CME Group Dubai Office Expansion FAQ
Summary
CME Group has expanded into the Middle East by opening a new office in Dubai International Financial Centre, which will serve as their regional hub to better serve clients and capitalize on growing market opportunities in the UAE and surrounding regions.
What is CME Group’s expansion announcement about?
CME Group is expanding into the Middle East by opening a new office in Dubai International Financial Centre, which will operate as their Middle East hub under a DFSA license.
Where exactly is the new CME Group office located?
The new office is located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Why is CME Group expanding to the Middle East?
The expansion responds to surging institutional and retail participation in financial markets and growing demand for broader trading access in the Middle East region.
Who will lead the new Dubai office?
Sharif Jaghman, Head of Middle East and Africa, will lead the Dubai office, bringing nearly 20 years of financial services experience from previous roles at CME Group, New York Stock Exchange, and Euronext.
What benefits will this expansion provide to clients?
The new office will help clients manage risk and pursue opportunities in major benchmark products while offering the UAE and surrounding markets a higher level of service than ever before.
What regulatory authority oversees CME Group’s Dubai operations?
The firm will operate locally under a DFSA (Dubai Financial Services Authority) license.
What recent product launch demonstrates CME Group’s commitment to the region?
On June 30, 2025, CME Group listed the spot U.S. Dollar/United Arab Emirates Dirham (USD/AED) currency pair on EBS Market and EBS Direct in response to client demand in the region.
How does DIFC Authority view CME Group’s expansion?
DIFC Authority welcomes CME Group’s presence as a testament to Dubai’s strategic role as a global financial hub and underscores the growing opportunities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia regions.
What types of financial products does CME Group offer?
CME Group provides listed futures, options and cash markets across every major investable asset class including interest rates, equities, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural, metals and cryptocurrency products.
Where can I find more information about CME Group’s Middle East operations?
For more information on their Middle East office, please visit: https://www.cmegroup.com/content/cmegroup/ar.html
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