baraka is a multi-asset investing platform built for modern investors across the GCC.
Access over 20k+ stocks, ETFs, gold, bonds, and options all from one platform. Whether you are building long-term wealth, generating passive income, or are new to online trading, baraka provides the tools, the assets, and the clarity to invest on your own terms.
What you can invest in:
Stocks & ETFs
Trade 20k+ US-listed stocks and ETFs with fees starting at $1 per trade. Buy stocks (fractional shares) of companies like Apple, Nvidia, Tesla, and Amazon.
Gold
Real, physical gold. Purchase, store securely, or take delivery. Available for UAE investors. GCC coming soon. Silver is next.
US Options Trading
Calls and puts built for investors who want greater precision and control.
Fractional Bonds
US Treasuries and corporate bonds starting at $1,000. A reliable income stream that compounds quietly in the background.
Platform Features
Advanced Charts full candlestick charting designed for investors and traders who require precision.
Real Equity Ownership
baraka provides ownership of the shares you purchase. No CFDs, just true ownership.
Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP)
Automatically reinvest dividends into full or fractional shares and compound returns over time.
Extended Trading Hours
Trade stocks during pre-market and after-hours sessions with access to up to 16 trading hours.
Auto-Invest
Set up recurring investments and follow a disciplined dollar-cost averaging strategy.
Investment Themes
Explore curated themes across AI, Electric Vehicles, ESG, Gaming, and more.
Watchlists
Track your favourite assets and plan your next move with confidence.
Stock Analysis & Research
Access professional equity research and reports powered by LSEG.
baraka AI
Your personal investing assistant. Get instant stock insights, track market trends, and access financial updates in real time.
Educational Content
Grow your knowledge with baraka's free daily 5-minute newsletter and in-app learning resources.
Multiple Funding Options
Fund your account instantly using Apple Pay, debit cards, or local bank transfers. Enable auto-deposit to stay consistently invested.
Security & Regulation
US-listed securities are protected by SIPC coverage up to $500,000, including $250,000 in cash. Your account is protected with biometric authentication (Face ID, fingerprint) and advanced security controls. baraka Financial Limited is registered in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
Risk Warning
All investments involve risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and you may receive less than your original investment. Always assess risk before investing
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.getbaraka.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://www.getbaraka.com/privacy
Baraka markets itself as a beginner-friendly platform, but I don’t think that’s true at all. The UI is fine, but the app itself is full of bugs, making even the simplest tasks difficult. Depositing money is straightforward, but when it comes to withdrawing funds, the process is painfully slow. You have to go through unnecessary steps, and customer support is rarely helpful. Additionally, the educational content is quite basic, so if you are serious about investing, you’ll need to look elsewhere for proper guidance.
Why does it take so long to execute trades?
FrustratedTrader99k
The concept of Baraka is good, but in reality, it’s frustrating to use. Trade execution speeds are slow, customer service is unresponsive, and the app is filled with glitches. One of the biggest issues I’ve faced is with the auto-invest feature—it doesn’t work consistently, and I’ve had situations where scheduled investments didn’t go through properly. I also dislike how difficult it is to withdraw funds. It’s not as simple as other platforms, which is a red flag for me. Overall, it’s just not a reliable choice for serious investors.
Developer Response
We understand your concerns regarding trade execution times and withdrawals. We are continuously working on improving the speed and reliability of our platform. If you encounter ongoing issues, please reach out to our support so we can investigate further.
Good App with Room for Improvement
Ahmoodys
The app competes well with the likes of US and EU inverting apps but still lacks in some areas such as DRIP and maybe Investment pies which is available in apps such Trading 212. I use T212 as my daily because it offers purchases with cards which is faster and cheaper than wire transfers. So until this option is not available in Baraka I’ll still use T212. But once card payments are allowed I’ll move completely
Developer Response
Hello Ahmoodys, thank you for taking the time to review our app. We're happy to inform you that DRIP is available on our app, and that you can deposit using a variety of methods such as Apple Pay or Debit Card, instantly and at a more cost effective rate! We hope that you choose baraka for your investment journey. Please feel free to reach out to us anytime at support@getbaraka.com or https://wa.me/971544277897 for more information.
Lovely app and great customer service
S.911
I had issues topping up my account because i use ENBD and for some reason the transfer was not going through. I was assisted by Iman & it was a smooth process, u received the funds within 2 days thanks to their effort. I have a great experience trading every day, minor lags and delays coz the app is new and it’s understandable. Big thanks to the team for keeping up the good work and im sure it will turn out to be a great app in the future!
Developer Response
Hello,Thank you for the kind words. We are glad Iman was able to assist you in solving this matter, we are always working on enhancing the app and its features. Best,Team baraka
Fixes and improvements
Version 3.0.2
The developer, Baraka Technology Holding Ltd, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
Identifiers
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
Financial Info
Contact Info
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Information
Provider
Baraka Technology Holding Ltd
Size
127.4 MB
Category
Finance
Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
