The second edition of Money Expo Qatar 2025 concluded its two-day run at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), affirming its status as one of the most impactful financial gatherings in the region. With more than 3,500 participants, the event brought together leading traders, fintech innovators, investors, payment solution providers, and major financial institutions, underscoring Qatar’s accelerating rise as a key financial and investment hub in the Middle East.
Extensive Industry Participation and Thought Leadership
Over the course of two days, the conference stage hosted more than 35 influential speakers representing the forex, fintech, cryptocurrency, stock market, payments, and wealth management sectors. Packed sessions highlighted fast-evolving market opportunities, regulatory transformations, and advanced trading technologies shaping global financial landscapes.
One of the most anticipated discussions, titled “Global Markets, Local Opportunity: Cross-Border Payments & Market Access,” brought experts together to examine the future of international payment flows, FX cost efficiency, and the expanding role of digital wallets across the GCC. The panel, moderated by Amari Lewis-Simpson, CEO of Lewis-Simpson Partners Capital Group, featured Erica Badocco (BLegal), Gregorio Loayon (RTGS Global), and Constantinos Constantinides (FAI Comply).
Their insights focused on seamless cross-border transfers, enhanced settlement mechanisms, evolving compliance frameworks, and strategies to optimize global trading activity across equities, commodities, and crypto-based assets.
Deep Dive into Wealth Management and Family Office Trends
Another standout session, “International Private Wealth & Family Office Structuring in the GCC in 2025,” was led by Artem Toropov, Director of International Private Wealth & Family Office at PwC Middle East. Toropov provided comprehensive perspectives on the evolution of wealth management models, tax-efficient structuring approaches, and the expanding presence of global family offices within the GCC. He emphasized Qatar’s growing appeal as a jurisdiction for high-net-worth individuals seeking long-term financial stability and advanced cross-border planning opportunities.
Market Outlook: Gold’s Future Under the Microscope
The commodities segment drew wide attention with the keynote session “Will Gold Prices Collapse in 2026?” delivered by Eslam Ahmed, Chief Market Analyst at GODO. Ahmed reviewed gold price projections by major global banks, analyzing the links between interest rate movements, inflation expectations, and central-bank purchasing trends. He outlined scenarios that could support further gold strength, while also addressing the economic factors that may trigger a market correction.
Engaging Experiences and Direct Access to Market Leaders
The exhibition floor offered visitors a dynamic space to interact with brands, attend live demonstrations, explore product showcases, and engage in one-to-one discussions with industry leaders. Top fintech and trading companies such as VANTAGE, FIPER GLOBAL, MERCATO BROKERS, ATFX, FFS Kings, Xlence, and MY MAA MARKETS presented their latest technologies and platforms designed to empower traders, investors, and financial learners.
Commenting on the success of the event, Fiper Global stated, “Money Expo Qatar was well organized, with a strong turnout. Events like this are rare in Qatar, which is why Money Expo stands out by delivering exactly what the market and participants need — a platform for companies to connect directly with their clients.”
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