Scope Markets hires PU Prime exec Mohanad Yakout as Senior Market Analyst MENA
Retail FX and CFDs broker Scope Markets has announced the appointment of Mohanad Yakout, as Senior Market Analyst.
With certifications from CISI, IFTA (CFTe), and CMT Level 2, and a degree in Finance & Investment, Mohanad’s expertise spans both macroeconomic and technical analysis as well as strategic client engagement. In this role, Mohanad will deliver high-quality insights to support clients within the MENA region and beyond.
Mohanad Yakout, who is based in Dubai, spent the past four years with rival MENA focused broker PU Prime, serving as PU Prime’s Chief Market Analyst. He had also previously worked at OnePro, CJC Markets Arabia, and at Exness.
Joshua Mahony, Chief Market Analyst at Scope Markets, commented,
“Mohanad brings a rare combination of analytical depth and real-world client impact. His ability to deliver timely, multilingual insights across multiple channels reinforces our commitment to providing best-in-class support for traders and partners.”
Mohanad is known for producing market reports, technical outlooks, and live updates in both English and Arabic, making him an important voice in regional and international financial media. He has served as a market spokesperson on platforms such as CNBC, Bloomberg Asharq, and Al Arabiya, where he delivers real-time commentary and strategic analysis on key global events.
Mohanad Yakout, Senior Market Analyst at Scope Markets, added,
“Joining Scope Markets is an exciting next step. “The firm’s focus on transparency, research, and client empowerment matches my own approach to helping traders and partners navigate markets with clarity and confidence.”
Scope Markets said that it continues to broaden its appeal to clients in the MENA region, strengthening its existing offering, which includes access to regional index pricing on UAE equity exchanges, pricing on gold and silver CFDs in non-USD denominated contracts, local language customer service facilities and funding in local payment options.
By expanding its research capabilities in the native language of the region, Scope Markets reinforces its dedication to serving the unique needs of MENA investors and deepening its presence in one of the world’s most dynamic financial markets. As part of these efforts, Mohanad will contribute to event and media appearances, market publications, and platform-integrated commentary—delivering insight that helps clients act decisively across asset classes in both Arabic and English.
About Scope Markets
Scope Markets was taken over by London based Rostro Group in 2023. Rostro was founded in 2020 by former ACM/TradeTech (now Finalto) executive Roger Hambury, with ambitions to acquire and grow out companies in the Retail FX, CFDs, and crypto trading sector. After the acquisition closed Rostro named former Skilling, CMC Markets and Alpari UK executive Pavel Spirin as CEO of Scope Markets. The brand operates CySEC licensed entity SM Capital Markets Ltd at website scopemarkets.eu, and offshore (Belize domiciled) RS Global Ltd at scopemarkets.com.