Futu officially launches Japanese stock trading in Hong Kong, upgrades the global multi-asset investment platform

(Hong Kong – April 18, 2024) Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited ("Futu") has announced the official launch of its Japanese stock trading service in Hong Kong, covering over 4,000 stocks and ETFs listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The platform provides real-time quotes, comprehensive market information, and competitive commission fees as low as 0.08% for Japanese stocks, enhancing the global investment experience and further highlighting Futu's advantage as a one-stop diversified financial services platform. To show appreciation for investors' support and continued trust in its platform, Futu has introduced a time-limited promotion offering zero commission for Japanese stocks trades, along with cash rebates for new customers, with a maximum reward of HKD 1,900.

Doubling of on-platform trade volume on securities trading related to Japanese stocks[1] in the first quarter, further achieving the goal of global investment in one app

The Japanese stock market has been performing exceptionally well, and data from Futu’s platform reveals that the number of Hong Kong customers trading securities related to Japanese stocks in the first quarter of this year has more than doubled compared to the previous year's end-of-year figures. Additionally, during the same period, the number of users who selected Japanese stocks as their preferred securities of interest has increased by over four times.

Starting from today, Hong Kong investors can trade over 4,000 stocks, ETFs, exchange-traded notes (ETNs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs) listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Prime, Standard, and Growth markets) through the Futubull application. With commission fees as low as 0.08% or as low as 80 yen per trade, which is below the industry average, investors can capture new investment opportunities all in one app. Considering that many Japanese equities have high minimum investment thresholds, often exceeding tens of thousands of Hong Kong dollars, Futu offers highly advantageous margin interest rates for Japanese stocks, as low as 2.8%. This effectively helps investors enter the market and enhance capital utilization.

Comprehensively enhanced Japanese stock market quotes and functionalities, allowing everyone to become an expert in Japanese stocks

Although there is growing interest in the Japanese stock market, the general awareness among Hong Kong investors is relatively lower compared to the Hong Kong and US stock markets. There is also a lack of comprehensive platforms that provide Japanese stock market quotes and information. As an industry leader, Futu takes the lead in providing customers with Japanese stock market data and a variety of analysis tools. These include real-time streaming quotes, fund flows, featured lists, heat maps, and industry chains, helping Futu investors quickly discover desirable Japanese stocks. In addition, Futu integrates a range of professional-level analysis tools, such as short-selling data and financing data for Japanese stocks, enabling investors to make more accurate judgments on stock price movements, mitigate risks, and make better investment decisions.

Futu Securities' Managing Director, Daniel Tse stated, “As the largest technology securities firm in Hong Kong, Futu has always been committed to empowering local investors and providing them with different investment choices, giving people the opportunity to capture wealth. The launch of a Japanese stocks trading facility by Futu not only leverages the advantages of its technology investment platform but also breaks geographical barriers. This further meets the diverse investment needs of investors. It combines investment education, convenience, and affordability, offering a comprehensive trading experience and opening up new horizons for Futu customers."

Futu offering a limited promotion of zero commission for Japanese stocks, with a reward worth up to HKD 1,900 for specific new customers[2]

To show appreciation for investors' support and trust in Futu, Futu is introducing a limited promotion called "Zero Commission for Japanese Stocks" in conjunction with the launch of Japanese stock trading. Currently, Futu customers can claim a special offer of zero commission for Japanese stocks for a duration of 30 days by visiting the official promotional page. Additionally, Futu is offering a new account funding promotion, where new customers can claim a cash rebate of 1,000 yen by visiting the designated promotional page. From now until April 30th, new customers who successfully open an account and meet the specified funding requirements at Futu can enjoy rewards of up to HKD 1,900[2].

[1]Japanese stock-related securities refer to Japanese companies listed on the US stock market or the Hong Kong stock market, as well as their associated ETFs.

[2]For details, please refer to the official promotional page of Futu: https://j.futunn.com/00e6aj