Marex Expands Global Access to China Futures Market

Marex, a global commodity derivatives broker, has obtained regulatory clearance to offer direct access to China's commodity futures for its international clients. The firm now provides trading and clearing in 24 contracts across three Chinese exchanges, covering metals, energy, agriculture, and freight. Marex expects strong demand from corporates and funds with exposure to Chinese supply chains, citing China's growing role as the world's busiest futures market. The move complements Marex's existing strength in LME metals, ICE energy, and CME agricultural products.

Global commodity derivatives broker Marex has obtained regulatory clearance to offer direct access to China's commodity futures for its international clients. This move expands Marex's presence in the Asia-Pacific derivatives market and aligns with its broader strategy to connect global clients with Asian markets.

Marex Group, with approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), can now facilitate trading and clearing of 24 futures and options products listed on the Shanghai International Energy Exchange (INE), the Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE), and the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE). These contracts cover a range of commodities, including energy, metals, agriculture, and freight.

Arthur Fan, Chief Executive Officer of Marex Asia Pacific, stated, "We continue to look for new ways to connect our global clients to Asian markets, providing them with new options to manage their risk. This access is further evidence of our commitment to invest both in Asia and in our product offering, even during uncertain times in global markets."

The new offering responds to growing demand from corporates and exporters seeking to manage long-term risk exposure and improve price discovery in Chinese domestic commodities. This comes shortly after Marex opened a new office in Hong Kong, furthering its expansion in the region.

Marex's move follows the significant growth of China's derivatives market. According to the Futures Industry Association, Chinese commodity exchange-traded derivatives accounted for more than half of all global commodity contracts traded in the first five months of 2025 [1]. This growth underscores China's increasing role as a global leader in futures trading.

The expansion into Chinese futures complements Marex's existing strengths in the London Metal Exchange (LME) metals, ICE energy, and CME agricultural products. This strategic move aims to broaden both geographic reach and client services, supporting Marex's overall Asia strategy.

Last month, Marex announced plans to acquire Winterflood Securities from Close Brothers Group plc in a deal worth about £103.9 million in cash, including a £15 million premium. Pending regulatory approval, this acquisition is expected to close early next year. Winterflood is a key player in the UK equities market, serving over 400 institutional clients and leveraging proprietary technology to deliver efficient execution and market-making services [2].

References:
[1] https://www.financemagnates.com/institutional-forex/marex-adds-chinese-futures-trading-to-services-for-global-clients/
[2] https://www.financemagnates.com/institutional-forex/marex-adds-chinese-futures-trading-to-services-for-global-clients/