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Your Gateway to the Global Markets

We provide diversified global financial services, crafting bespoke products and solutions that span asset classes and markets across the globe.

News and Announcements

Straits Financial LLC Thanksgiving 2025 Holiday Trading Schedule

Insights

Brokerage Services: How They Connect Investors and Markets

Chief Economist Commentary

Economic Slowdown Won’t Change Stock Market's "Slow - Bull" Uptrend

About Us

Meeting your Unique Trading Needs

At Straits Financial Group, we distinguish ourselves by providing bespoke products and services to fulfill the needs of every trader. With a strong presence in Asia and a deep understanding of the global markets, we provide value to our clients by enabling global access with a local perspective.

Straits Financial Group provides a fully-integrated service for our clients to access the financial and commodity derivative markets and we strive to build lasting relationships with our clients.

About Us

Meeting your Unique Trading Needs

At Straits Financial Group, we distinguish ourselves by providing bespoke products and services to fulfill the needs of every trader. With a strong presence in Asia and a deep understanding of the global markets, we provide value to our clients by enabling global access with a local perspective.

Straits Financial Group provides a fully-integrated service for our clients to access the financial and commodity derivative markets and we strive to build lasting relationships with our clients.

Broker of the Year - 2025 FOW Asia Pacific Awards
SGX Sicom Top Rubber Broker - 2024 SGX Commodities
Most Active Commodities Futures Broker - 2024 SGX Commodities
Non-Bank FCM of the Year - 2017 FOW (Futures & Options World)
  • 2025

    • Broker of the Year at FOW Asia Pacific Awards 2025

    • Most Active Commodities Futures Broker (1st Place) 2024 – SGX Commodities

    2024

    • Singapore Business Review (SBR) Management Excellence Awards 2024  - Executive of the Year in Financial Services by Roger Quek, CEO and Managing Director of Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd

    • Top Rubber Broker – SGX SICOM

    2023

    • SGX SICOM Top Rubber Broker

    2022

    • Outstanding Market Contribution Award (Overseas Intermediary) by Shanghai Futures Exchange & Shanghai International Energy Exchange

    2020

    • INE Outstanding Market Contribution Award for Overseas Intermediaries

    2019

    • SGX SICOM Top Rubber Broker 2018

    2018

    • FOW (Futures & Options World ) & Global Investor Asia Capital Markets Awards: Non-Bank FCM of the Year

    • SGX SICOM Top Rubber Broker 2017

    2017

    • FOW (Futures & Options World) & Global Investor Asia Capital Markets Awards: Broker of the Year (Commodities)

    2014

    • 2nd Place for FOW (Futures & Options World) OTC Commodity Broker

    2013

    • SGX Pioneering IDBs for Newly Launched Products (HRC Steel Derivatives) Award

    2012

    • SGX Highest Growth Inter-Dealer Broker Award

    • Ranked 5th Strongest FCM, Strongest FCM Globally

Our Solutions

Beyond the Ordinary

Straits Financial Group proudly serves as an integrated financial service provider, offering differentiated, value-added services to our customers, including financial derivatives trading, collateralized financing solutions, credit support, physical delivery facilitation, warehousing and logistics support.

Access to Global Derivatives Clearing, Trade Execution and Voice Brokerage

Through Straits’ direct clearing memberships or through our corresponding networks, backed by a team of experienced brokers.

Global Presence in Key Financial Markets

We have global presence in Singapore, United States, China, Indonesia, and Dubai to better serve our target markets and clients locally.

Technology Solutions

We offer a wide range of industry-leading trading platforms to meet the needs of different traders.

Risk Management Solutions

We offer a range of risk management tools to provide greater portfolio margin efficiency, supported by our 24-hour risk monitoring and management team.

Integrated Solutions Provider

We offer commodity storage through global warehousing facilities and logistic solutions for cargo movement around the world, with support from our parent company, CWT Pte Limited.

Protecting Clients from Fraud

Stay vigilant against fraudulent schemes and impersonation attempts using the Straits Financial name. Verify all communications come from our official channels, safeguard personal information, and report suspicious activity immediately.

Products and Services

We are More than a Broker

Your trusted gateway to bespoke financial solutions

At Straits Financial Group, we empower your trading journey with innovative products, unparalleled market access and customized services.

Our Products

Beyond Broking

Straits Financial Group offers a broad suite of trading products designed for institutional and professional clients seeking exposure to global markets. These products provide access to derivatives, foreign exchange (FX), physical commodities and digital assets.

Listed Derivatives at Straits Financial

Listed Derivatives

Providing access to major exchanges all over the world across financial, energy, metals, and agricultural markets.

OTC Derivatives at Straits Financial

OTC Derivatives

Our product suite of OTC derivatives serves the diverse needs of our clients, facilitating their access to markets limited to them.

Foreign Exchange at Straits Financial

Foreign Exchange

Straits Financial connects clients to liquidity providers facilitating access to more than 140 currencies. 

Structured Products at Straits Financial

Structured Products

Achieve your specific investment or risk management objectives with our customised OTC structured products. 

Physical Commodities at Straits Financial

Physical Commodities

Transact securely and efficiently in physical commodities and commodity repos through our centrally cleared platform. 

Digital Assets powered by Straits Millennium

Digital Assets
Powered by Straits Milennium

Straits Millennium unlocks the dynamic digital asset market as your secure, regulated partner for trading leading Digital Payment Tokens.

Clients

Fostering lasting client relationships with our innovative solutions

Commercials

As a trusted partner for commercial clients, we place our knowledge, experience, technology, and capital to work, providing robust risk solutions in complex financial markets.

Asset  Managers

With our industry leading platform, we provide global access, unparalleled insight and advanced expertise to help our institutional clients meet their financial goals.

Introducing Brokers

We offer a holistic suite of trading, clearing, and system solutions to our Introducing Brokers. 

Self-Directed Investors

Seize opportunities in the global markets with our institutional grade offerings and trade like a professional.

Partners in Your Growth

Have questions about our products or services? We're here to help.

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A Straits' Perspective

Chief Economist Commentary

Stay informed with our Chief Economist's monthly perspective on critical economic trends and market movements.

LATEST COMMENTARY

Economic Slowdown Won’t Change Stock Market's "Slow - Bull" Uptrend

Hou Zhenhai

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November 19, 2025

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22 minutes

Global growth is losing momentum as the US shutdown tightens liquidity and China faces persistent deflation. Even so, supportive policies, limited investment alternatives, and slower equity issuance continue to create conditions for a steady slow-bull trend in the market.

PDF download available with full article.

Monthly Market Insights

Stay Informed with Expert Market Perspectives

Stay ahead of the markets with Straits Financial Group's Monthly Market Insights.

News and Announcements

Latest Updates from the Group

Stay updated with the latest news and official announcements.

Holiday Trading Schedule

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Straits Financial LLC Thanksgiving 2025 Holiday Trading Schedule

November 5, 2025

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Daylight Saving Time ends November 2024 reminder with clock showing time change for US trading hours

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Daylight Saving Time Ends

October 27, 2025

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1 minute

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NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Straits Financial Group Celebrates F1 Night with “Feel the Power”

October 8, 2025

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2 minutes

Insights

Insights

Step ahead of the markets with curated insights from Straits Financial Group.

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INVESTMENT STRATEGY

Brokerage Services: How They Connect Investors and Markets

November 19, 2025

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7 minutes

Brokerage firms connect investors with markets through trading platforms, research resources, and access to investment products. Their services help streamline market participation and support informed decision making across different asset classes.

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COMMODITIES

Soft vs Hard Commodities: Key Differences Explained

November 17, 2025

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8 minutes

The distinction between soft and hard commodities reflects how they are sourced and traded in global markets. Agricultural goods form the basis of soft commodities, while metals and energy resources define hard commodities. Both influence inflation, production costs, and investor sentiment in unique ways.

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COMMODITIES

Why Hard Commodities Matter to Investors?

November 12, 2025

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6 minutes

The significance of hard commodities lies in their ability to sustain industries, influence economic growth, and stabilize markets. Investing in these assets provides exposure to tangible value and resilience during market fluctuations.

Events and Campaigns

Events and Campaigns

Discover what's new in our latest and upcoming online and offline events.

EVENTS

Cocktails & Light Fare in the Heart of Chicago

18 November 2025 (ended)

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Chicago, US

Straits Financial Luncheon Seminar 2025

EVENTS

Straits Financial Services Luncheon Seminar 2025

29 October 2025 (Ended)

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Mandarin Oriental Singapore

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EVENTS

Straits Financial Group Celebrates F1 Night with “Feel the Power”

5 October 2025 (Ended)

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Raffles Hotel Singapore

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