Declawed in China, UP Fintech faces challenges in global marketplace
The Tiger Brokers operator has been forced to leave its original home market, but numbers show its global expansion isn't strong enough yet to carry the business Key Takeaways: Legacy…
Why regulating capital and serving burgers are both getting tougher in China
China's move to push out cross-border stock brokers underscores the state's desire to control capital allocation and benefit state-owned enterprises; Wendy's ambitious plan to open 1,000 stores in China faces steep hurdles due to fierce competition and an increasing consumer preference for domestic brands
For Futu and UP Fintech, regulatory bombshell may finally clear global path forward
Hefty penalties from China's securities regulator for operating without necessary licenses remove a long-running overhang for the online brokerages Key Takeaways: Futu and UP Fintech have been fined a combined…
Futu delivers more blockbuster results as pivot from China pays off
The online brokerage gained significant traction in its new markets in the fourth quarter, just three years after hitting a regulatory brick wall in its original home China market Key…
Is Futu’s bull run nearing an end?
The brokerage’s stock has more than doubled since the start of the year, as it records strong revenue and profit growth fueled by heavy trading volumes Key Takeaways: Futu reported…
Soaring stock brokers, and rising tobacco
Online brokers Futu and UP Fintech have recorded banner results, with revenue up by 75% or more for both in the fourth quarter. What's driving the growth, and is it sustainable? And the international arm of China's tobacco monopoly reported 10% revenue growth last year, even as the number of Chinese smokers fell. What's driving the increase?
Futu layoffs signal new phase of consolidation after rapid expansion
The company reportedly laid off about 200 people at its main base in Shenzhen, as it prepares to be ‘relatively disciplined’ in 2025 Key Takeaways: Futu has laid off about…
