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PHILIPPE GHANEM APPOINTED AS CHAIRMAN OF ADS SECURITIES LONDON LIMITED

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Posted on October 29, 2014

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· Last updated: April 23, 2020

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Philippe Ghanem Appointed ADS London Chairman

Mr Philippe Ghanem, Executive Managing Director and Vice-Chairman of ADS Securities LLC has been appointed as Chairman by the Board of ADS Securities London Limited.

Overview of ADS Securities London Limited

ADS London is authorised and regulated by the FCA (FRN 577453) and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi based ADS Holding LLC. It works in partnership with ADS Securities LLC, also based in Abu Dhabi and part of the ADS Holding group, to provide a range of online trading services, with a focus on FX, CFDs and precious metals. ADS Securities LLC is regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE.

Philippe Ghanem

Philippe Ghanem

Recent Structural Changes at ADS London

The appointment of Mr Ghanem as Chairman completes a number of changes at the company including the full acquisition of Pioneer Trader by ADS Holding, the rebranding of the company as ADS London and the appointment of the new CEO, James Watson.

Commenting on his appointment Mr Ghanem said: “ADS London is an important company with a lot to offer the market. I look forward to working with my fellow board members and to advising the management team. Financial trading companies are under a lot of scrutiny at the moment and I believe it is extremely important to work with regulators, to be transparent and always ensure that customers receive the level of service they are looking for.”

Ghanem’s Broader Roles and Responsibilities

Mr Ghanem also holds the position of Deputy CEO and Vice-Chairman of ADS Holding LLC.

Key Takeaways

  • Philippe Ghanem, currently Executive Managing Director and Vice‑Chairman of ADS Securities LLC, has been appointed Chairman of ADS Securities London Limited.
  • The move follows ADS Holding's full acquisition of Pioneer Trader, the rebranding as ADS London, and the appointment of James Watson as London CEO.
  • ADS London is FCA‑authorised (FRN 577453) and works alongside ADS Securities LLC to provide online FX, CFDs and precious metals trading; ADS Securities LLC is regulated by the UAE Central Bank.
  • Mr Ghanem also serves as Deputy CEO and Vice‑Chairman of ADS Holding LLC and emphasized transparency, regulatory cooperation, and strong customer service in his comment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Philippe Ghanem?
He is Executive Managing Director and Vice‑Chairman of ADS Securities LLC, Deputy CEO and Vice‑Chairman of ADS Holding LLC, and now Chairman of ADS Securities London Limited.
What does ADS London do?
ADS London, FCA‑regulated (FRN 577453) and wholly owned by ADS Holding LLC, provides online trading services in FX, CFDs and precious metals in partnership with ADS Securities LLC.
What company changes accompanied this appointment?
The appointment followed the full acquisition of Pioneer Trader by ADS Holding, the rebranding to ADS London, and the naming of James Watson as CEO.
What did Mr Ghanem comment on his appointment?
He stressed ADS London’s market importance and committed to working with regulators, ensuring transparency and delivering quality customer service.

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