1. Capital strength: Brokers need to have certain capital strength to meet the minimum capital requirements set by the regulatory authorities for futures business.
2. Registration and license certificate: Brokers need to complete registration and apply for relevant business licenses, futures business licenses or related certificates according to local laws and regulations and the requirements of relevant regulatory agencies.
3. Professionals: Securities companies need to be equipped with professional futures practitioners to start futures business, including those who hold futures qualification certificates or related qualification certificates.