in 2008 to founding ZX Capital Markets in 2023, a brokerage group that has quickly emerged as one of the fastest-growing players in the global market. Built on the principles of transparency and trust, ZXCM operates with one simple philosophy: “No games, just trading.”
“This bio is more than a summary of what I’ve done — it’s a reflection of what I stand for,” said Zaarour. “It represents a lifetime of learning, discipline, and perseverance. Every decision I’ve made — in business or life — comes down to one principle: honesty over illusion.”
Throughout his life, Zaarour’s directness and unwillingness to compromise on truth have often brought him into conflict with systems and conventions. He describes himself as a man of principle — someone who would rather face adversity than submit to falsehood. “Independent thinking has always caused me issues with the system,” he notes, “but I will always maintain my critical thinking, no matter the cost. I never back down. I never surrender.”
His first bold act of independence came at just 19 years old, when he wrote his first book — long before he could publish it — while working multiple jobs to support himself. That same tenacity has defined his life ever since.
“My life was filled with hardships,” Zaarour reflects, “I am very happy that it was like that. Because life doesn’t care for your weakness. It respects only strength and resilience. Success means fighting until the last breath — and then fighting some more. Hardships made me the man I am”
Zaarour’s career began in operations before advancing into leadership roles in executive management. Over the years, he served as a consultant and partner to multiple financial firms, helping them achieve strong operational and financial growth. Eventually, after years of success as a trader — investing across Forex, equities, commodities, and crypto — Zaarour used his own capital to launch ZXCM.
Most of his financial education came through theUK’s Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI). He combines formal knowledge with real-world experience, bringing a disciplined and balanced leadership style. Known for being demanding yet fair, Zaarour leads with the belief that growth and compassion can coexist — that true strength is the ability to empower others. He refuses to compromise on integrity or principles, regardless of profit or circumstance. As an author with experience in military, political, psychological, and financial subjects, he is recognized for connecting insights across fields. By uniting these lenses, he is able to navigate sensitive decisions with steadier judgment and greater impact.
Under his guidance, ZXCM has achieved remarkable expansion, earning multiple international awards and being featured in Forbes Middle East, Reuters, and many other major outlets. As of Q3 2025, ZX Capital Markets has generated millions in revenue, reflecting the company’s rapid global adoption and financial strength. The firm continues to heavily reinvest its profits into technology, infrastructure, and people — reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth and superior client experience. ZXCM’s development strategy is driven by a long-term vision to become a global benchmark for fairness, execution quality, and professional trading standards. The company’s global recognition reflects Zaarour’s vision to rebuild trust in financial services through fairness, honesty, and institutional-grade access. Beyond numbers, ZXCM’s culture is also shaping a new generation of traders who value transparency and education over speculation — a movement Zaarour believes is essential to restoring integrity in global finance.
Zaarour’s outlook on success is grounded in realism. He believes luck can play a role, but in regions like the Middle East, where structural obstacles, limited infrastructures, and corruption often hinder progress, real success comes only through relentless effort. “In this environment,” he explains, “you either give up or you attack until you break the line.” His resilience, forged through hardship, has made ZXCM an embodiment of that fighting spirit.
Beyond finance, Zaarour is also an author and creative producer. His first two books, published in 2013 ("Balance of Terror I") and 2017 ("Balance of Terror II"), were military and politically oriented, reflecting his early fascination with the dynamics of power, justice, and conflict. “War and politics,” he explains, “expose the raw truth about humanity — how power shapes people, and how morality is tested when stakes are high.” He later released a short film in 2018 inspired by his fiction "Acts of Resistance," and his forthcoming book, "Illusions of Money," continues that same exploration of systems, power, and perception — this time through the lens of finance and psychology. The book examines the psychology and history of wealth — exploring how societies construct, measure, and pursue value. Its central message is simple yet profound: “Money is merely an illusion. Understand it, and you will own it — instead of it owning you.”
In parallel, Zaarour has written a yet to be published novel titled "Acts of Resistance," a work of fiction that blends action, philosophy, and human conflict to explore themes of courage and moral strength. He describes the novel as a symbolic reflection of his view on power, injustice, and the will to challenge it. His goal, through both his books and his business, is to uncover hidden truths and guide readers toward a deeper understanding of themselves and the systems that shape them.
He also plans to adapt his completed novel into a large-scale film production, merging his love for storytelling with his entrepreneurial vision. In addition to his literary projects, Zaarour frequently shares his insights on finance, psychology, and leadership through interviews and thought pieces, positioning himself as a voice for principled entrepreneurship and mental resilience. He is currently preparing to launch a podcast dedicated to the psychology of trading and finance — an educational project aimed at empowering traders and entrepreneurs to better understand human behavior in markets.
In addition to his professional and creative work, Zaarour is deeply committed to philanthropy. He supports charitable initiatives focused on children, orphans, and animal welfare, reflecting his personal belief that leadership must extend beyond profit and into purpose. His guiding philosophy is simple yet uncompromising: “Strength is not dominance — it is the discipline to act with fairness.” This belief forms the moral backbone of both his business leadership and his creative expression.
Zaarour’s personal code of ethics is equally straightforward: “Be a good man.” His circle of friends is extremely small and built on trust and intellect rather than quantity. When facing criticism, he listens carefully — changing course if it is valid, and smiling quietly if it isn’t. To him, emotional strength means never being defeated, no matter the calamity or threat. “Once the mind breaks,” he says, “it remembers that defeat forever — so you fight like it’s your last fight. And never allow defeat.”
His advice to future entrepreneurs is equally direct: “You need to learn, study, and educate yourself. Knowledge is the only true form of independence.”
For Zaarour, entrepreneurship is not simply a career — it is an expression of character. His life and work are driven by independence of thought, an unshakable sense of principle, and a determination to challenge the illusions that define modern success. Looking ahead, Zaarour’s long-term vision is to position ZX Capital Markets as a global financial group by 2030 — one that redefines what transparency and integrity mean in the trading world while continuing to merge finance, creativity, and social responsibility under one vision. He envisions ZXCM as a global leader in finance and sees his life’s work as proof that strength, intellect, and resilience can rewrite what success means. His legacy, he says, will be simple: “I never surrendered. I was never defeated. I fought with all my might — and I will continue to.”
About Hadi Zaarour
Hadi Zaarour is the founder and CEO of ZX Capital Markets (ZXCM) and an entrepreneur and author with nearly two decades of experience in global finance. He is known for his disciplined leadership, creative projects, and commitment to honest and transparent business practices. His forthcoming book, "Illusions of Money," explores how perception, psychology, and power shape the concept of value in the modern world.
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