London-based Killik & Co, a leading independent stockbroking firm in the UK, has opened its first international branch at the heart of the world-renowned Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Through its Dubai branch office Killik & Co will offer stockbroking, investment management and financial planning services to clients throughout the Middle East and Asia. The firm also offers a range of corporate services such as share scheme administration and corporate broking.
John JT McGaw, Senior Executive Officer, Killik & Co (Middle East and Asia) said: “Opening an office at the DIFC is a significant and timely opportunity for us to grow our presence in this vital and fast-growing region of the world. We are extremely pleased to be able to tap into the opportunities that exist in the Middle East, and to be able to serve clients here through our branch at the the world's newest international financial centre.”
Kashif Arbab, Managing Director of Killik & Co (Middle East and Asia) added: “Dubai is one of the world's leading trading centres and is especially attractive to the financial services industry because of its regional liquidity. Being part of the DIFC family provides us with a sound logistical and regulatory base from which to capitalise on investment opportunities in the region.”
Killik & Co, which was established in London in 1989, has grown from a pure stockbroker into one of the UK's leading independent financial services groups, looking after approximately £3 billion on behalf of over 25,000 private clients. The company now operates 14 branches, predominantly in the London area, offering accessibility and personal service to clients.
Headquartered in London, Killik & Co is a member of the London Stock Exchange and is authorised and regulated by the UK Financial Services Authority and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
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