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The MENA futures and options market is rapidly expanding, driven by regulatory reforms, market development, and rising investor demand. Exchanges such as DGCX and Tadawul are positioning the region as a hub for commodities and equity derivatives.
This year’s FOW MENA conference in Dubai will bring together leading exchanges, brokers, asset managers, and technology providers to explore the region’s evolving derivatives landscape — from regulation and macro trends to product innovation, market infrastructure, and the impact of emerging technologies like AI and digital assets.

Focusing on the regulatory framework for derivatives in the MENA region, including regional harmonisation and investor protection.
How global economic factors such as interest rates, tariffs, and de-dollarisation are impacting derivatives activity in the Middle East.
Exploring new derivative products in MENA markets, including sukuk-linked contracts, equity, FX, and commodity products - what’s popular now, and what's still needed.
Examining the evolution of market infrastructure, including clearing and cross-border liquidity, with a focus on key markets including the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Delving into the role of AI, crypto, and other digital technologies in transforming product design, trading, and surveillance.
Looking at both retail participation and institutional needs.
FOW MENA 2025 brings together global perspective and regional insight to explore how the Middle East is shaping the future of derivatives trading. With macroeconomic volatility, shifting trade flows, and evolving regulation across MENA, this is your opportunity to understand how markets are responding.

This event is designed to connect decision makers looking to build partnerships, access liquidity, and explore cross-border opportunities. Whether you’re looking to scale your presence in the Gulf or understand the trends driving market growth, this is the place to engage.

The agenda delivers actionable takeaways across the major themes shaping MENA derivatives today: regulatory alignment, product innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and technology transformation. From institutional risk strategies to retail access models, AI integration to clearing developments, you’ll walk away with clear strategies to grow, compete, and lead in 2025 and beyond.


St. Regis Downtown, Dubai
Marasi Dr - Business Bay
Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Chief Economist
Emirates NBD

Head of Sales MEA, Equity Derivatives & X-Asset Distribution
BNP Paribas

Senior Executive Officer - MENA
Tradu

Global Head of Structured Investments & Derivatives
Klay Capital

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