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About amana
We’re amana, a leading MENA neobroker with a vision to build a community with fair & equitable trading for all. From day one, we set out to offer easy and affordable access to financial markets, with full transparency on our costs, fees and how we make money.
So, whether you’re looking to invest in stocks, currencies, commodities, crypto or more, we’ve got you covered! Our platforms, like our new all-in-one trading app, offer access to 1,000s of commission-free products with no hidden fees and no minimum balance.
Our mission
At amana, we believe that access to trading and investing should be a universal right. We’re on a mission to help anyone become an investor or trader, regardless of gender, income, wealth or experience.
We’re dedicated to creating a new generation of investors, who are digitally native, want to grow their wealth anytime, anywhere, and co-create their future within a diverse community. We exist to let people explore and participate in the financial markets without boundaries.
amana in the news
Social media plays key role in shaping online trading
DUBAI, UAE — Social media has exerted a significant influence on the way business is conducted, and the online trading industry is no exception.
November 23, 2023 - by Trends
Amana celebrates Great Place to Work Certification
Reinforcing its commitment to cultivating an exceptional workplace culture
November 21, 2023 - by Zawya
How investors can navigate the wild world of meme coins
Meme coins have taken the cryptocurrency community by storm, thanks to their novelty, humour and potential for astronomical returns.
November 01, 2023 - by The National
For new investors, Gulf IPOs represent a good start – but do widen the asset mix
Unlike other international markets, the MENA region has seen a significant uptick in the number of companies listing their shares.
October 26, 2023 - by Gulf News
Gulf’s Islamic Sukuks offerings should get closer attention from retail investors
Sukuks, often (incorrectly!) referred to as Islamic bonds, are gaining popularity in Middle East markets as an alternative to conventional fixed-income instruments.
October 12, 2023 - by Gulf News
Charting Success with amana: Dive Deep with CEO Muhammad Rasoul
From starting out in a role at a remote suburb to ascending to the position of CEO of amana, Muhammad Rasoul’s journey is truly inspiring. In this candid interview, Muhammad delves into his early fascination with technology, how he expanded a company’s global ...
September 26, 2023 - by The Emirates Times
Cracking The Wealth Code: How Social Media Breaks Barriers To Financial Literacy And Inclusion
The potential of social media in driving financial literacy and inclusion cannot be overstated.
September 25, 2023 - by Brandberries
Seven tips to help manage your emotions while trading
Trading is not just about numbers and charts. It’s also about managing the emotional roller coaster that comes along with it.
September 01, 2023 - by The National
Pocketful of Dirhams: Why investors should stay calm while trading
The highs and lows of stock markets are often compared to a roller coaster ride – one minute, you’re on top of the world and making a profit.
August 29, 2023 - by The National
UAE’s retail investors have by now got the feel for stocks - how about bonds, treasury bills?
There has been an uptake in interest in treasury bills and bonds in the UAE and the wider region. Earlier this year, the first auction of the UAE’s dirham-denominated treasury bonds for the year was oversubscribed by 6.2 times, receiving bids worth Dh6.85 bill ...
August 26, 2023 - By Gulf News
Raising communication trust barometer in the financial sector
The financial sector plays a critical role in fostering economic growth and development.
August 18, 2023 - by Campaign middle east
Mani Sahota, Chief Information Officer, amana
Mani Sahota is the Chief Information Officer at amana, steering the company’s technology teams in bringing new products and features to life. He is the driving force behind amana’s cutting-edge mobile trading...
20 July, 2023 - by IntelligentCIO Middle East
Which assets could offer investors higher returns in the current market?
Susan P, a public relations professional in Dubai who wishes to remain anonymous, wants to invest in assets that offer high returns as she plans to retire in about a decade.
Jul 18, 2023 - by The National
How rethinking financial literacy can empower a new generation of investors
The global financial system is undergoing a multitude of transformations at once. In fact, digitalisation and democratisation are changing how capital markets work. With that happening, investors’ and corporate issuers’ needs and expectations are changing, and ...
June 17, 2023 - by Gulf Business
Generation Start-up: How amana aims to be the Robinhood for Mena retail investors
Karim Farra and Ziad Aboujeb, co-founders of neo-broker amana, created the retail investment platform with the aim of democratising and reshaping the Middle East and North Africa’s financial investment landscape.
June 12, 2023 - by The National News
Nigeria's fuel crisis: the end of subsidies sparks chaos
Prices jumps and panic buying spread across Nigeria’s petrol stations after a new government removes subsidies.
June 01, 2023 - by BBC
UAE begins corporate tax roll-out, with free zones exempted
DUBAI, June 1 (Reuters) - The UAE began rolling out a 9% business tax on Thursday, with exemptions for the many free zones which power its economy, as the formerly tax-free oil producer seeks to boost non-oil revenue and remain a regional commercial hub.
June 01, 2023 - by Reuters
Cosmo Careers 2023: amana’s Joy Dabeet on why it is *SO* important to start investing early in your career
Kicking things off with an informative panel on trading and investing that certainly demystified stocks, cryptos, and a lot more for us was amana‘s Chief Marketing Officer Joy Dabeet on the first day of Cosmo Careers 2023.
May 22, 2023 - by Cosmopolitan Middle East
Sahar Haidar: Be patient; everything happens for a reason
Nothing is out of reach for a dreamer like Sahar Haidar, a Lebanese and Amana’s Director of Global Operations. She believes that patience is essential because everything happens for a reason. Her long path to professional life allowed her to become an expert i ...
April 12, 2023 - by Dubai Vibes Magazine
amana partners with Real Vision to offer world-class education tools
amana, one of MENA’s leading online neobrokers, is now offering its customers a chance to learn all about trading and investing from world-class experts at US-based Real Vision, a leading source of digital, on-demand financial education.
April 11, 2023 - by Khaleej Times
The case for diversification
Diversification is a crucial aspect of trading that should not be overlooked, Masry believes
April 06, 2023 - by CEO Middle East
Seven books to get you started on your investment journey
Investing and trading can be an intimidating world to navigate, especially if you’re just getting started. But what if there was a way to gain the knowledge and confidence you need to master the trade?
March 24, 2023 - by The National
Women can be a powerful force in the financial world and the time to get started is now
Here are a few tips on how to start building your financial future
March 10, 2023 - by Gulf Business
Market enthusiasts participate in amana’s free workshop on trading and investing
amana, a leading online neobroker in the MENA region, in partnerships with leading industry figures, hosted an exclusive seminar on trade and investment in celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) this year.
March 08, 2023 - by The Fashion with Style
International Women’s Day: 15 exciting things to do around town
As we inch closer to International Women’s Day to celebrate and honour the achievements of fellow females worldwide, we are already filling up our diaries with events to attend to mark the day.
March 6, 2023 - by Cosmopolitan Middle East
LiquidityFinder Interview With Elie Harfouche, Institutional Relationship Manager, amana
In this interview we discuss the institutional liquidity services provided by amana, with Elie Harfouche, Institutional Relationship Manager.
Jan 23, 2023 - by Liquidity Finder
Middle East’s stock trading platforms owe their investors full transparency
First-time investors should not be fobbed off with marketing overkill.
Jan 08, 2023 - by Gulf News
The most important financial tips you need to know to save your monies for 2023
With 2023 just around the corner, we’re all looking back at our 2022 spending habits and are in disbelief, tbh. All those coffee runs and our recent Christmas shopping splurge has *hurt* our wallets. Obvs in the spirit of New Years and ~ growth ~, our habits n ...
Dec 21, 2022 - by Cosmopolitan Middle East
How to start investing in football clubs
The past two and a half years have been a struggle for football clubs. Owing to widespread social distancing and other health and safety regulations, empty football pitches have resulted in some of the world’s top-performing clubs missing out on key sources of ...
Dec 16, 2022 - by The National
amana appoints director of Global Business Development
amana, a leading online neobroker in the Mena region, welcomes Kurt Hoeksema as its new Director of Global Business Development....
Dec 5, 2022 - by Trade Arabia
Why bridging the financial literacy gap is crucial for Gen Z investors
They say the future belongs to those who see possibilities before others. And there’s no better way to own the future than by harnessing the greatest of all possibilities: technology and youth....
Nov 8, 2022 - by The National
amana targets new generation of traders: Rasoul
Dubai-based neo-broker says it will target the Gen Z and young millennials in the region and give them direct access to global financial markets...
Oct 23, 2022 - by Khaleej Times
amana: Transparency at the core of everything they do
With transparency for customers steering the amana business model, Muhammad Rasoul, CEO, amana, explains their goal is to build trust and to ensure their customers..
Oct 21, 2022 - by Arabian Business
Welcome to the world of personalization, the future of investment and trading apps
Almost 40 years ago, a young Steve Jobs envisioned the app store or at least an elementary version of it. Since then, mobile apps have taken a leading role in recreating how consumers interact with products and services worldwide....
Oct 4, 2022 - by Arab News
amana to facilitate investors’ access to Dubai-listed securities
Amana’s local and international retail investors to seamlessly trade on DFM and Nasdaq Dubai through its newly launched app..
Oct 4, 2022 - by Khaleej Times
UAE and Gulf’s fintechs can help out with closing gender gaps
Making wealth creation accessible to all will even up gender landscape
June 28, 2022 - by Gulf News