BEST OIL BROKERS IN THE UAE
Looking to trade or invest in oil markets from the heart of the energy world? This ranking features UAE brokers that deliver direct access to Brent and WTI contracts with tight spreads, fast execution, and solid research tools. Each platform combines transparency and stability, giving investors the confidence to engage with the region’s most vital commodity.
Ranking Methodology
To compile the ranking, we rely on a professional criterion that follows these steps:
We test the platforms based on several basic parameters (see list).
We test the platforms based on ranking-specific parameters.
We ensure the results are accurate (consistency and absence of outliers).
We verify on social media and forums that our parameters are socially sound and that no relevant negative reviews exist.
We present and publish the ranking.
Basic Testing Parameters for Apps Included in the Ranking
They allow accounts to be opened by local clients; meaning we exclude platforms not available in certain countries.
Regulatory compliance and security.
Transparency, reputation, and data protection.
Total costs (commissions, spreads, non-trading fees, deposits/withdrawals).
User experience (UX/UI), stability, and performance (uptime, latency).
Platform and tools (charts, alerts, backtesting, mobile, desktop, API).
Execution and liquidity (order quality, slippage, depth).
Customer support (languages, coverage, response times).
Education and resources (guides, research, demos, simulators).
Specific Parameters for the Commodities Ranking
Range of commodities available (energy, metals, agricultural, soft commodities).
Access to global commodities markets (NYMEX, ICE, LME, CBOT, CME).
Spreads and specific costs on commodity contracts.
Leverage and margins applicable to commodity trading.
Availability of spot, futures, and commodity-based ETFs.
Execution quality and market depth in volatile commodities.
Analytical tools for supply and demand (stocks, inventories, seasonality).
Availability of specialised research on commodity markets.
How to open an Investment Account
Opening an investment account in the UAE is simple once you’ve chosen a provider. The procedure is similar across asset classes: stocks, ETFs, bonds, futures, commodities, crypto or real estate.
Go to the official site: Click “Open account” or “Get started”.
Enter your details: Name, email, phone, country. You’ll need an Emirates ID or passport, plus proof of address such as a DEWA electricity bill or a bank statement not older than 3 months.
Wait for approval: Some accounts are verified instantly, others take a few days.
Configure your account: Adjust settings and risk preferences once approved.
Fund the account: Deposit via card, local bank transfer or wallet.
And you’re ready to invest.