Equiti Opens Second Walk-In Branch for UAE Traders, This Time in Al Ain

Equiti Group has opened a second walk-in branch for traders in the United Arab Emirates, with the new location situated in Al Ain. The forex and CFD broker is expanding its physical footprint in the country, adding a further in-person point of presence after an earlier walk-in branch serving UAE clients.

The launch highlights the continued role of face-to-face service in a part of retail trading that is otherwise driven by online onboarding, mobile platforms and digital account management. A local branch gives clients a place to handle account-related matters in person, while brokers use such premises to build brand visibility in competitive regional markets.

The announcement did not disclose financial terms, staffing levels at the new site or an opening date.

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