Electronic trading major Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR) announced the launch of Eurex/KRX Link with extended trading hours for Korean KOSPI 200 derivatives.
This enhancement aligns trading opportunities across Korean, US and European time zones, providing seamless access to investors during US and European market hours.
Extended trading hours include a variety of products such as KOSPI 200 Options, Mini-KOSPI 200 CME, KOSPI 200 CME and USD/KRW CME. These products are fully exchangeable with corresponding contracts on KRX, enabling robust risk management and efficient investment strategies across various markets.
Milan Galik, CEO of Interactive Brokers, said:
“Providing access to the Eurex/KRX link exemplifies Interactive Brokers’ dedication to offering our clients a broad 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 US clients, benefit from access to KOSPI derivatives during regular and extended trading hours, regardless of location.”
Recent regulatory changes have simplified the process for foreign investment in South Korean stocks, positioning the Eurex/KRX Link to attract more international investors. The extended trading hours accommodate the growing influx of global investors seeking immediate access to South Korean stocks and derivatives. These changes are expected to elevate South Korea’s status from emerging to developed market, making it more attractive to global institutional investors.
Interactive Brokers offers global market access, advanced technology and competitive pricing to benefit both retail and institutional investors. Clients can now trade Korean derivatives alongside global stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, equities and more from a single platform, with the ability to fund accounts and trade in multiple currencies, including the Korean Won.