What is the minimum amount to invest in DFM?
Retail investors and employees of DEWA must make an initial minimum investment of Dh5,000 and subsequent investments of at least Dh1,000. An institutional investor's base subscription is Dh1 million and there's no maximum limit.
A minimum of AED 10 million collateral in either bank guarantee or cash, or a combination of bank guarantee and cash subject to the collateral conditions for equities only. Clearing Admission Agreement with Dubai Clear.
- Register to DFM eServices at DFM Website DFM Smart Services App.
- Login with the username and password.
- Select the eFORMS tab.
- Select the form and complete it.
- Attach the required documents and click on 'Submit'
- The investor will receive the Investor Number through SMS.
The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and Nasdaq Dubai are open to investors of any nationality based in any country. Any individual or institution can apply for an Investor Number (NIN) with the Dubai CSD in order to trade both DFM and Nasdaq Dubai listed securities.
- Complete the Securities Deposit & Withdrawal Request Form. (tick the withdrawal box)
- Attach a passport copy or ID copy of the individuals.
- Attach a visa copy (for non-UAE nationals).
- Attach the Articles of Association and Commercial Registration, which should illustrate the company's nationality.
- Submission of fees.
STEPS TO BUY DEWA STOCK
You need to send a subscription form through any receiving bank to book your shares. Investors can visit the nearest branch, contact their relationship manager or check out the bank's website. Investors need to complete all relevant fields in the subscription application.
Yet despite the margin squeeze, DFM charges have stayed relatively buoyant: DFM fees for active portfolios on platforms continue to cluster at around 0.36% (0.30% + VAT). The median charge for passive portfolios is much lower at 0.20%.
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Investing in stocks and shares in the UAE
Individuals must open a trading account with a broker registered with one of the exchanges in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (there are three exchanges in the UAE: Dubai Financial Market (DFM), Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), and NASDAQ Dubai).
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Investors can start trading on Nasdaq Dubai by opening an investor account with a brokerage firm that is a Member of the exchange, and obtaining a NIN (National Investor Number) that is equally valid for both DFM and Nasdaq Dubai.
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Once you receive your card, you need to Activate your card via DFM Smart Services App or by calling DFM iVESTOR Card Services on +971 4 305 5555, selecting option 3.
The easiest way to buy stocks is through an online stockbroker. After opening and funding your account, you can buy stocks through the broker's website in a matter of minutes. Other options include using a full-service stockbroker, or buying stock directly from the company.
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Subscribe to DEWA IPO using our IPO portal
- Verify your details.
- Complete your application.
- Transfer funds instantly through a payment gateway or by wire transfer.
Retail investors can subscribe to Dewa's shares through a number of local banks including Emirates NBD, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Ajman Bank, Al Maryah Community Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates Islamic Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Mashreq Bank and Sharjah Islamic Bank.
- DFM Investor Number (NIN) ...
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- Make an informed decision. ...
- Subscribe to the offering. ...
- Allocation of shares. ...
- First tranche of applications. ...
- Second tranche of applications. ...
- The third tranche of applications.
- Log in to your online banking.
- Click on Pay & Transfer.
- Select “IPO payment” option.
- Enter valid DFM NIN number.
- Select the broker if any.
- Enter the amount to invest.
- Authorize with authorization code.
- You'll get a confirmation with the IPO application and reference numbers.
You can cancel your iVESTOR card by completing the Cash Dividends Services Form and choosing the alternative payment method which is Bank Transfer. Submit your requests via DFM eServices at www.dfm.ae or DFM Smart Services App.
How can I open trading account in UAE?
- Fill in a simple form. We'll ask about your trading knowledge to ensure you get the best experience.
- Send required document. That includes proof of identity and proof of residency.
- Fund and start trading. You can also withdraw your money easily, whenever you like.
