Futu partners with global options authority Cboe to explore the hedging logic of 'smart money'

The rapid rotation and evolution of global markets is driving investors to actively adjust strategies in a changing environment to address uncertainty. Facing a complex macroeconomic landscape since early 2026, Hong Kong investors are demonstrating unprecedented professional awareness, viewing options as a 'core tool' for hedging risk. The latest data from Futubull shows that in March this year, the number of people trading options on the platform for the first time grew by 15.3% month-on-month, while total trading volume surged by 25.1%. This not only represents a leap in data but also signifies an important shift toward professionalization among individual investors, further confirming the hedging value of options in volatile markets.

To assist investors in reconstructing a deeper understanding of derivatives and gaining unique insights from industry experts, Futu, in collaboration with the global authoritative options exchange—Cboe Global Markets—successfully hosted an event in Hong Kong on April 25'Navigating Volatility, Seizing Opportunities — Futu Options Summit 2026' . On the day of the summit, industry leaders including Lixia Wang, APAC Director of Derivatives Sales at Cboe, Zhile Tan, Chief Analyst at Futu Securities, Guoying Huang, stock commentator and director of Guoying Asset Management, well-known trader OptionJack, and options expert Bozhong Huang all attended, jointly providing investors with a set of forward-looking practical option strategies.

In the current market environment filled with uncertainty, options are no longer just a trading tool but have become an indispensable layer of risk protection in investment portfolios. Options function like insurance, enabling investors to clearly define their risks and effectively protect their holdings when the market experiences sudden fluctuations. Our collaboration with Futu represents a significant step in popularizing advanced risk management strategies, aiming to allow a new generation of Asian investors to more easily grasp professional knowledge to address market challenges.

-Lixia Wang, APAC Director of Cboe Derivatives Sales

Professional strategies require ultimate execution. In the specially designed 'Options Product Experience Zone' at the summit, we were no longer mere listeners but could personally experience the decision-making transformation brought by Futu's fintech. In the past, options strategies were complex mathematical models; now, with just a swipe of our fingertips, we can deploy 13 combination strategies effortlessly. The AI assistant acts like an analyst on standby, helping us turn market movements into deep insights within milliseconds. This change narrows the gap between us and professional institutions, allowing our decisions to be more precise and faster when facing market volatility.

Meanwhile, at The Times Center in New York's Times Square, moomoo, Futu’s overseas independent brand, hosted a simultaneous event centered around options. Experts at the venue emphasized that the true challenge of options trading often lies not in the strategy itself but in investment psychology and behavior. Discussions on 0DTE options returned to the essence of the trading process, highlighting their rigor as hedging tools. With the rise of retail quantification trends, the debut of moomoo API Skills and live demonstrations of real-time Greeks and volatility analysis tools showcased the democratization of institutional-grade tools, empowering global investors on their advanced journey by bridging psychological and technical gaps.

Whether in Hong Kong or New York, this series of options events marks a significant milestone for Futu in promoting the democratization of options trading and represents a deeper commitment to our mission of 'Making investing simpler and less lonely.' In the future, Futu will continue to collaborate with authoritative partners like Cboe, constantly expanding the boundaries of tools and the breadth of education. On this advanced path, investing is no longer a solitary adventure but a shared journey of resource pooling, mutual growth, and a march toward success.

Options contracts are derivative products and are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully assess whether you are suited to participate in such trading based on your own investment experience, investment objectives, financial resources, and other relevant conditions.

The risk of loss in trading options contracts can be substantial. In certain situations, the losses you incur may exceed the initial margin amount deposited. Even if you set contingency instructions, such as 'stop-loss' or 'limit' orders, these may not necessarily prevent losses. Market conditions may make it impossible to execute such instructions. You may be required to deposit additional margin within a short period. If you fail to provide the required amount within the specified time, your open positions may be liquidated. However, you will still be responsible for any shortfall in your account resulting from such liquidation. Therefore, before trading, you should thoroughly research and understand index options and carefully consider whether such trading suits you based on your financial situation and investment goals. If you trade options, you should familiarize yourself with the procedures related to exercising options and the rights and responsibilities upon expiration.

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