UP Fintech Holding Limited’s Hong Kong Subsidiary Receives SFC Approval on Type 9 License to Provide Asset Management Services
UP Fintech Holding (TIGR) announces Tiger Brokers (HK) Global has been granted a Type 9 license by Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission, allowing them to provide asset management services. TBHK will offer discretionary account services to retail and professional investors, along with asset management services for professional investors. The company's asset management team will focus on tactical asset allocation and long-term value investing, providing tailored investment strategies for clients and a user-friendly platform interface. TBHK has gained popularity in Hong Kong due to its competitive pricing, zero commission on equity trading, and innovative wealth management products.
The granting of a Type 9 license to Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited by Hong Kong's SFC represents a strategic expansion of UP Fintech's service capabilities. This move enables the firm to cater to a broader client base, including both retail and professional investors seeking asset management services. From a financial perspective, the ability to offer discretionary account services and asset management for collective investment schemes could potentially open up new revenue streams for UP Fintech.
The mention of zero commission and platform fees for Hong Kong equity trading, along with the introduction of Tiger Vault, positions UP Fintech competitively in the market. This pricing strategy, combined with the cost efficiency gained from self-clearing capabilities, suggests a focus on market penetration and customer acquisition. However, investors should monitor how these strategies affect the company's profit margins and overall financial health in the long term.
UP Fintech's recent developments signal a strong commitment to the Hong Kong market, which is a significant financial hub in Asia. The company's competitive pricing and diversified offerings such as Tiger Vault and fractional shares trading are tailored to attract a tech-savvy demographic that values convenience and cost-effectiveness. The asset management services, especially those catering to investment immigration, could appeal to high-net-worth individuals looking for wealth management solutions in Hong Kong.
It's essential to analyze customer response to these new services and the impact on market share within the online brokerage sector. The company's user-friendly platform interface and innovative features may enhance user experience and retention, contributing positively to its market positioning.
The acquisition of a Type 9 license is a significant legal milestone for UP Fintech, demonstrating compliance with the stringent regulatory standards set by Hong Kong's SFC. This compliance not only adds to the firm's credibility but also mitigates the legal risks associated with asset management services. The focus on providing comprehensive services for Hong Kong investment immigration indicates an understanding of the local regulatory environment and the specific needs of professional investors in the region.
As UP Fintech expands its services, it will be important to continually ensure adherence to international and local financial regulations, which can affect both the company's reputation and its operational risk profile.
03/27/2024 - 06:00 AM
SINGAPORE, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UP Fintech Holding Limited (NASDAQ: TIGR) (“UP Fintech” or the “Company”), a leading online brokerage firm focusing on global investors, today announced that Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has officially granted a Type 9 license to Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited ("TBHK"), authorizing TBHK to provide asset management services, including discretionary accounts service to both retail clients and professional investors and asset management service to collective investment schemes offered to professional investors only. Mr. Yang Xu, the Head of Wealth Management business, stated that TBHK’s asset management services will feature a seasoned investment team adept in tactical asset allocation and long-term value investing, crafting bespoke asset allocation strategies for discretionary account retail clients, complemented by a user-friendly platform interface to facilitate wealth accumulation. Additionally, TBHK’s asset management team will provide comprehensive services for Hong Kong investment immigration, along with tailored investment strategies for managed accounts, and is set to offer a multifaceted fund service infrastructure in the future.
Over the past year since entering Hong Kong market, TBHK has garnered popularity among Hong Kong users with its optimized product offerings and one of the most competitive pricing. We charge zero commission and platform fee for Hong Kong equity trading, and launched Tiger Vault, our wealth management product, in the Hong Kong market, which offers USD and HKD denominated money market funds, as well as U.S. Treasury trading service to help our users manage their liquidity. In terms of infrastructure, we have achieved fully self-clearing for U.S. and Hong Kong cash equities and U.S. options, which brings down our total clearing expense to an industry leading low level. We are also one of the few brokers that offers recurring investment and fractional shares trading feature for both U.S. and Hong Kong shares.
About UP Fintech Holding Limited
UP Fintech Holding Limited is a leading online brokerage firm focusing on global investors. The Company’s proprietary mobile and online trading platform enable investors to trade in equities and other financial instruments on multiple exchanges around the world. The Company offers innovative products and services as well as a superior user experience to customers through its “mobile first” strategy, which enables it to better serve and retain current customers as well as attract new ones. The Company offers customers comprehensive brokerage and value-added services, including trade order placement and execution, margin financing, IPO subscription, ESOP management, investor education, community discussion and customer support. The Company’s proprietary infrastructure and advanced technology are able to support trades across multiple currencies, multiple markets, multiple products, multiple execution venues and multiple clearinghouses.
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What license has Tiger Brokers (HK) Global (TIGR) been granted by Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission?
Tiger Brokers (HK) Global has been granted a Type 9 license by Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission.
What services will TBHK provide with the granted license?
TBHK will offer asset management services, including discretionary accounts for retail and professional investors, along with asset management services for professional investors.
What investment strategies will TBHK's asset management team focus on?
TBHK's asset management team will focus on tactical asset allocation and long-term value investing, providing bespoke asset allocation strategies for discretionary account retail clients.
What innovative wealth management product did TBHK launch in the Hong Kong market?
TBHK launched Tiger Vault, a wealth management product offering USD and HKD denominated money market funds, as well as U.S. Treasury trading service.
What are some of the competitive advantages of TBHK in the Hong Kong market?
TBHK offers zero commission and platform fee for Hong Kong equity trading, fully self-clearing for U.S. and Hong Kong cash equities and U.S. options, recurring investment, and fractional shares trading feature for both U.S. and Hong Kong shares.
