Cboe Conducts First European Retail Investor Survey; Indicates Strong Demand for European Equity Options and Trusted Financial Education

Core Insights - The survey indicates a strong interest among European retail investors in exchange-traded equity options for risk management and highlights a significant demand for educational resources in this area [2][3][4] Group 1: Survey Findings - 62% of current derivatives users expressed interest in trading options contracts with stocks as the underlying asset [4] - 54% of derivatives prospects are interested in trading options, but 66% indicated a need for more basic financial education before proceeding [5] - The survey included 5,058 retail traders from France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United Kingdom [9] Group 2: Educational Initiatives - The Options Institute plans to expand its educational offerings in Europe starting in early 2025, aiming to provide a comprehensive suite of resources for retail investors [2][8] - 61% of derivatives prospects are most interested in learning about options trading strategies, followed by risk and portfolio management (53%) and options basics (45%) [5] - The Options Institute has over 35 years of experience in providing investor education in the US and aims to replicate this success in Europe [8] Group 3: Market Context - Cboe Global Markets is working to lower barriers to entry for retail investors in European derivatives markets, with a focus on creating a more efficient and accessible trading environment [7][6] - The survey results suggest that exchange-traded equity options could play a crucial role in increasing retail participation in European capital markets [3][7]