The Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:23) is right around the corner, being held from May 8-10 in South Africa. As one of the biggest and most anticipated events of the year, the summit will take place at luxurious Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The industry’s biggest brands and names will be in attendance in Africa.
This includes HFM, who will be in attendance and showcasing all that the company has to offer. Finance Magnates spoke with Joseph Stephani, HFM's Regional Head of Business Development – Africa, for his perspective on FMAS:23 and Africa in general.
Are you excited for FMAS:23, and how do you feel your business can directly benefit from attending an event such as this in Africa?
As HFM, we are thrilled to participate in FMAS:23 and look forward to meeting industry leaders, experts, and traders from Africa. We believe that attending an event like this provides us with an excellent opportunity to showcase our services and establish valuable connections with stakeholders in the African market.
What are you expecting to see or get out of FMAS:23?
At FMAS:23, we expect to gain valuable insights into the African financial markets, including regulatory and compliance issues, trends, and opportunities. We also hope to connect with other industry players and exchange knowledge and expertise with them.
There has been a lot of hype surrounding brokers and brands making a move into Africa. Does this align with your company’s goals, and is this excitement justified?
We believe that Africa was and still is a fast-growing market with enormous potential, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. Our company's goal is to expand our services into new markets and provide our clients and affiliates with access to a diverse range of financial instruments. We believe that the excitement surrounding Africa is justified, and we are committed to exploring this market further.
With the biggest brands on display at FMAS:23, how does yours stand out in the crowd?
As a leading Forex and commodities broker, we pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service, cutting-edge technology, and competitive pricing. We offer a wide range of trading instruments, including forex, metals, energies, commodities, indices, cryptocurrencies, ETFs, bonds and shares. We also provide our clients with a range of trading platforms, including the industry-leading MetaTrader 4 and 5 platforms and the HFM Platform available through our new trading app.
We believe that our commitment to excellence sets us apart from the competition and makes us stand out in the crowd. What is more, during FMAS:23, we will be announcing some new products and services which will further excite the market. We urge everyone to visit our booth for more details and absorb the value add we have to offer.
2023 has already been a very eventful year for several industry verticals. Are there any challenges you foresee during the second half of the year and beyond, and how is your company built to overcome or address them?
The financial industry is constantly evolving, and we anticipate further new challenges and opportunities. We are committed to staying ahead of the curve by continuously investing in our technology, expanding our product range, and staying up to date with regulatory developments. We also place a strong emphasis on risk management and compliance to ensure that we can navigate any challenges that arise in a safe and sustainable manner.
