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Guaranteed Principal Protection at Maturity with Various Currency Linked Combinations
*The above information is only a summary of the product features. Please refer to the "Important Facts Statement" for details. Terms and conditions apply.





Product Features
100% Principal Protection with Higher Potential Returns
Invest 100% or 50% of the potential Interest Amount accrued by the Principal Amount in buying call or put options on an opportunity to earn a higher potential return. If the Forex trend is not what you expected, you could still receive the Principal Amount in full if you hold it till maturity
Flexible Currency Combinations
Choose between 8 currency options. HKD, USD, AUD, NZD, GBP, CAD, EUR or JPY. Choose any 1 as the Investment Currency, and choose any 2 currencies to form a currency pair (excluding the currency pair of USD/ HKD). Exchange to another currency not necessary.
Extensive Investment Choices
Determine your Investment Period. Tenor can range from 1 - 2 weeks to 1, 3, or 6 months. The minimum Principal Amount is HKD$50,000 or its equivalent in another currency. Here to provide flexible choices for your various investment needs.
Multi Trading Channels
Subscribe to our investment products via Internet Banking or by calling the Manned Investment Hotline.
Trading hours: Mondays to Fridays 9:00am to 7:00pm except public holidays
*The above information is only a summary of the product features. Please refer to the "Important Facts Statement" for details. Terms and conditions apply.
Examples
When entering into an Option Linked Investment contract with the Bank, you need to select:
- The Investment Currency, the Principal Amount and the Currency Pair (the Linked Currency and the Counter Currency);
- The option type: a. A call option on the Linked Currency (if you expect that the Linked Currency appreciates against the Counter Currency), or b. A put option on the Linked Currency (if you expect that the Linked Currency depreciates against the Counter Currency);
- The premium for buying the option: all or half of the potential Interest Amount*. Based on the above information, the Strike Price and the Contract Amount of Option (expressed in the Linked Currency) will be agreed between you and the Bank accordingly.
- The Investment Period.
*The Interest Amount means the Interest Amount accrued by the Principal Amount in the Investment Period based on the fixed deposit rate.
AUD is selected as the Investment Currency, with a Principal Amount of AUD $100,000. The potential Interest Amount generated is AUD215.28 (assuming fixed deposit rate 2.50% p.a.), the Interest Amount is then 100% invested to the call option, the net interest is 0. (the net interest would be AUD$107.64 if 50% of the interest is invested to the call option). The call option is expected that NZD (Linked Currency) appreciates against HKD (Counter Currency) after 1 month. On the maturity date, if NZD (Linked Currency) appreciates against HKD (Counter Currency), the customer will receive the Principal Amount (AUD) and the Investment Return in the Counter Currency (HKD). Otherwise the customer will only receive the Principal Amount (AUD).
Terms
Principal Amount
AUD 100,000
Investment Currency
AUD
Linked Currency
NZD/HKD
Investment Period
1 month (31 days)
Strike Price (NZD/HKD)
5.3605
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Contract Amount of Call Option
NZD 32,342
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Scenario 1: The Linked Currency appreciates against the Counter Currency. The call option is exercised and the customer will receive the Principal Amount and Investment Return**
Scenario 2: The Linked Currency depreciates against the Counter Currency. The call option is not exercised, the customer receives the Principal Amount.
^The Spot Price refers to the spot exchange rate quoted by the Bank at 2:00 p.m. on the relevant Maturity Date. #The Strike Price means the exchange rate of the chosen Currency Pair agreed between you and the Bank when you enter into a Currency Linked Investments Contract with the Bank. **Investment Return = Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Spot Price – Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Strike Price
Scenario 1
NZD appreciates against HKD
(e.g. Spot Price = 5.5605)The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,000 + HKD 6,468.4
100% Principal Amount (AUD)
+Investment Return (HKD)
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Investment Return (Paid in Counter Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + HKD (5.5605 x 32,342 - 5.3605 x 32342)
Scenario 2
NZD depreciates against HKD
(e.g. Spot Price = 5.1605)The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,000
100% Principal Amount
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency)
= AUD100,000

AUD is selected as the Investment Currency, with a Principal Amount of AUD $100,000. The potential Interest Amount generated is AUD215.28 (assuming fixed deposit rate 2.50% p.a.), 50% of the interest is then invested to the put option, the net interest is AUD107.64 (the net interest would be 0 if the interest is fully invested to the put option). The put option is expected that NZD (Linked Currency) depreciates against HKD (Counter Currency) after 1 month. . On the maturity date, if the NZD (Linked Currency) depreciates against the HKD (Counter Currency), the customer will receive the Principal Amount and the Net Interest Amount in AUD (Investment Currency) and the Investment Return in HKD (Counter Currency). Otherwise the customer will only receive the Principal Amount (AUD) and the Net Interest Amount.
Terms
Principal Amount
AUD 100,000
Investment Currency
AUD
Linked Currency
NZD/HKD
Investment Period
1 month (31 days)
Strike Price (NZD/HKD)
5.3605
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Contract Amount of Put Option
NZD 16,171
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Scenario 1: The Linked Currency depreciates against the Counter Currency. The put option is exercised and the customer will receive the Principal Amount, Net Interest Amount and Investment Return**
Scenario 2: The Linked Currency appreciates against the Counter Currency. The put option is not exercised, the customer receives the Principal Amount and Net Interest Amount.
^The Spot Price refers to the spot exchange rate quoted by the Bank at 2:00 p.m. on the relevant Maturity Date. #The Strike Price means the exchange rate of the chosen Currency Pair agreed between you and the Bank when you enter into a Currency Linked Investments Contract with the Bank. **Investment Return = Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Strike Price – Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Spot Price
Scenario 1
NZD depreciates against HKD (e.g. Spot Price = 5.1605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,107.64 + HKD 3,234.2
100% Principal Amount plus Interest Rate
+Investment Return
Principal Amount plus Net Interest Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Investment Return (Paid in Counter Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + AUD 107.64+ HKD (5.3605 x 16,171 - 5.1605 x 16,171)
Scenario 2
NZD appreciates against HKD (e.g. Spot Price = 5.5605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,107.64
100% Principal Amount plus Net Interest Amount
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Net Interest Amount (Paid in Investment Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + AUD 107.64

AUD is selected as the Investment Currency, with a Principal Amount of AUD $100,000. The potential Interest Amount generated is AUD215.28 (assuming fixed deposit rate 2.50% p.a.), the Interest Amount is then 100% invested to the call option, the net interest is 0. (the net interest would be AUD$107.64 if 50% of the interest is invested to the call option). The call option is expected that NZD (Linked Currency) appreciates against HKD (Counter Currency) after 1 month. On the maturity date, if NZD (Linked Currency) appreciates against HKD (Counter Currency), the customer will receive the Principal Amount (AUD) and the Investment Return in the Counter Currency (HKD). Otherwise the customer will only receive the Principal Amount (AUD).
Terms
Principal Amount
AUD 100,000
Investment Currency
AUD
Linked Currency
NZD/HKD
Investment Period
1 month (31 days)
Strike Price (NZD/HKD)
5.3605
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Contract Amount of Call Option
NZD 32,342
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Scenario 1: The Linked Currency appreciates against the Counter Currency. The call option is exercised and the customer will receive the Principal Amount and Investment Return**
Scenario 2: The Linked Currency depreciates against the Counter Currency. The call option is not exercised, the customer receives the Principal Amount.
^The Spot Price refers to the spot exchange rate quoted by the Bank at 2:00 p.m. on the relevant Maturity Date. #The Strike Price means the exchange rate of the chosen Currency Pair agreed between you and the Bank when you enter into a Currency Linked Investments Contract with the Bank. **Investment Return = Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Spot Price – Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Strike Price
Scenario 1
NZD appreciates against HKD
(e.g. Spot Price = 5.5605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,000 + HKD 6,468.4
100% Principal Amount (AUD)
Investment Return (HKD)
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Investment Return (Paid in Counter Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + HKD (5.5605 x 32,342 - 5.3605 x 32342)

Scenario 2
NZD depreciates against HKD
(e.g. Spot Price = 5.1605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,000
100% Principal Amount
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency)
= AUD100,000

AUD is selected as the Investment Currency, with a Principal Amount of AUD $100,000. The potential Interest Amount generated is AUD215.28 (assuming fixed deposit rate 2.50% p.a.), 50% of the interest is then invested to the put option, the net interest is AUD107.64 (the net interest would be 0 if the interest is fully invested to the put option). The put option is expected that NZD (Linked Currency) depreciates against HKD (Counter Currency) after 1 month. . On the maturity date, if the NZD (Linked Currency) depreciates against the HKD (Counter Currency), the customer will receive the Principal Amount and the Net Interest Amount in AUD (Investment Currency) and the Investment Return in HKD (Counter Currency). Otherwise the customer will only receive the Principal Amount (AUD) and the Net Interest Amount.
Terms
Principal Amount
AUD 100,000
Investment Currency
AUD
Linked Currency
NZD/HKD
Investment Period
1 month (31 days)
Strike Price (NZD/HKD)
5.3605
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Contract Amount of Put Option
NZD 16,171
Agreed between the customer and the Bank based on the above information
Scenario 1: The Linked Currency depreciates against the Counter Currency. The put option is exercised and the customer will receive the Principal Amount, Net Interest Amount and Investment Return**
Scenario 2: The Linked Currency appreciates against the Counter Currency. The put option is not exercised, the customer receives the Principal Amount and Net Interest Amount.
^The Spot Price refers to the spot exchange rate quoted by the Bank at 2:00 p.m. on the relevant Maturity Date. #The Strike Price means the exchange rate of the chosen Currency Pair agreed between you and the Bank when you enter into a Currency Linked Investments Contract with the Bank. **Investment Return = Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Strike Price – Contract Amount of Option being converted into the Counter Currency at the Spot Price
Scenario 1
NZD depreciates against HKD (e.g. Spot Price = 5.1605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,107.64 + HKD 3,234.2
100% Principal Amount plus Interest Rate
Investment Return
Principal Amount plus Net Interest Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Investment Return (Paid in Counter Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + AUD 107.64+ HKD (5.3605 x 16,171 - 5.1605 x 16,171)

Scenario 2
NZD appreciates against HKD (e.g. Spot Price = 5.5605)
The amount received at maturity:
AUD 100,107.64
100% Principal Amount plus Net Interest Amount
Principal Amount (Paid in Investment Currency) + Net Interest Amount (Paid in Investment Currency)
= AUD 100,000 + AUD 107.64

In extreme cases, assuming that the Bank becomes insolvent or defaults on its obligations under this product, you may get nothing back. The above illustrative example and the scenario analysis are prepared with hypothetical data, and not based on the past performance of the currencies as stated herein. They are for reference only and do not guarantee or represent the final returns of Option Linked Investment. The above hypothetical examples should not be relied on as an indication of the actual performance of the Linked Currency or this product. You should not rely on these examples when making an investment decision.
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- This is a structured product involving derivatives. Do not invest in it unless you fully understand and are willing to assume the risks associated with it. If you are in any doubt about the risks involved in the product, you may clarify with the intermediary or seek independent professional advice. The investment decision is yours but you should not invest in this product unless the intermediary who sells it to you has explained to you that this product is suitable for you having regard to your financial situation, investment experience and investment objectives.
- This product is only principal protected if you hold it till maturity.
- Before making any investment decision, you should take your own independent review on whether the product is suitable for you in light of your own financial situation, investment experience, investment objectives, investment horizon, willingness and ability to bear risks, and whether you understand the nature and risks of the product. If in doubt, you should seek advice from independent financial advisers.
- This promotional material is for reference only. It is not and does not by itself constitute any offer, solicitation or recommendation to buy, sell or provide any investment product or service.
- This is a structured product involving derivatives. Do not invest in it unless you fully understand and are willing to assume the risks associated with it. If you are in any doubt about the risks involved in the product, you may clarify with the intermediary or seek independent professional advice. The investment decision is yours but you should not invest in this product unless the intermediary who sells it to you has explained to you that this product is suitable for you having regard to your financial situation, investment experience and investment objectives.
- This product is only principal protected if you hold it till maturity.
- Before making any investment decision, you should take your own independent review on whether the product is suitable for you in light of your own financial situation, investment experience, investment objectives, investment horizon, willingness and ability to bear risks, and whether you understand the nature and risks of the product. If in doubt, you should seek advice from independent financial advisers.
- This promotional material is for reference only. It is not and does not by itself constitute any offer, solicitation or recommendation to buy, sell or provide any investment product or service.
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Risk Disclosure Statement on Currency Linked Investments – Option Linked Investment ("this product")
- Not a time deposit - This product is NOT equivalent to, nor should it be treated as a substitute for, time deposit. It is NOT a protected deposit and is NOT protected by the Deposit Protection Scheme in Hong Kong.
- Derivatives risk - This product is embedded with a FX option. Transactions involving options involve a high degree of risk. By investing in this product, you agree to use all or half of the potential Interest Amount of the Principal Amount to buy the FX option which may expire without value at maturity.
- Maximum potential loss - This product is principal protected (if hold till maturity). In the worst case scenario, you may lose all of the Interest Amount. The Principal Amount, the Net Interest Amount (if any) and the Investment Return (if any) are also subject to the Credit Risk of the Bank.
- Not the same as buying the Linked Currency - Investing in this product is not the same as buying the Linked Currency directly. You have no rights in the Linked Currency during the Investment Period. Movements in the market price of the Linked Currency may not lead to any corresponding change in the performance of this product.
- Market risk - The return of this product is linked to the exchange rates of the Linked Currency. Movements in exchange rates can be unpredictable, sudden and drastic, and affected by complex political and economic factors. You will be taking the risk of suffering loss due to the fluctuations of the exchange rates.
- Liquidity risk - This product is designed to be held till maturity. Once the transaction for this product is confirmed, no partial or full withdrawal will be allowed before maturity except with our consent.
- Credit risk of the Bank - This product is not backed by any collateral. If you invest in this product, you will be taking the credit risk of Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited.
- Currency risk - If the Investment Currency and/or the Counter Currency of the Investment Return is/are not your home currency, and you choose to convert it back to your home currency upon maturity, you should note that exchange rate fluctuations may have an adverse impact on, and the potential loss may offset (or even exceed), the potential return of the product.