Apricot Capital DIFC Limited is proud to celebrate its first anniversary since receiving its licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) on 22 November 2024.
In just one year, the firm has built a strong foundation for long-term success, guided by the principles of discipline, trust, and progress that define its strategy and culture.
“Our first year in Dubai was about building the right foundations — operationally, technologically, and culturally,” said Ofelya Aghakaryan, Senior Executive Officer of Apricot Capital DIFC Limited. “In just one year, we achieved breakeven — a great indicator of healthy financials and proof that clients trust our team. Our aim is to become a highly regarded entity in the DIFC, recognized as a leading firm for complex cross-border investments, especially those connecting the Middle East, the CIS region, and Asia.”
Apricot Capital DIFC Limited currently holds a Category 2 DFSA licence, which allows it to service Professional Clients and Market Counterparties only.
During its first year of operations, the firm expanded its team with experienced professionals, particularly in the areas of compliance and risk management, reinforcing its commitment to robust governance and regulatory excellence.
It also successfully onboarded Professional Clients who value Apricot Capital DIFC Limited’s quality-driven approach and the regulatory security offered by the DIFC environment.
The firm’s senior leadership actively participated in both local and international events, including the Doing Digital Forum 2025, the Dubai FinTech Summit, and the XII Cbonds Fixed Income Conference 2025, contributing to regional discussions on digital transformation and capital-market development.
While the firm has just completed its first year, its business team brings decades of collective experience and a loyal client base, providing the expertise and relationships necessary to support clients across regions and asset classes.
Apricot Capital DIFC Limited remains dedicated to delivering value, transparency, and responsible service from one of the world’s leading financial centres.
Apricot Capital DIFC Limited serves Professional Clients and Market Counterparties only and is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
Apricot Capital DIFC Limited was pleased to sponsor and participate in the XII Cbonds Fixed Income Conference 2025, held in Dubai. The conference brought together distinguished experts and professionals from across the global and regional fixed income markets to discuss the latest trends, developments, and investment opportunities shaping the sector.
The opportunities of global diversification are immense, but so are the challenges. Investors often face a maze of varying legal systems, tax regulations, and operational hurdles across different jurisdictions.
As we approach our first anniversary, Ofelya Aghakaryan, the Senior Executive Officer of Apricot Capital DIFC Limited, discusses with Gulf News our strategy for sustainable growth and our commitment to full compliance and regulatory excellence. In the interview, she reflects on our first-year milestones, such as achieving break-even and strengthening our operational foundation: accomplishments that have established us as a reliable partner for professional clients and market counterparties navigating complex cross-border investments.
This page was last updated 24.11.2025 12:12
