As a broker offering global clearing services, safe custody, trade execution and around-the-clock assistance, it is very easy to lose sight of the old-fashioned broker-client relationship. In order to get the best out of this relationship, there needs to be a high degree of trust, transparency and confidence. Here at Global Investment Strategy Hong Kong, we appreciate every client is different, with varied goals and aspirations. So, what makes us stand out from our competitors?
Personal approach
Global investment is now within reach of every client, the ability to buy and sell shares in markets around the world is often taken for granted. While Direct Market Access (DMA) allows our clients to deal direct with markets, this does not mean we can’t have a close working relationship.
We work hard to understand our clients, open lines of communication and create bespoke tailored prime brokerage packages which address their priorities. We don’t see clients as just a number, we see them as individuals, whether a professional trader, hedge fund or family wealth office.
Regulatory protection
While we strive to create a working relationship with our clients, it is important each client is aware of the regulatory structure in which we operate. The Global Investment Strategy Group is:-
• Regulated by the FCA (since 2005)
• A member of the London Stock Exchange (since 2009)
• A participant in the United Kingdom’s Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
We are also a licenced payment service institution and our Global Investment Strategy Hong Kong operations areregulated for Type I activity by the SFC (since 2019). While we ensure clients know our history and what we have to offer, it is also important to reiterate the regulatory protections in place.
Transparency
As a company fulfilling the growing appetite for global investment strategies, we deal with a number of Tier 1 custodians across the globe. Our long-standing relationships ensure that client assets are protected and secure, allowingprompt settlement of overseas trades. We are honest and upfront about these relationships, with clients able to monitor changes and movements via their online accounts.
The greater the level of transparency and information available to clients the greater the mutual trust. This also gives clients an enhanced understanding of what happens behind-the-scenes between trade execution and settlement.
Ongoing investment
Whether looking at clearing and custody services, online trading or 24/7 access to individual accounts, we appreciate the need for ongoing investment in new technology. This allows us to retain a competitive edge, attract new customers and increase trading volumes.
In this new world of electronic trading, we also fully appreciate the need for cyber security. The Global Investment Strategy Group’s technological infrastructure has been recognised by the United Kingdom Government’s National Cyber Security Centre. Consequently, we have been granted Cyber Essentials accreditation which rubberstamps our ongoing commitment to security.
Trust and transparency
We take nothing for granted. Trust takes many years to build but can be lost in the blink of an eye. Whether looking at international investment, clearing and custody services or maintaining a high degree of transparency, we are always striving to improve. While our record speaks for itself – the constant delivery of best in sector services – we are constantly working behind-the-scenes to maintain our competitive edge.
When it comes down to it, trust and transparency are the key to any relationship, and we never lose sight of that.