FOW MENA

13 November 2025

St. Regis Downtown, Dubai

The event has ended. See you in autumn 2026!

The MENA derivatives market: Growth, innovation, opportunity

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.

Key topics at this year’s conference

Regulation and Policy

Focusing on the regulatory framework for derivatives in the MENA region, including regional harmonisation and investor protection.

Macroeconomic Influences

How global economic factors such as interest rates, tariffs, and de-dollarisation are impacting derivatives activity in the Middle East.

Product Innovation

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.

Market Infrastructure

Examining the evolution of market infrastructure, including clearing and cross-border liquidity, with a focus on key markets including the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Technology and the Future of Derivatives

Delving into the role of AI, crypto, and other digital technologies in transforming product design, trading, and surveillance.

Equity Derivatives

Looking at both retail participation and institutional needs.

Why attend FOW MENA 2025?

Stay ahead of market trends

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.

Connect with industry leaders

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.

Gain practical insights for growth

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.

 

Companies who joined us last year included

Venue

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

Overall a great event for the local and international derivatives community - very focused and also fun.

Cboe

An exceptional event that brought together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to share invaluable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of derivatives and quantitative trading.

Al Ramz Capital

The event was really interesting, a great chance to catch up and network with industry peers, customers and stakeholders. The panels were informative and topical. Would highly recommend.

Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange

The quality of discussions, networking opportunities, and depth of expertise showcased truly set this conference apart. It is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the field.

Al Ramz Capital

Speakers

Hear from industry experts and engage in meaningful discussions

Edward Bell

Chief Economist

Emirates NBD

Nazim Bouabbane

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

BNP Paribas

Louis Bridger

Senior Executive Officer - MENA

Tradu

Ahmad Chaudry

Global Head of Structured Investments & Derivatives

Klay Capital

Our sponsors

Gold

Clear Street
CME Group
Dhan
The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX)

Silver

BSE Limited
Marex
Stellar Trading Systems
Trading Technologies

Bronze

Arjun Global
Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE)

Interested in sponsoring FOW MENA 2025?

Expanding your business to reach potential clients in the global derivatives community. We offer several packages to showcase your products and services and expand your brand's awareness. Unlock all the benefits at FOW MENA by joining as a sponsor!

Get in touch

General Enquiry

FOW Events Team
events@fow.com

Speaking Opportunities

Josefina Dowbor Musnicki
Conference Producer
☏ +44 20 7779 8900
josefina.dowbormusnicki@derivia.com

Operations

Velida Cajdin
Senior Operations Manager
☏ +44 (0) 207 779 8188
velida.cajdin@derivia.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

William Browne
Head of Sales
☏ +44 (0) 7958084397
william.browne@derivia.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

Carmen Lee
Business Development Manager, Events
☏ +852 2842 6933
carmen.lee@derivia.com

Media Partnerships

Paul Chapman
Marketing Manager
paul.chapman@derivia.com