Biography
Li Hua, also known as Leaf, is the Chairman and CEO of Futu Holdings, a prominent online financial services company based in China. His career began at Tencent, where he held senior management positions for seven years before founding Futu in 2007. Li Hua's leadership has been instrumental in Futu's expansion, particularly its international growth in markets such as Singapore, the U.S., and Malaysia. His net worth is primarily derived from his stake in Futu Holdings, a Nasdaq-listed company. As of late 2025, the company was facing scrutiny from Chinese authorities, leading to restrictions on new user sign-ups in mainland China, which has not slowed the company's expansion. Li Hua's achievements include developing popular investment apps, expanding the company internationally, and navigating regulatory challenges to maintain and grow Futu's market presence.