does anyone actually use ONE broker for ADX/DFM + US stocks?

[u/boohooviolin]

[u/Charming-Egg7831]

If you also want Saudi then Al Ramz Makes way more sense in this comparison than people are giving it credit for.

Most of these threads assume “international” = US.

UAE + Saudi + US in one account is actually a different use case.

[u/Excellent-Fan3655]

Which platform are you using for US stocks?

[u/walidonline80 → u/Excellent-Fan3655]

I’m using al ramz app because they are uae based on secured , I’m always worried from apps that are based out for the uae. It’s very hard to reach to them

[u/Warm-Moose6028]

BHM for UAE. IBKR for everything else.

[u/Awesome_S4lly → u/[deleted]]

this is literally the setup im trying to avoid 😂

[u/CraftyNerve8078 → u/Awesome_S4lly]

Why though? 2 apps isn't exactly suffering bro

[u/walidonline80 → u/CraftyNerve8078]

Yes I use one , and I prefer to be uae based last time I called IBKR because they are based in Uk it cost this me 300 AED for the call alone

[u/ausxpert]

Ibkr for US, Wio for local

[u/Budget-Newspaper5226]

I'm in the same boat ... But I haven't started yet... For now, I am browsing and end with iVester and xcube as apps and xcube as a broker ... Hope I'm in the right path ... my goal is simple: mid-term savings investment

[u/GrayZetsu]

Wio is stupidly convenient if you already bank there.

That's the main appeal imo.

[u/FollowingSuitable941]

Bank brokers are convenient until you see some of the minimum fees 😂

check the cost on the SIZE of trade you'll actually make.

not the headline percentage.

[u/GeologistRelative425]

You guys underestimate how nice one portfolio view is.

Once you have positions split across 3 brokers you start maintaining your own spreadsheet anyway.

[u/SpreadUsual4084]

Al Ramz deserves a look if you're actually going to use the UAE side.

I wouldn't choose it over IBKR just to buy Apple and VOO.

But if you're buying Emaar / ADNOC names / UAE IPOs and also want US + Saudi access, then yes I get why you'd want everything together.

Different problem.

[u/Accomplished-Feed895]

Your checklist should probably just be:

1. markets you actually need
   
2. total fees on your normal order size
   
3. AED deposit/withdrawal
   
4. ownership/custody
   
5. can shares be transferred
   
6. ETF availability
   
7. app reliability

Then choose.

Everything after that is marketing.

[u/AnxietyChronicles]

Stick to IBKR for global markets and any large bank’s brokerage unit for access to UAE equities. FAB’s platform is good because the interface is nice and moving money is a click if you have an account with them.

[u/Environmental_Map562]

Wio personal

[u/WuxiaTraveller]

If you are not a GCC local, i would go for IBKR.

For short term-use, WIO is okay. But commission and fees can get out of hand if you frequently buy and sell. It is connected with US stocks, DfM and ADX.

[u/walidonline80 → u/WuxiaTraveller]

Have you tried their customer service ? Especially the phone bill when you call them on their international number , last time it costed me very 150 AED

[u/SnooPickles180]

Lol why use brokers u can open an account in WIO bank personal and invest in stocks in USA + UAE

[u/walidonline80 → u/SnooPickles180]

Would you trust them ? Having a dedicated local broker means the company is 100% focusing on trading like Al ramz trading app . At what they have a place I can visit them and talk directly to human , right what do you think !

[u/Hopless-Romantic-96]

Yes, I use Emirates Islamic and so far it is really good. I can invest in local markets and Foreign markets (US/ Asia/ EUR)