ADS Securities Stock Broker Review
ADS Securities offers equities and equity CFDs under DFSA regulation in Dubai - an institutional-grade broker serving professional and high-net-worth clients across the Middle East and GCC region.
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How ADS Securities ranks
Trust & Regulation
#4of 3
Fees & Spreads
#4of 3
Platforms & Tools
#2of 3
Customer Support
#1of 3
Min Deposit
$2,000
Commission/Trade
0.5 pips
Max Leverage
200:1
Founded
2011
HQ
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Last Reviewed
May 3, 2026
ADS Securities Pros
- DFSA regulated in Dubai - top-tier MENA regulatory jurisdiction
- Institutional-grade execution with direct market access to GCC equities
- Dedicated relationship managers for professional and HNW clients
ADS Securities Cons
- $2,000 minimum deposit - not accessible to retail traders
- Primarily serves GCC and Middle East client base
- Limited retail-focused tools vs global stock brokers
ADS Securities Stock Broker Review
ADS Securities is a DFSA-regulated broker based in Abu Dhabi, offering equity CFD access targeted at professional and institutional clients across the Middle East and GCC region.
Equities offering
ADS Securities provides equity CFDs covering major international markets alongside access to GCC regional equities - a focus that sets it apart from global multi-asset brokers. Products include US, European, and Middle Eastern equity CFDs.
Platform
The OREX proprietary platform and MT4/MT5 are available. OREX provides institutional-grade execution with direct market access for equity trading, particularly suited to professional clients with active trading volumes.
Regulatory position
Regulated by the DFSA (Dubai Financial Services Authority) - the regulatory body of the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre). The DFSA is a well-regarded Middle Eastern regulatory authority aligned with FCA-equivalent standards.
Limitations
The $2,000 minimum deposit positions ADS Securities firmly as a professional/institutional broker. Not suited to retail traders looking for commission-free stock access.
Bottom line
ADS Securities is the specialist choice for professional clients in the GCC/MENA region seeking DFSA-regulated equity CFD access with institutional execution quality.
ADS Securities Score Breakdown
3.8/ 52/440% of total score−0.2 below average#4 of 3
4.3/ 5- Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.)
- Segregated client funds
- Negative balance protection
- Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS)
0/130% of total score−1.3 below average#4 of 3
3.4/ 5- Commission-free trading
4/720% of total score+0.1 above average#2 of 3
3.9/ 5- Research tools
- Stock screener
- Mobile app
- Advanced charting tools
- Short selling available
- IPO access
- Global exchange access
0/510% of total score+0.1 above average#1 of 3
3.8/ 5- Fractional shares
- Dividend reinvestment (DRIP)
- Stocks & Shares ISA
- SIPP pension account
- Extended hours trading
Last reviewed: May 3, 2026
ADS Securities Stock Bonuses
No Stock bonuses available
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ADS Securities Markets & Instruments
Forex
Equities
Commodities
Indices
Fixed Income
Egypt
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Frequently Asked Questions About ADS Securities Stock Trading
Yes. ADS Securities LLC holds a licence from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), one of the most respected financial regulatory frameworks in the Middle East. The FSRA operates under a common-law legal framework modelled on international best practices.
ADS Securities's minimum deposit is $2000. Deposits are accepted free of charge via bank transfer, card, and selected e-wallets.
ADS Securities offers raw spreads from 0.5 pips. Deposits are free on standard funding methods. No inactivity fee applies to dormant accounts.
ADS Securities supports MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5) and a proprietary web and mobile platform. A mobile trading app is available for iOS and Android. Advanced charting tools are included.
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