China Crackdown Impact on Futu, Tiger Brokers May Be Milder
China Crackdown Impact on Futu, Tiger Brokers May Be Milder
According to Citi analysts, the impact of China's regulatory crackdown on offshore brokerages Futu and Tiger Brokers is likely to be milder than expected. In a worst-case scenario, Citi estimates a 2026 operating profit hit of 18% for Futu and 36% for Tiger.
Existing Accounts and New Rules
Analysts note that existing offshore accounts held by mainland traders continue to generate commission and interest income. The new rules do not specify whether investors must fully unwind positions in the next two years.
Targeted Regulation
Citi emphasizes that the regulations apply broadly to offshore financial institutions rather than targeting Futu and Tiger specifically, reducing incentives for customer migration. Both companies have shifted their focus toward international paying customers since 2022.
The bank says current valuations largely reflect the expected earnings impact.
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Futu Holdings Limited
The news indicates Futu will be less affected by regulatory pressure than expected, but the impact is not entirely eliminated; current valuations already reflect the expected earnings impact.
UP Fintech Holding Limited
Although the profit impact for Tiger Brokers is estimated higher at 36%, the broad scope of regulations and the company's shift to international customers limit the negative effect.
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