Scope Markets hired seasoned executive Samer Alkhaldi as Regional Head for MENA. Based in Cyprus, Alkhaldi is expected to help the firm solidify its footprint in key MENA markets, many of which are seeing an uptick in interest from retail traders.

Extensive Industry Experience

Alkhaldi has extensive experience from previous roles at Tickmill and HFM (formerly HotForex). He spent nearly a decade at the company, where he reportedly helped expand the brokerage’s reach across Arabic-speaking countries. At HFM, his role focused on business development across MENA, a responsibility he now carries into his new position at Scope Markets.

The appointment is part of Scope Markets’ broader effort to boost its global presence. In recent months, the company has made several key hires across Southeast Asia and continues to invest in markets where local language support and regulatory familiarity give it an edge.

Scope Markets’ Expansion Efforts

Scope Markets’ latest move also reflects its evolution under the ownership of the UK-based Rostro Group, which acquired the firm in 2023. Rostro, founded by industry veteran Roger Hambury, has been actively building a portfolio in the retail FX, CFD, and crypto trading space.

Since the acquisition, the group has installed a new leadership team and signaled ambitious plans for expansion. Alkhaldi’s arrival marks another step in Scope Markets’ regional strategy. With MENA remaining a competitive and increasingly tech-savvy market, the broker is betting on local expertise and seasoned leadership to capture more of the retail trading segment.

“Financial markets continue to evolve at pace, and the growth potential this holds, especially across the MENA region, is unparalleled. I am confident that the Scope Markets product set offers a compelling proposition to many more investors and look forward to delivering success here,” Alkhaldi commented.

In September last year, Tickmill’s Regional Manager for the MENA region, Alkhaldi, announced plans to leave the company after dedicating almost nine years. Alkhaldi joined the company in 2015 as MENA Business Development Manager.

This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.ExecutivesRead More

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