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Abu Dhabi, UAEMay 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) announced today that Rokos Capital Management (RCM) has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi after obtaining a Financial Services Permission (FSP) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). The new RCM Abu Dhabi office is located in Sky Tower within ADGM’s jurisdiction, further expanding the company’s global footprint. Previously, RCM had offices in London, New York, and Singapore.
RCM is a global multi-asset investment firm dedicated to delivering high-quality, risk-adjusted robust returns for investors. The company’s expertise covers strategies across all major asset classes, built on its deep foundation in global macro trading.
Chris Irish, Head of Middle East and Finance Director at Rokos Capital Management, said: “Obtaining formal regulatory approval in ADGM is a significant milestone for RCM’s development in the region. We look forward to building on this momentum to expand our team and deepen engagement with local investors and partners.”
Established in 2015, ADGM has grown into the region’s leading and fastest-growing financial center, offering a robust legal framework aligned with international standards. This provides certainty, confidence, and connectivity to opportunities in Abu Dhabi and the broader region for global businesses and investors.
Leveraging Abu Dhabi’s economic stability, business-friendly environment, and long-term diversification agenda, ADGM continues to attract a growing number of international financial institutions seeking access to regional and global markets.
Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer at ADGM, said: “We warmly congratulate Rokos Capital Management on obtaining its Financial Services Permission and establishing its Abu Dhabi office. RCM’s presence further strengthens ADGM’s growing ecosystem of leading global financial institutions. This is supported by a transparent, outcomes-focused regulatory framework that provides an attractive environment for asset managers serving regional and international clients. We continue to see strong momentum in businesses choosing to locate in ADGM, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s status as a premier destination for global investors and a gateway to regional opportunities.”
About ADGM
ADGM is a leading International Financial Centre (IFC) headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. By size, it is one of the largest financial districts globally, and by the number of active licenses, it is the largest international financial hub in the Middle East and Africa.
ADGM is also one of the few jurisdictions globally, and the only one in the region, that directly applies the trusted English Common Law legal system.
ADGM governs Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, collectively known as the Abu Dhabi Financial Free Zone, connecting the economies of the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) to global markets. Its progressive and inclusive ecosystem empowers financial and non-financial institutions to thrive, supporting innovation, sustainable growth, and long-term economic resilience.
Through sustained growth and cross-border partnerships, ADGM is solidifying Abu Dhabi’s position as the “Capital of Capital” and a leading global hub for finance, investment, and business.