Scope Markets has announced a significant expansion of its regulated services in the United Arab Emirates, following the recent approval of the Category 5 licence by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) for its parent organisation, Rostro Group.
This milestone positions Scope Markets to deliver a broader range of regulated trading services to clients across the UAE and the wider GCC region.
The approval marks an important step in strengthening the company’s regional presence, reflecting a growing commitment to serving traders in one of the world’s most dynamic financial hubs.
The enhanced regulatory framework now enables Scope Markets to offer safer, more transparent and more localised access to global and regional financial markets.
With the new regulatory approval in place, Scope Markets will be able to enhance its service offerings for retail traders, who increasingly seek secure and transparent trading experiences supported by robust oversight. Clients in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the GCC will benefit from greater protection, diversified products and improved support tailored to regional market needs.
The expansion will also unlock new trading opportunities across key asset classes, including global equities, commodities, indices and OTC derivatives, under a regulatory framework designed to safeguard investors and uphold market integrity.
Rostro Group, the parent company of Scope Markets, is an established holding company overseeing entities across capital markets, fintech, and prime brokerage. Its portfolio includes multiple regulated brokerage houses that specialise in execution and clearing of securities, as well as OTC derivatives.
The SCA Category 5 licence further reinforces Rostro Group’s position as a trusted provider of regulated financial services across several international jurisdictions.
By operating under strong regulatory regimes, the Group ensures consistent compliance, enhanced client protection and operational transparency throughout its global network.
The UAE remains a priority market for Rostro Group as the region continues to evolve into a global centre for fintech innovation and financial services.
With increasing demand for accessible and secure trading solutions, the Group’s expanded regulatory capabilities place it in a strong position to support both retail and institutional clients.
The newly granted licence is expected to accelerate Scope Markets’ regional growth strategy. It enables the company to build deeper relationships with clients, introduce new investment products and support the UAE’s ambition to become a top-tier international financial hub.
This development also highlights the company’s dedication to strong governance and client-first principles—key pillars in an increasingly competitive environment where regional traders prioritise safety, localisation and regulatory trust.
As Scope Markets moves forward under the strengthened regulatory umbrella of Rostro Group, both organisations share a unified outlook: to deliver market access that is secure, transparent and aligned with the evolving needs of traders across the GCC.
