Best Online Brokerages in Hong Kong 2023

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Charles Schwab logo

Min. Account Funding

US$25,000

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
US Stocks & ETFs
US$0
Min. Commission Fee Treasuries
US$0
Min. Account Funding
US$25,000
【Charles Schwab】

・US$0 online equity trade commissions#
・Average Savings Per Order: US$13.74*
・No platform fees and no custodian fees
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Huatai International-Zhangle Global logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
🔥Highest offer in town
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0

New users will be eligible to get up to HK$2,100 rewards after opening an account and submit the reward claim form via MoneySmart and fulfilling specific requirements.

  1. HK$1,400 Cash (delivered by Huatai, can be directly withdrawn to bank, need to submit reward claim form)
    /
    HK$1,400 Apple Gift Card/ HK$1,400 YATA Department Store e-Coupon (notransaction required)
  2. Huatai extra bonus: 1 share of Disney (Valued at HK$674) 
  3. Lucky draw campaign: To win up to HK$100,000 UnionPay gift card rewards、iPhone 15 Pro*
  4. HK$0 commissions forever offer*on HK market, US market, A-Share Market, free platform fee & free HK stock IPO handling fee
  5. Account opening tutorial: bit.ly/MSlps-Huatai

*Terms and Conditions apply.

Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Webull Securities logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
🔥Highest offer in town
Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0

New users who successfully open accounts via MoneySmart, passed account verification and make the first deposit at least HK$10,000 and no withdrawal for 60 days can get the exclusive HK$1,000 rewards:

  1. MoneySmart Exclusive:HK$1,000 Apple Gift Card / HK$1,000 PARKnSHOP Vouchers / HK$1,000 Trip.com Gift Card (distributed by MoneySmart)

^Terms and Conditions apply.

Valid until 02 Jan 2024 - See more details below
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Tiger Brokers  logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
🔥Highest offer in town
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0

【Exclusive offer】From now until 7 December 2023, new customers open an account and submit the reward claim form via MoneySmart can get 7,000 SmartPoints=HK$700 rewards OR HK$700 PARKnSHOP e-voucher, you can customise your PERFECT REWARDS with 20+ brand vouchers and products! Click here to explore limitless possibilities. Total rewards up to HK$2,100!

  1. Maintain consecutive 45 days of accumulated net deposit amounting to HK$10,000 or above, to receive ‘New Client Account Opening 8-in-1 Rewards'(Worth HK$300)
  2. Complete 5 buy trades (not limited to Hong Kong or US stocks) within 60 days from the date of successful account opening, to receive ‘New Client Trading 8-in-1 Rewards'(Worth HK$500)
  3. Complete the first options trade, to receive HK$200 voucher (2*HK$100)
  4. Maintain accumulated net deposit HK$10,000 for at least 60 consecutive days can receive an additional HK$400 PARKnSHOP e-voucher
    *Terms and Conditions apply.
Valid until 07 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Futu Securities logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0.99
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0
New customer offer: Up to HKD 2,200 welcome reward!

1. Register a new account through MoneySmart and receive an exclusive HKD 100 cash coupon (directly deposited into Futu account)

2. Subscribe to any fund with HKD 1,000 or more and maintain the position for 30 days to receive an exclusive additional HKD 200 cash coupon (directly deposited into Futu account)

Open an account, deposit HK$10,000, and complete specific requirements can get 1 out of 6 rewards:

1. 7 shares of HSBC Holdings Stock (00005.HK) OR
2. A share of Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) OR
3. HK$400 Supermarket e-voucher OR
4. 5% yield coupon^  OR
5. HK Stock LV2 streaming quotation (4 months) OR
6. HK$1200 Options Offer

Average return of 4.7%* for USD Money Market Fund+ account opening reward of 5%^, with a maximum annual return of HK$1,940 (Calculated based on HKD 20,000)

Team up to earn an extra $200 supermarket coupon each
Valid until 04 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Fosun Wealth logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
MoneySmart Exclusive
Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0

New users will be eligible to get the below rewards after opening an account through MoneySmart and fulfilling specific requirements. (A first deposit of HK$10,000 or above is required to be maintained for 30 days)

  1. HK$700 Apple Gift Card / HK$700 PARKnSHOP E-Vouchers / HK$700 HKTVMALL E-Vouchers
  2. 3 months of HKET e-news subscription service (Valued at HK$150)
  3. Lifetime $0 commission for HK and US Stocks
  4. $0 Subscription Fee for Funds
  5. HK$150 IPO margin subscription fee coupon

^Terms and Conditions apply.

Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Syfe  logo

Minimum First Funding Amount

HK$10,000

Minimum First Funding Amount
MoneySmart Exclusive
Minimum investment amount
HK$0
Annual Management Fee
0-0.65%
Minimum First Funding Amount
HK$10,000

【Syfe Income+】Open account via MoneySmart can receive a HK$300 Apple Gift Card OR HK$300 PARKnSHOP E-Vouchers OR HK$300 HKTVMALL E-Vouchers!



Simply enter the code “MSSYFE23” after your successful sign up to be eligible to get HK$300 equivalent gift rewards from MoneySmart (first fund HK$35,000 or above into any Syfe portfolios) Also can enjoy extra HK$200/ HK$500/ HK$700 Syfe cash rewards (first fund HK$35,000 /HK$100,000/ HK$200,000 or above into any Syfe portfolios)



1. 【Syfe Income+】
Earn up to 8.6% p.a. target monthly payout in HKD
Get HK$200 when you first fund HK$25,000 into Income+
Get HK$500 when you first fund HK$100,000 into Income+
Get HK$700 when you first fund HK$200,000 into Income+



2. 【Syfe Cash Management Solution: Cash+】
Earn yield of 5.41% p.a. on your idle cash
Get HK$200 when you first fund HK$25,000 into Cash+
Get HK$500 when you first fund HK$100,000 into Cash+
Get HK$700 when you first fund HK$200,000 into Cash+



3. Other Syfe investment portfolios
Get HK$200 when you first fund HK$35,000 into any investment portfolios
Get HK$500 when you first fund HK$100,000 into any investment portfolios
Get HK$700 when you first fund HK$200,000 into any investment portfolios

Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Saxo logo

Minimum First Funding Amount

HK$10,000

Minimum First Funding Amount
Online Promo
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$3
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$18
Minimum First Funding Amount
HK$10,000
Online Promo:

・Earn up to 4.27%* interest on account cash balance, no lock-in period and available for multi-currencies
・No platform fees, custody fees or idle fees
・Invest in global equities, FX, ETFs, bonds and more than 72,000 investment products 

*Interest rates are indicative only and are subject to change in line with market conditions.
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Interactive Brokers logo

Min. Funding

HK$0

Min. Funding
Online Promo
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0.0035
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
0.015%
Min. Funding
HK$0
Online Promo:

・Transparent and low rates; investors could choose between fixed rate commission pricing and tiered pricing
・US$0.0035 Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
・0.015% Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Valuable Capital logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
Online Promo
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0.99
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0
Online Promo:
New users who successfully open account via MoneySmart will be eligible to get up to the HK$2,000 rewards:

  1. HK$200 trading cash coupon
  2. US$25 trading cash coupon
  3. Extra HK$300 cash coupon (maintain a net deposit of HK10,000 within 30 days) 
  4. Extra HK$400 trading cash coupon (maintain a net deposit of HK10,000 within 60 days) 
  5. Invite friends to successfully open an account together during the promotion period, and complete the registration, each can get an extra HK$400 cash coupon

*Offers are subject to terms and conditions
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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LONGBRIDGE  logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
Online Promo
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Account Funding
HK$0
Online Promo:
New users who successfully open accounts via MoneySmart, and complete the specified account opening conditions, can get HK$1,400 cash rewards and extra HK$200 supermarket voucher:

1) Register account to enjoy HK stock Lv1 real-time streaming quotes
2) Open an account and deposit ≥HK$10,000 to enjoy HK & US stock lifetime commission-free 
3) Choose one of four rewards*:
-HK$400 cash coupon
-HK$800 Stock Cash Card
-4-month HK stock LV2 quotation (valued at HK$964)
-US stock options trading gift package (valued at HK$1,400)
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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uSMART Securities logo

Minimum Commission - HK Stock

HK$8

Minimum Commission - HK Stock
Online Promo
Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Minimum platform fee-HK Stock
HK$0
Minimum Commission - HK Stock
HK$8
Online Promo:
Enjoy welcome rewards upon successful registration of uSMART account via MoneySmart and complete the online verification within the promotion period.

  1. 30 Days of Nasdaq Basic+US stock commission fee waiver
  2. 8x HK$20 cash coupons ^
  3. 0 commissions from US option trading*
  4. HK stock free streaming quote*
Valid until 31 Dec 2023 - See more details below
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Fulbright Securities logo

Min. Account Funding

HK$0

Min. Account Funding
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0.99
Commission Fee HK Stocks
As Low As HK$30
Min. Account Funding
HK$0
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SoFi Hong Kong logo

Brokerage & Robo advisor

2-in-1 App

Brokerage & Robo advisor
US Stocks & ETFs commission
US$0
HK Stocks & ETFs commission
HK$0
Brokerage & Robo advisor
2-in-1 App
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WeLab Bank logo

Annualized Admin Fee

HK$0

Annualized Admin Fee
Minimum Investment Amount
HK$100
Early Redemption Fee
HK$0
Annualized Admin Fee
HK$0
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Metaverse Securities Limited logo

Min. Funding

HK$0

Min. Funding
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$0
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$0
Min. Funding
HK$0
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Direct Spot logo

Min. Funding

HK$10,000

Min. Funding
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks
US$13.80
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$30
Min. Funding
HK$10,000
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DBS logo

Min. Funding

HK$0

Min. Funding
US Stocks & ETFs
0.35%
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
0.20%
Min. Funding
HK$0
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TD Ameritrade logo

Min. Funding

HK$0

Min. Funding
Flat Commission Fee US Stocks
US$6.95
Options Commission Fee Per Trade
US$0.75
Min. Funding
HK$0
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BEA logo

Min. Funding

HK$0

Min. Funding
Min. Commission Fee US Stocks(per share)
US$0.10
Min. Commission Fee HK Stocks
HK$80
Min. Funding
HK$0
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Best Stock Brokers in Hong Kong 2023

Online Brokerage Min. U.S. Stock CommissionMin. HK Stock Commission
Futu SecuritiesUS$0.99HK$0
WebullUS$0HK$0
Tiger BrokersUS$0HK$0
SofiUS$0HK$0
LONGBRIDGEUS$0HK$0
Valuable CapitalUS$0HK$0
Saxo Markets US$3HK$40
Charles SchwabUS$0N/A
uSMART SecuritiesUS$0HK$0

A Beginner’s Guide to the Hong Kong Stock Market

To start investing in the stock market, you need to first open an investment account. You can do so either in brokerages or banks. Before you open an investment account, there are things you should consider. First, you need to understand the costs associated with investing e.g. commission fees, platform fees, etc. However, it should not discourage you from investing. You just need to compare the costs and choose a low-cost platform among all the available options. Secondly, you need to understand more about the stock market in Hong Kong.

In Hong Kong, you can invest in stocks on a monthly basis with as little as HK$1,000. These stock monthly investment options allow investors to begin investing even with a small amount of money and it allows investors to smooth out volatility in markets. You should also take time to learn about how to trade and develop your knowledge in this area. It is important to understand more about the Hong Kong blue-chip stocks, ETR and REITS, etc.

What is an online brokerage?

An online brokerage is a brokerage firm that offers trading service over the internet instead of the traditional way, as online brokers have a lower running cost compared to brick-and-mortar brokers, they often provide better fees and charges. Customers may use their online trading platforms for investments.

Before finding the right online brokers for stocks, you should always make sure that the online trading platform is licensed and registered by the Securities and Futures Commission. If the online broker is located overseas, like Saxo Markets or TD Ameritrade, you should check if they are licensed in jurisdictions.

Hang Seng Index

The Hang Seng Index, which consists of 50 constituent stocks (also known as the blue-chip stocks), is an indicator of the overall performance of the Hong Kong stock market.

Hong Kong Stocks Trading Fees

It is important to understand all the fees associated with investing. Below is a summary of the trading fees:

Brokerage commission

HK Stock Market: HK$0 - HK$40/ transaction

US Stock Market: US$0 - US6.95/ transaction

Platform fee

HK$0- HK$0.5/ transaction

SFC transaction levy

0.0027% of the transaction amount

HKEX trading fee

0.005% of the transaction amount

Stock stamp duty

0.1% of the transaction amount

Central Clearing Shares Payment

0.002% of the transaction amount (min: HK$ 2)

A Beginner’s Guide- Trading US Stocks in Hong Kong

You can start trading US stocks by opening an investment account with banks or international brokers in Hong Kong. In the Hong Kong stock market, the minimum trading unit is “one lot”, which may equal to 100 shares, 500 shares, etc., depending on the stock price. However, in the US stocks market, you can buy ‘one share’. Once your account is open, you can choose from a list of popular US shares such as Amazon, Facebook, Apple and Google. If you are not a resident of the US, you won’t be charged on dividends from the US shares you buy.

Different Portfolio Strategies By Age

When you are young, with an aim to accumulate capital, it is appropriate to take chances and look for high returns in higher-risk assets like shares as you are less vulnerable to high risks. However, as you age, your portfolio should change, before you plan to retire, it is wise to be more protective of the capital you have built over the course of years.

How to Buy Stocks: Open a Stock Account

Most brokers accept online applications, follow these simple steps to open your stock account:

Step 1

Fill in online application form

Simply fill in the online application form with supporting documents e.g. proof of identity and proof of residential address, and submit for review.

Step 2

Fund the account

Complete the risk disclosure statement and fund your account, every broker has a different minimum balance requirement so be sure to keep it in mind.

Step 3

Start trading!

Once the transfer is completed, you are ready to start buying stocks, bonds, funds and other investments.

Online Brokers VS Bank

Investing comes at a cost, including brokerage fees, commissions, platform fees, etc. If you want to keep your expenses down, it is important to choose the right platform. You may be tempted to open an investment account in banks because you trust them. But the high-street bank is not always the best place to buy an investment product. Trading with brokers is almost always cheaper and you can open an account online without hassle.

Online Brokerage FAQ

What exclusive offers can I enjoy if I open a stocks account via MoneySmart?

MoneySmart partners with various brokers in Hong Kong to offer exclusive offers to clients for account opening. Check out our latest brokerage account opening offers with Futu, Webull (currently highest offer in town) and Valuable Capital, etc. now!

Which brokers are commission-free?

SoFi, Webull, and uSmart securities are all commission-free for HK and US stocks and Valuable Capital charges $0 commission fee for HK Stocks. Open an account via MoneySmart today to enjoy exclusive offers!

Is it a good idea to open a brokerage account?

You can buy and sell stocks, funds, bonds, securities and more investments with a brokerage account. Brokerage accounts are perfect for your long-term financial goals, in order to keep investment-related costs from eating up your trading profits, it is a good idea to open a brokerage account.

What is the cheapest brokerage account?

uSMART Securities offers life-time commission fee waiver for US Stock trading and commission fees waiver for HK Stock for the first 90 days. But promotion may change without notice so don’t forget to check on MoneySmart for the latest information.

What is the best online brokerage for beginner investors?

Beginners can make use of the free demo account provided by Saxo Markets to learn more about trading and get used to how financial products behave before starting to trade.