FX debuts at Saudi Money Expo 14th & 15th September 2011

Saudi Arabia, the Gulfs leading economy (47% of GCC GDP) is holding a spectacular exhibition for Saudi investors looking to enhance their understanding of intenational financial markets.

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Saudi Arabia home to the worlds leading oil exporting companies doesn't have its own commodities exchange, traders interested in punting on oil or gold have to opt for futures or cfd's offshore.

The Saudi Money Expo aims to educate investors on the numerous opportunities present in the gold, oil and currency markets.

Stayconnected in cooperation with Al-Alwsat for Economic Consultants, organizes the first instructive forum 2011 for Currency, Oil and Gold markets in Riyadh at Al Faisaliah Hotel on the 14th and 15th of September 2011 (16-17 Shawwal). Global financial institutions and economists from more than twelve European and American countries will participate at the event.

Nadine Rafei, senior financial analyst at Stayconnected summarized the expo’s objectives:” We look to this first instructive forum for Currency, Oil and Gold markets, as an opportunity for the Saudi investor to meet with leading foreign brokerage companies and learn from their experts and analysts. We would like to thank His Royal Highness, Prince Dr. Saif Al- Islam Bin Saud Bin Abdul Aziz for sponsoring this unique event. His Royal Highness has always encouraged the Saudi investor to network with international leading experts to learn from their experiences”.

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The conference will cover themes such as: The outlook for Gold and Oil, future promising opportunities, successful trading strategies, the impact of economic news on trading, global and regional political events and their impact on trading opportunities.

The expo and the conference launches Wednesday, the 14th of September, at 10 o’clock in the presence of leading global brokerage and trading firms from more than 12 cities including: London, New York, Paris, Beirut, Dubai and others. Miss Rafei asserted: “This market differs from the local equity market with it’s deep volume of liquidity which makes technical analysis a key tool for successful trading.

Therefore, a dedicated workshop will be open during the event focusing on educating the investor on various technical strategies and tools”.

The objectives of this event organized by “Stayconnected” and it’s official partner “Alpari UK” is to bring together investors and analysts to create an environment where free expert opinions and strategies are shared among attendees.

This event is sponsored by the following international companies: Strategic Partner, “Alpari UK”, Official Sponsor, “FX Solutions”, Diamond Sponsor, “Gain Capital”, Gold Sponsor, “FXCM MENA”, Silver Sponsor, “Noor Capital Market”. Moreover, more than 40 companies participate in the forum covering trading in Currencies, Gold and Oil markets.

Rafii underlined that the invitation is open, free of charge for participants, to reach out to as many traders as possible and bring forward a global experience to the local Saudi investor.

Walid Ead, part of the sales and marketing team is 'very excited about this event and believes this will create a benchmark for international financial markets in Saudi Arabia'.

You can contact Walid for sponsorship or questions: sales@saudimoneyexpo.com

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