Compare Investing in Hong Kong

Compare ongoing platform fees and individual trade costs separately — low annual charges matter more for buy-and-hold investors, while frequent traders need low per-trade commissions.

20 live investing offers tracked across 15 Hong Kong providers, with fees from 0.03% /yr. Data current as of 23 October 2026 and updated daily from the Giraffy database.

Live offers

20 live offers compared from 15 providers, from 0.03% /yr. Updated daily.

FUTU Moomoo HK FUTU Securities (Moomoo)

0.03% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.03% (min HKD 3)
  • Account Types: HK stocks, US stocks, A-shares, ETFs, funds
  • Min Investment: HKD 0
  • Key Feature: Moomoo — SFC; 0.03% per trade; strong HK+US+A-share access

Interactive Brokers HK Interactive Brokers HK

0.05% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.05% min USD 2.50
  • Account Types: Cash & Margin
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: 150+ global markets

Tiger Brokers HK Tiger Brokers HK

0.06% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.06% min HKD 10
  • Account Types: Cash & Margin
  • Min Investment: HKD 1
  • Key Feature: US & HK stocks

Tiger Brokers Hong Kong Tiger Brokers HK

0.06% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.06% (min HKD 5; 0% promo)
  • Account Types: HK, US, A-shares, ETFs, options
  • Min Investment: HKD 0
  • Key Feature: Tiger Brokers — SFC; competitive new-user offers; US/HK/CN

Saxo Markets HK Saxo Markets HK

0.08% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.08% min HKD 50
  • Account Types: Cash & Margin
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Professional platform

IG Hong Kong CFDs IG Hong Kong

0.10% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.1% min HKD 50
  • Account Types: Cash & CFD
  • Min Investment: HKD 500
  • Key Feature: CFD specialist

IG Hong Kong IG Hong Kong

0.10% /yr

  • Trading Fee: From 0.10%
  • Account Types: HK stocks, global stocks, ETFs, CFDs, FX
  • Min Investment: HKD 0
  • Key Feature: IG — SFC; spread betting + CFDs; professional tools

CMB Wing Lung Brokerage HK CMB Wing Lung

0.20% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.20% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Banking integration

BOC HK Securities Bank of China HK

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Mainland market access

DBS Vickers HK DBS Hong Kong

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: DBS banking linked

Hang Seng eIPO+ HK Hang Seng Bank

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: IPO applications

KGI Hong Kong Securities KGI Hong Kong

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Listed broker HK

HSBC InvestDirect HK HSBC Hong Kong

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Integrated banking

Phillip Securities HK POEMS Phillip Securities HK

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Full-service brokerage

Maybank Kim Eng HK Maybank Kim Eng HK

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 100
  • Account Types: Cash & Margin
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Regional coverage

South China Securities HK South China Securities

0.25% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.25% min HKD 80
  • Account Types: Cash
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: Local broker

DBS digiPortfolio HK DBS Hong Kong

0.75% /yr

  • Trading Fee: 0.75% annual mgmt
  • Account Types: Diversified ETF portfolios (robo)
  • Min Investment: HKD 1,000
  • Key Feature: DBS digiPortfolio — robo; HKD 1k min; auto-rebalance; ESG option

IG Hong Kong Plan IG Hong Kong

HK$150 /month

  • Provider: IG Hong Kong

Hantec Markets HK Hantec Markets HK

Price on request

  • Trading Fee: Spread-based
  • Account Types: CFD & FX
  • Min Investment: No minimum
  • Key Feature: CFDs & forex trading

Interactive Brokers HK Interactive Brokers HK

Price on request

  • Trading Fee: USD 0.0035/share (min USD 0.35)
  • Account Types: Global stocks, ETFs, options, futures, bonds, FX
  • Min Investment: USD 0
  • Key Feature: IBKR — lowest margin rates; 135+ markets; professional platform

What is Investing in Hong Kong?

Investing means buying assets such as shares, funds, bonds and ETFs in the hope of growth and income. Hong Kong is a major financial centre with a deep stock exchange (HKEX), Stock Connect access to mainland China markets, and a wide choice of brokers from bank platforms to low-cost fintech apps. Investors trade local and overseas equities, ETFs, funds and derivatives, and increasingly hold US and global stocks alongside Hong Kong listings.

How the Hong Kong market works

Brokerage splits between bank-owned platforms and digital brokers. Bank of China (Hong Kong), Hang Seng Bank, DBS Hong Kong and CMB Wing Lung offer trading tied to a bank account; fintech and international brokers FUTU Securities (Moomoo), Tiger Brokers HK, Interactive Brokers HK and IG Hong Kong compete on low commissions, US-market access and slick apps. Stock Connect links HKEX with Shanghai and Shenzhen, and settlement follows exchange rules.

Benefits

Market access — trade Hong Kong, mainland (via Stock Connect) and overseas stocks from one place.

Low-cost brokers — fintech platforms offer thin commissions and even zero-fee promotions.

Wide instruments — shares, ETFs, funds, bonds and derivatives suit different goals.

No local capital-gains tax — Hong Kong does not levy tax on individual investment capital gains.

Fractional and app tools — many fintech brokers offer fractional shares, research and paper trading to help newer investors start small.

How to choose

Match the platform to your needs: bank brokers for integration and trust, fintech brokers for cost and US access. Compare commission and platform fees, the markets and products offered, FX costs on foreign trades, custody and financing charges, and the app quality and research tools. Consider whether the broker is a licensed SFC intermediary and how client assets are safeguarded.

Leading providers in Hong Kong

FUTU Securities (Moomoo) and Tiger Brokers HK are popular fintech brokers with low fees and strong apps; Interactive Brokers HK suits active and global traders; IG Hong Kong offers CFDs and leveraged products. Bank of China (Hong Kong), Hang Seng Bank, DBS Hong Kong and CMB Wing Lung provide bank-linked trading for those who value integration with their accounts.

What it costs

Commissions vary from near HK$0.03% or flat low fees on fintech brokers up to around HK$150 or more per trade on some bank platforms, plus statutory HKEX fees, stamp duty on Hong Kong stock trades, and FX costs on overseas markets. Fund purchases may carry subscription and management fees. Leveraged and CFD products add financing costs and higher risk.

Protections and regulation

Brokers and investment platforms are licensed and supervised by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), which sets conduct, capital and client-asset segregation rules. The Investor Compensation Fund can pay eligible investors up to a capped amount if a licensed intermediary defaults. Investment products carry risk of loss and are not deposit-protected; always confirm SFC licensing and understand the product before investing.

Common questions

Is there capital-gains tax? — Hong Kong does not tax individual investment capital gains, though stamp duty applies to stock trades.

Are my assets protected? — SFC rules require client-asset segregation, and the Investor Compensation Fund covers eligible losses up to a cap.

Can I buy US stocks? — Yes; many fintech and international brokers offer direct US-market access.

What is Stock Connect? — A scheme linking HKEX with Shanghai and Shenzhen so you can trade eligible mainland A-shares from Hong Kong.

Is my capital at risk? — Yes; investments can fall in value and are not deposit-protected, though client assets are segregated under SFC rules.

Investing & Brokerage in Hong Kong — FAQ

How do I start investing in Hong Kong?

Giraffy tracks 20 investing platforms across 15 providers in Hong Kong. Most platforms let you open an account online in minutes. Consider your risk tolerance, investment horizon, and whether you want self-directed or managed portfolios before choosing a platform.

What are platform fees and why do they matter?

Platform fees are what you pay to hold investments — typically an annual percentage of your portfolio (0.15–0.45%) or a flat monthly fee. On a £50,000 portfolio, a 0.1% difference in platform fee is £50/year — small annually but significant compounded over decades. Compare total cost: platform fee plus fund charges (OCF/TER).

What is the difference between ETFs, index funds, and individual stocks?

ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) and index funds both hold a basket of securities tracking a market index — they provide instant diversification at low cost. Individual stocks are single-company shares with higher risk and potential return. Most long-term investors start with low-cost index funds or ETFs before branching into individual stock picking.

Is my money protected if my investing platform fails?

Investor protection varies by market. In the UK, the FSCS covers up to £85,000 in eligible investments per firm. In the US, SIPC covers up to $500,000. In Hong Kong, check whether your platform is HKMA-regulated — this determines what protection applies.

What is a minimum investment amount on investing platforms?

Many platforms in Hong Kong now offer fractional shares and funds with minimums as low as £1 or equivalent. Traditional brokers may require a minimum opening deposit of £500–£5,000. Compare minimums on each deal card if you're starting with a small amount.

What taxes apply to investment returns?

Investment returns may be subject to capital gains tax (on profits when you sell) and income tax (on dividends). Rules differ significantly between markets — in Hong Kong, check the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)'s guidance or consult a tax adviser. Using tax-efficient wrappers (ISA in the UK, TFSA in Canada, etc.) where available can significantly reduce your tax bill.

What is the difference between active and passive investing?

Passive investing tracks a market index (e.g. S&P 500, FTSE All-World) via index funds or ETFs — low cost, broad diversification, and typically outperforms most active funds over 10+ years. Active investing involves fund managers (or you) selecting individual securities trying to beat the market — higher cost, higher risk, mixed results.