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List Of Stock Brokers In Hong Kong (China)

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on October 31, 2012

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· Last updated: November 14, 2018

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Boom Securities

Phillip Securities Hong Kong

Polaris Securities

Interactive Brokers

Haitong Securities International

Saxo Bank
Wellington Management Company, LLP
Macquarie
Zeal Asset Management Limited
HuaAn Asset Management (HK) Ltd
BlackRock
JPMorgan Chase
Value Partners Limited
BNP Paribas Investment Partners Asia Limited
EFG Asset Management
RBC Investor Services
Goldman Sachs
UBS AG
Société Générale
MSCI Inc.
Ping An Trust
Sino-US United MetLife Insurance Company Ltd
Eclipse Options

Key Takeaways

  • Hong Kong hosts a diverse mix of local and global stock brokers offering varying fee structures and platform features.
  • Interactive Brokers consistently ranks highly for low-cost, multi-market access, while online fintech firms like Futu (moomoo) and Tiger Brokers offer user‑friendly platforms and competitive pricing.
  • Traditional bank-affiliated brokers like Phillip Securities tend to be significantly more expensive compared to online brokers.
  • Hong Kong’s brokers are regulated by the SFC, and investor protection includes segregated accounts and coverage by the Investor Compensation Fund.
  • The city remains a pivotal financial hub, linking global investors with Mainland China and offering deep liquidity and multi‑asset access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of brokers operate in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong has local brokers (e.g., Phillip Securities), global brokers (e.g., Interactive Brokers), fintech platforms (e.g., Futu/moomoo, Tiger Brokers), and bank‑affiliated brokers.
Why choose Interactive Brokers?
Interactive Brokers offers very low commissions, multi‑market access, and professional tools—making it a top choice for cost‑conscious and advanced traders ([brokerrank.net](https://brokerrank.net/rankings/best-stock-brokers-hong-kong?utm_source=openai)).
Are traditional brokers more expensive?
Yes — traditional bank brokers like HSBC, BOC, and Phillip can charge around 0.25% commission (HK$100 on a HK$10,000 trade), which is about four times the cost of online brokers ([lowrisktradesmart.org](https://www.lowrisktradesmart.org/en/blog/hk-stock-broker-comparison?utm_source=openai)).
How are Hong Kong brokers regulated and how are investors protected?
They’re regulated by the SFC; client assets must be segregated, and the Investor Compensation Fund offers up to HK$500,000 protection ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/u_FewEbb7544/comments/1os6i8o?utm_source=openai)).
What makes Hong Kong’s market attractive to brokers and investors?
Hong Kong is a major financial hub with strong regulation, deep liquidity, and serves as a bridge between international investors and mainland China ([scribehow.com](https://scribehow.com/page/Best_Stock_Brokers_in_Hong_Kong_in_2026_Top_10_Trusted_Platforms___JOsCE6rQNKai_H-6hXoPw?utm_source=openai)).

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