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Head & Shoulders

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Hong Kong
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Since 1999
Last Updated:
53/100
Overall Score

Trading Conditions

Min Deposit:
HKD50
Max Leverage:
N/A
Account Types
Cash (invest)RegularCorporate+1 more

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Funding Methods

No funding methods available

Performance Metrics

Excellent Performance
Performance chart: 1: Regulation 49%, 2: License 80%, 3: Software 0%, 4: Spread 0%, 5: Account Type 27%, 6: Symbol 0%
Regulation
49%Poor
License
80%Excellent
Software
0%Poor
Spread
0%Poor
Account Type
27%Poor
Symbol
0%Poor

Company Information

Full Name:Head & Shoulders Financial Group
Founded:1999
Headquarters:Hong Kong
Enterprise Offices:N/A

Customer Support

Phone:
+852 3103-8386
Live Chat:
business_hours
Response Time:
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Languages:
EnglishChinese (Simplified)+1
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Broker Summary

What Wikilix has recorded about Head & Shoulders: its history, the licences it holds, its trading conditions and its fees.

Financial Services Overview for Head & Shoulders Financial Group (Hong Kong): "Welcome to Head and Shoulders Financial Group, one of the top financial service providers primarily focused on serving corporations with high-net-worth individuals".

With more than 21 years of experience, the financial group's "integrated approach" allows sophisticated investors and corporate clients to access all of the group's services from a single provider.

The Head & Shoulders Financial Group continues to maintain relevance within the financial service industry by developing customized solutions based on deep market knowledge, and has a clear commitment to professionalism and the long-term success of its clients.

A Brief History of Head & Shoulders Financial Group

The Head & Shoulders Financial Group has an extensive and impressive history of providing exceptional financial service for a period of over 20 years, and as such, the majority of the group's businesses that are currently operating were established or incorporated in Hong Kong in the late 1990s and early to mid-2010s:

Head & Shoulders Securities was founded on the December 15, 1999, and has held licenses to conduct Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) and Type 4 (Advising on Securities) activities under Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO).

Head & Shoulders Asset Management was founded on Harry K. by Harry K. and was granted a license to conduct Type 9 (Asset Management) on January 19, 2012.

Cosco Tower, located in the Hong Kong financial district, is the base for this company. Though some information sources reference the year 1970, the official company records for Head & Shoulders Financial Group do not record a year of incorporation until late 1990 and, thereafter, the 2000s.Overview: Key Services

Head & Shoulders Financial Group provides a full suite of financial services to the ultra-high net worth clientele that they serve in Hong Kong, including:

Securities Trading (Brokerage and Margin Financing) – Brokering and financing equity trades on the Hong Kong stock market.

Equity Capital Market Support (ECM) – Providing advice to companies wishing to go public, and assisting companies to raise capital through equity finance.

Fund and Wealth Management – Providing Professional Management and Investment Advice for Ultra-High Net Worth Individuals and Institutions.

Futures and Options – The Company has expanded its investment offerings through the introduction of Futures and Options trading.

Head & Shoulders Financial Group follows all regulatory guidelines established by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Ordinance. Below is a complete list of their licenses which represent their regulatory compliance:

Entity Name | Regulated Activity Type | License Status | Regulator

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Head & Shoulders Securities Limited | Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) & Type 4 (Advising on Securities) | Active | HK Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)

Head & Shoulders Asset Management Limited | Type 9 (Asset Management) | Active | HKSFC

The licenses demonstrate that Head & Shoulders Financial Group is a legitimate entity and has complied with all required regulations.

Head & Shoulders Financial Group's Trading Conditions and Technology Platform

Publicly available information on Head & Shoulders Financial Group's trading conditions, such as spreads, leverage, minimum deposits, commissions and fees has not been made available. The Company is focused primarily on the provision of brokerage and margin financing services, therefore no platform or proprietary trading tools are provided in the public-facing materials of the Company.

Trading Conditions for Head & Shoulders Financial Group

Trading Condition | Description

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Spreads | Limited Information Available

Leverage | Not Specified

Minimum Deposit | Not Publicly Disclosed

Commissions & Fees | Not Listed

Trading Platforms | No Description of Trading Platforms Available

Head & Shoulders Financial Group Fee Structure

The Company's Fee Structure has not been made publicly available. Interested clients should contact Head & Shoulders Financial Group to inquire.

Fee Type | Description

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Deposit Fees | Limited Information Available

Withdrawal Fees | Not Specified

Commission | Not Publicly Disclosed

Inactivity Fees | No Mention of Inactivity Fees

User Experience & Market Reputation

There are very few resources available regarding user experience. However, external sources note that most brokerages are under significant regulatory pressure with slim profit margins, and as a result, smaller companies like Head & Shoulders Financial Group have a difficult time surviving. Head & Shoulders Financial Group has demonstrated experience as evidenced by their ranking of 8th among IPO Advisors in Hong Kong in 2018, indicating that they have the ability to support clients through the Equity Capital Markets.

Recent Developments in Hong Kong Brokerage Sector

The Hong Kong Brokerage Sector is continuing to see a decline in trading volume, decreased IPO activity and increased regulatory scrutiny.

37 brokerages closed up shop during the past year showing just how tough of an environment there is to survive in.

After government stimulus, the Cash Trading sector saw a 26% increase in trading volume, thus providing some temporary support to the market.

As of 2020, the Company had substantially long positions with respect to at least one entity trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange; this indicates that they are actively managing their portfolio.

As of today (November 2020), no public announcement of any new initiatives has been announced for Head & Shoulders Financial Group's operations in 2024 through 2025.

Conclusion

Head & Shoulders Financial Group is an established leader in Financial Services in Hong Kong. They provide a comprehensive mix of services to their clients from Securities Trading to Asset Management. With over 21 years of operation, they are fully compliant with HK regulatory requirements and are primarily focused on providing services to Corporations and Ultra-High Net Worth Individuals.

Although there is very little publicly available information on the trading conditions, fee structure and trading platform technology of Head & Shoulders Financial Group, their integrated service model and extensive experience in the market create a strong likelihood that they would make an excellent partner for any investor seeking tailored financial solutions in Hong Kong. Prospective clients are highly encouraged to contact Head & Shoulders Financial Group directly to discuss their offerings in depth.

Regulation check

Regulatory Licenses

Head & Shoulders is listed with a tier-1 or tier-2 licence that we have not yet checked against the regulator's register. An unchecked licence is not a finding either way.

0 of 1 checked
Licences on record
1
Confirmed on register
0
Tier 1 or 2
1
Offshore
0

WIKILIX

Licence intelligence

The only licence on file

Licence Verification Record

Securities and Futures Commission AFS455

Recorded from the firm's own disclosure. Not yet checked against the register.

Jurisdiction
Hong Kong
Authority strength
Tier 1
Licence type
Dealing in securities
Not yet checked on the register

Client protection under this licence

  • No compensation schemeNo mandatory insurance (but strict fund segregation)
  • Client money kept separate
  • Negative balance protection
  • Complaints routeSFC Complaints / FDRC
  • Maximum leverage1:13

These are the rules SFC sets for the firms it licenses. They are not a statement about how Head & Shoulders applies them, or about which of its companies would hold your account.

A licence record describes what an authority published. It is not an endorsement, and Wikilix does not issue authorisations.

Trading accounts
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Account Types

4 account types on record. Leverage up to 1:1.

4 account types
AccountMin DepositLeverageCommission
Cash (invest)InvestNot recorded1:1Minimum commission HK$50
RegularStandardNot recorded1:1Minimum commission HK$50
CorporateNot recorded1:1Minimum commission HK$50
CorporateNot recorded1:1Minimum commission HK$50
Account names and conditions as published by Head & Shoulders, recorded by Wikilix.
Websites

Global Domains

One domain on record. All active and served over HTTPS.

1 domain
  • hnsfg.com/en/index.phpMain siteActiveHTTPS
Domains recorded by Wikilix. Only a domain listed here is known to belong to this broker.
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Head & Shoulders

Most Popular Questions
Yes, Head & Shoulders Financial Group prohibits clients from the USA, North Korea, Iran, and other sanctioned countries. The broker primarily serves clients in Hong Kong, the Asia-Pacific region, and some global clients.
According to WIKILIX data, Head & Shoulders offers trading in forex, stocks, derivatives, securities, and futures. Specific details about available trading platforms or leverage are not specified in the provided context.
Head & Shoulders provides customer support via phone, live chat during business hours, and email. Support is available in English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese, with a physical office located in Central, Hong Kong.
The minimum deposit amount to open an account with Head & Shoulders Financial Group is 50 HKD. There is no detailed information about fees or commissions in the provided context.
Head & Shoulders Financial Group is regulated by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong. The SFC is a tier 1 regulator with high transparency and strict fund segregation, though there is no mandatory client fund insurance. This regulation ensures a high standard of investor protection.
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