Leonteq Expands into the Leverage Products Market
Leonteq AG, a Swiss fintech company, has announced its entry into the market for exchange-traded leverage products in Switzerland. This development expands the range of investment products for private investors and creates new trading opportunities.
Background and Strategy
Since 2022, Leonteq has been working on a state-of-the-art, automated platform that provides access to a variety of structured leverage products, including mini-futures and open-end warrants with knockout features. The platform is designed to facilitate smooth market-making for large volumes while maintaining top-notch risk management.
Market Entry and Product Offering
Leonteq has already listed over 2,500 leverage products on the SIX Swiss Exchange, with further listings at BX Swiss planned. This is part of the strategic ambitions to intensify activities for self-directed investors.
Significance for the Market
The introduction of these products offers investors attractive investment opportunities with the potential for higher returns alongside associated risks. This could diversify the competitive landscape for investment products in Switzerland.
Company Profile
Leonteq AG provides a marketplace for structured investment solutions and is present in 13 countries. The company is regulated by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority FINMA.
Outlook
The scalability of the platform supports expansion into additional markets, which could lead to a diversification of the product offering and strengthen market position.