Leading online brokerage group Tickmill has announced that it has hired longtime Axi analyst Ranim Turfa as Head of Research & Market Analysis – MENA. Ranim brings her extensive experience in forex and stock markets, alongside professional certifications in technical analysis and investment,  positioning her as a valuable addition to Tickmill’s growing team.

Ranim Turfa spent the past eight years as Senior Market Analyst for Axi in Dubai. She has also previously worked for One Financial Markets, and Noor Capital.

The company said that Ranim’s appointment reflects Tickmill’s strategic commitment to elevating its market analysis and insights offering, at a time when traders increasingly seek reliable guidance in navigating volatile markets. As a Certified Financial Technician (CFTe) and member of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), Ranim’s expertise will significantly enhance Tickmill’s ability to deliver timely market intelligence to its trading community. Her technical proficiency and deep understanding of regional market dynamics will help provide greater clarity on complex market movements and key trading themes, supporting traders as they assess evolving market conditions.

“Ranim’s appointment is an exciting addition to our team,” said Joseph Dahrieh, Managing Director – MENA at Tickmill. “Her expertise and deep knowledge of financial markets bring invaluable perspective to our trader community. At Tickmill, we believe insights and transparent market analysis are essential to helping traders make informed decisions. Ranim’s voice, credibility, and analytical clarity align perfectly with that mission. We’re confident her insights will resonate with our clients and strengthen our position as a broker committed to empowering traders.”

In her new role, Ranim will contribute to Tickmill’s research strategy, delivering market analysis, technical commentary, and insights across multiple platforms and formats. Her work will provide Tickmill’s growing global community with deeper perspectives on market trends, price action, and developments across key asset classes, from emerging themes to more advanced trading considerations.

This appointment strengthens Tickmill’s mission to help traders navigate markets with precision and clarity, which are core principles aligned with the firm’s approach to innovation and excellence. Ranim’s background includes significant experience working across financial markets in the MENA region, where she has built a strong reputation for delivering clear insights that cut through market noise. Her expertise spans multiple asset classes, enabling her to provide market perspectives relevant to traders across different levels of experience and trading styles.

About Tickmill

Tickmill has established itself as a leading provider of online trading services on a global scale since its inception in 2014. With regulation from esteemed authorities, including the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles, and recognition from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) as a Representative Office, Tickmill prioritizes the safety of client funds while upholding the highest standards of transparency and integrity. The team, composed of seasoned traders with decades of collective experience dating back to the 1980s, brings a wealth of expertise to the table, having navigated various major financial markets across Asia to North America.

Tickmill is controlled by brothers and co-founders Illimar and Ingmar Mattus.