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Interactive Brokers Launches Eurex/KRX Link with Extended Trading Hours for Korean KOSPI 200 Derivatives
Slice of Finance Team
12 Jul
Key Highlights:
Launch of Eurex/KRX Link with extended trading hours.
Access to Korean KOSPI 200 derivatives during US and European market hours.
Range of products: KOSPI 200 Options, Mini-KOSPI 200 Futures, KOSPI 200 Futures, USD/KRW currency futures.
Enhanced global investment opportunities for Interactive Brokers clients.
Source (Business Wire)
Notable Quote:
“Providing access to the Eurex/KRX link exemplifies Interactive Brokers’ dedication to offering our clients an extensive range of global investment and trading opportunities. Clients can now take advantage of extended hours to trade in one of the world's most liquid derivatives markets. Our global client base, including APAC, European and American clients, benefit by having access to KOSPI derivatives during normal and extended trading hours, regardless of location.”
Our Take:
The launch of the Eurex/KRX Link with extended trading hours by Interactive Brokers is a significant move that underscores the firm's commitment to expanding global trading opportunities for its clients. This development is particularly timely given recent regulatory changes in South Korea that have made it easier for foreign investors to engage with Korean equities. By enabling trading during US and European market hours, Interactive Brokers not only broadens access but also enhances the flexibility and efficiency of trading strategies for investors worldwide. This initiative is poised to attract a growing number of international investors, bolstering South Korea's market appeal and supporting its transition from an emerging to a developed market. Interactive Brokers continues to solidify its position as a leader in providing comprehensive, technology-driven trading solutions.