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Notional Precious Metals Trading Services



Invest in precious metals the easy way.

  • The "Notional Precious Metals Passbook Account" provides a flexible way of investing in Hong Kong gold bullion of 0.99 fineness, Hong Kong gold bullion of 0.9999 fineness, London gold bullion, London silver and Zurich platinum.
  • All prices quoted for the sale and purchase of precious metals are based on the prices of precious metals quoted in Hong Kong and international markets, and are quoted in Hong Kong Dollars based on the prevailing foreign exchange rate quoted by the Bank.
  • All sale and purchase transactions will be recorded in a passbook and settled through the Settlement Account. Also, there will not be any physical delivery of precious metals and there is no need to worry about problems associated with delivery or custody.
  • Free of handling charges.
  • Multiple trading channels including our extensive branch network, manned investment trading hotline, Internet Banking and Phone Banking.

We may execute your instructions as agent.

For further information, please visit any of our branches or call our enquiry hotline at (852) 2622 2633.

Important Notice

Risk Disclosure

The following risk disclosure statements cannot disclose all the risks involved. You should undertake your own research and study before you trade or invest. You should carefully consider whether trading or investment is suitable in light of your own financial position and investment objectives. You are advised to seek independent financial and professional advice before you trade or invest. You should seek independent professional advice if you are uncertain of or have not understood any aspect of the following risk disclosure statements or the nature and risks involved in trading or investment.

Risk of notional precious metals passbook account

The market in precious metals is volatile and a loss may be incurred from transacting in precious metals. Precious metals do not bear interest. Your purchase of precious metals for the account does not represent a purchase of physical metals or a deposit of money. You will not have any interest in any precious metals owned or held by us or be entitled to physical delivery of precious metals. Although investment may bring about profit opportunities, each kind of investment tool comes with its own risks. Due to the fluctuating nature of the precious metals markets, the prices of precious metals may rise or fall beyond your expectations and your investment funds may increase or decrease in value as a result of selling and purchasing of precious metals. Before making any investment decision, you should assess your own willingness and ability to bear risks and are advised to seek advice from an independent financial advisor.