CFI Group Celebrates the Official Opening of Its Office in Bahrain and Appoints Yasin Al-Samarrai as Its CEO

SadaNews - CFI, the leading group in the region for electronic trading, announced the official opening of its new company, "CFI FINANCIAL (BAHRAIN) B.S.C CLOSED," and the appointment of Yasin Al-Samarrai as its CEO in Bahrain. This achievement marks an important step in the group's strategy for continuous regional growth and strengthens its commitment to serve traders and investors across the kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

The opening ceremony was held at CFI Bahrain's new offices in Manama, and was attended by a select group of guests, representatives from government and private sectors, prominent members of the Bahraini financial community, and senior executives from the CFI financial group. This event follows the granting of a second-category investment business license to CFI Bahrain by the Central Bank of Bahrain in July 2025.

Ziad Melhem, CEO of CFI Financial Group, stated: "This is a special moment for CFI as we officially open our doors in Bahrain, a vibrant market with immense potential." He added: "Establishing CFI Bahrain, led by Yasin, is not just an expansion; it is a long-term commitment to provide excellence, transparency, and innovation to traders in the kingdom."

In his new role, Yasin Al-Samarrai will oversee CFI's operations and strategic growth in Bahrain, ensuring the company's commitment to its global standards in service excellence, governance, and regulatory compliance, with offerings tailored to meet local market needs. With his extensive experience in the financial services sector and a proven leadership record, Yasin's appointment enhances CFI's focus on expanding its business and maintaining the highest regulatory and operational standards in the region.

In turn, Yasin Al-Samarrai, CEO of CFI Bahrain, said: "I am honored to lead CFI Bahrain and embark on this new chapter in the kingdom. He added: "Our goal is to empower traders in Bahrain with access to world-class platforms, competitive trading conditions, and continuous education, supported by CFI's reputable brand and global expertise."

CFI Bahrain will provide traders access to a wide range of global markets, backed by advanced platforms, local expertise, and high-quality service standards that CFI is known for worldwide. This launch reinforces the group's long-term commitment to the region and its confidence in Bahrain's role as a growing financial hub.
With over 25 years of experience and an established global presence, CFI continues its commitment to empowering traders through education, innovation, and providing top-notch financial services, ultimately supporting Bahrain's role as a leading regional financial center.

Trading involves high risks to invested capital, and all risks must be understood before investing.
The company does not deal with virtual assets and is licensed by the Palestinian Capital Market Authority under trading number PCMA/CFI/562776930. Trading involves high risks to invested capital, and all risks must be understood before investing. The company does not deal with virtual assets and is licensed by the Palestinian Capital Market Authority under number PCMA/CFI/562776930.

CFI Group

CFI Financial Group was established in 1998 and is today the leading online trading broker in the Middle East and North Africa, with over 25 years of experience. The group operates from several major cities including London, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Cape Town, Baku, Beirut, Amman, and Cairo, providing integrated access to local and global markets. CFI offers diverse trading options including stocks, currencies, commodities, and more, while providing clients with superior trading conditions, including spreads starting from zero pips, commission-free trading, and ultra-fast execution.

The group offers innovative and user-friendly solutions for traders of all levels. CFI promotes financial awareness through multilingual educational content and seeks to achieve excellence through partnerships with global icons such as AC Milan Club, FIFA, and MI Cape Town Team, alongside the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. By appointing Sir Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time Formula 1 world champion, as its global brand ambassador, CFI reflects its shared commitment to innovation and success, supporting cultural and community initiatives around the world.