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Our belief is this:
When your money is happy, you are happy too.
At Chocolate Finance, we believe:

When your money is happy, you are happy too.

Founded in Singapore, our journey began in 2014 when our visionary founder, Walter de Oude, set out to revolutionize life insurance. With the launch of Singlife, the first licensed life insurance company in nearly 50 years, Walter transformed the industry. Now, he’s taking it a step further by simplifying savings for everyone.
Empowering your financial freedom
We understand that people deserve a better place for their cash, one that empowers them rather than holds them back. That’s why we created Chocolate—a platform designed to make your spare cash work harder for you. With returns that outshine traditional fixed deposits, we’re putting financial power back into the hands of the people.
From Singapore to Hong Kong
As we expand our reach to Hong Kong, we remain dedicated to empowering more individuals with smart financial management. Together, we can reshape how people view and manage their money, creating a community where everyone has the chance to thrive. Let’s make financial happiness a reality.
A photo of a man with a t-shirt with Chocolate Finance's logo and smiling due to his savings being simplified.
Why Chocolate Finance

Our impact speaks for itself

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Returns
HK$137 million+
In just one year, our Chocolate family has enjoyed over HK$137 million in returns.
Global users
100,000+
A thriving community of over 50,000 users worldwide who trust us to manage their savings.
App download
135,000+
Our app has been downloaded over 135,000 times, bringing convenience and joy to our users.
5-Star reviews
1,000+
With 1,000+ five-star reviews, our users love us. Discover your financial happiness today!
Who we are

Meet
the team

At Chocolate Finance, we have brought together a team of experts who have a passion for changing the finance industry. We believe there’s a better way. For you and, as consumers, for ourselves.

We have people who make technology work for you. People who make your experience with Chocolate simple, frictionless and joyful. People who know where to invest your money to help you get the happy returns. We are people who care about making your life richer.

Chocolate's investors include well-known names like Peak XV (previously Sequoia), Prosus, partners of DST Global, Chocolate Ventures and other leading investors.

We’re one team with one dream. All working for you.
Walter de Oude - Founder and CEO for Chocolate Finance
Walter de Oude
Founder
A qualified actuary with over 25 years of experience in retail insurance, banking and asset management.
Tim Jones
Chief Executive Officer
Tim's a fintech expert with 15+ years in financial services and strategy consulting! Driving innovation and growth with his leadership.
Benjamin Tan - Chief Investment Officer for Chocolate Finance
Benjamin Tan
Chief Investment Officer
Benjamin's got 20+ years rocking portfolio management, wealth setups, and capital market smarts!
Thomas Chia - Chief Technology Officer for Chocolate Finance
Thomas Chia
Chief Technology Officer
A decade of hands-on experience in technology and finance, ranging from early-stage startups to corporate enterprise.
Anushka Yadav - Chief Creative Officer for Chocolate Finance
Anushka Yadav
Chief Creative Officer
With a passion for all things creative, she's driven excellence for 12 years, shaping brands and user experiences across diverse business landscapes.
Anto Lawrence - Chief Product Officer for Chocolate Finance
Anto Lawrence
Chief Product Officer
Over 15 years of Product Management experience, skilled in launching digital products across diverse markets.
Artur Luhaäär - Operations & finance for Chocolate Finance
Artur Luhaäär
Operations & finance
Artur has cofounded two fintech startups, developed teams, products, crafted operations and successfully raised millions in funding.
Amelia Tan - Head of Compliance for Chocolate Finance
Amelia Tan
Head of Compliance
More than 15 years of investment and regulatory compliance experience in the financial industry.

Why the name Chocolate Finance?

Well why not? 😛 We’re building a happy place for your money so we thought of naming it something that evokes happiness too!
  • Everyone loves Chocolate.
  • Chocolate makes you happy.
  • We want you to be happy about your money.
Our vision

Redefine the meaning of wealth and help people make their lives richer.

We are a company that aims to create financial happiness for everyone, by creating simple and frictionless products that put a smile on your face when you think about finances.

You asked, we answered

What is Chocolate Finance?

Chocolate Finance is a new place for your spare cash!  🌟 Enjoy 4.3% p.a. return on your first HK$100k, 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k and up to 4% p.a. on any amount thereafter.

We are not a bank or a fixed deposit – we don’t require you to lock in your money for long periods, jump through hoops, or deal with confusing tiered rates.

- Daily returns: See your returns every single day.
- No lock-ins, withdraw anytime.
- No complex criteria or hoops to jump through.
- What's more, we take no fees and make no money until we deliver your returns.

The best part? Returns on your first HK$300k are supported by the Chocolate Top-Up Programme, which means if we don't meet the returns we’re working towards during the Qualifying Period, we'll top up the difference. Smiling yet? 😊

Start making life richer today!

What rate is Chocolate Finance offering?

Chocolate Finance offers a return of 4.3% p.a. on your first HK$100k, 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k, and up to 4% p.a. on any amount thereafter. Daily returns. No lock-ins. No complex criteria or hoops to jump through.

See your returns daily in the app. Chocolate takes no fee and only makes money once we deliver the return. This means, if we don't make the returns for your first HK$300k, the difference will be topped up during the Qualifying Period 🥳. Does it get any better than that? Learn more about the Top-Up Programme here.

Chocolate reserves the right to change the return from time to time in line with market conditions.

Note: Chocolate Finance is not a bank and doesn't 'offer interest'. Instead, your money earns a 'return' based on the performance of the Chocolate Managed Account portfolio designed to deliver the return.

How does Chocolate Finance generate these great returns?

Your money is invested into a portfolio of funds carefully selected to optimise risk-adjusted returns based on factors like duration, yield to maturity, credit quality and currency. This allows the portfolio to deliver a return of 4.3% p.a. for the first HK$100k, 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k and up to 4% p.a. any amount thereafter. We take no fee and make no money until we deliver your returns. What's more, if the portfolio doesn't make 4.3% p.a. for your first HK$100k and 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k, the difference will be topped up so you enjoy the stated return during the Qualifying Period. Does it get any better than that?

What is the Chocolate Top-Up Programme and its Qualifying Period?

The Top-Up Programme is a promotional incentive. It's been put in place to support the returns on your first HK$300k (currently 4.3% p.a. on your first HK$100k and 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k) during the Qualifying Period. This means, if for some reason, the portfolio underperforms, the difference will be topped up so you enjoy the current rate.

The Qualifying Period runs from now until 30th June 2026, or until the assets under management for the Chocolate Managed Account reach HK$1 billion—whichever comes first. Chocolate may, at its discretion, choose to extend or remove the Top-Up Programme.

Chocolate reserves the right to make changes to the Qualifying Period or adjust its rates at any time without prior notice. The Top-Up Programme will apply to the revised rate as long as it's within the Qualifying Period. For more details, please refer to the liquidity and top-up terms and conditions.

Risk disclosure 🤓: This programme does not guarantee capital or returns. Chocolate reserves the right to pause or stop the programme at any time due to market disruptions, over-utilisation, excessive withdrawals, exchange restrictions, or other force majeure events.

How long do withdrawals take to reach my account?

Chocolate is designed to be smooth, simple and safe. You can request a withdrawal anytime in your app.

At Chocolate, your money is invested in a portfolio of fixed-income funds to optimise returns. When you request a withdrawal, it typically takes up to 3 business days to process the withdrawal of invested funds – that’s how long it takes to sell your investments and transfer the money back to you.

In some instances – like if you’ve recently added money, converted to/from USD, or made multiple transactions — your withdrawal might take a little longer to reach your account. That’s because those transactions may not have fully processed by our daily 1pm cut-off. In such cases, it can take up to 7 business days.

How do I open a Chocolate Finance account?

Easily! You can open a Chocolate Finance account in minutes.

- Step 1: Download the Chocolate Finance app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Step 2: Sign up and verify your identity.
- Step 3: Once verified, add money to your account using and start!

And voila! See your returns daily in the app.

Is Chocolate Finance Legitimate?

Yes, Chocolate Finance is absolutely legitimate! Chocolate Finance is a brand of Chocolate Finance HK Ltd, which is licensed (CE No. BSF252) under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap 571) to carry on business in Type 1 (Dealing in Securities), Type 4 (Advising on Securities) and Type 9 (Asset Management) regulated activities.

How secure is Chocolate Finance?

Security is our top priority. Here's how we keep your account, money, and data secure:

  • Your money is safeguarded with SFC licensed institutions.
  • We implement two-factor authentication (2FA) and a pin for high value transactions and withdrawals, adding an extra layer of protection to your account.
  • We provide real-time alerts to keep you informed of any account activity.
  • Our transaction monitoring system keeps a close eye on all transactions, flagging any suspicious activity, and ensuring your peace of mind.
  • We regularly scan for vulnerabilities and hire independent auditors to conduct internal and external security tests.

Rest assured, Chocolate Finance is operated by Chocolate Finance HK Ltd, licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (CE No. BSF252).

As there are no fees, how does Chocolate Finance make money?

There are no monthly charges or subscriptions for using Chocolate Finance. We invests your savings in a portfolio of fixed-income funds and no fees are charged until you achieve the stated returns. We only make money once you’ve made money. So naturally, it’s our number one priority to deliver on your returns.

Only once the return has been achieved and the fund outperforms the returns, we will take a fee of between 0-2%, depending on how much the portfolio outperforms (we've got to make our money somewhere 🤑). We will never take any money from your 4.3% p.a. returns on your first HK$100k or amounts thereafter for performance below 4% p.a.

What is the balancing item on my live account statement?

The balancing item helps show how we account for market movement so you can have a clear understanding of what's happening with your money. It displays the difference between your account balance and the assets backing your money. Since asset values go up and down, we balance this fluctuation for you so that you get the 4.3% p.a. return on your first HK$100k and 4% p.a. return on your next HK$200k. There are 2 kinds of balancing items reflected in your live account statement:
1. The Top-Up Programme – If your returns are lower than 4.3% p.a on your first HK$100k and 4% p.a. on your next HK$200k – the difference is topped up during the Qualifying Period. This difference is reflected as a positive balancing item.
2. An outperformance fee - We make our money when the fund outperforms the stated returns (we've got to make money somewhere :money_mouth_face:). If your returns are higher than 4.3% p.a on your first HK$100k or 4% p.a. on amounts above HK$100k, we take the excess as an outperformance fee (between 0-2%, depending on how much the portfolio outperforms). This is reflected as a negative balancing item. Rest assured, we only make money after you have made your returns.
In some circumstances, you may see a combination of both kinds of balancing items. For example, If you have a balance over HK$300k and the portfolio is delivering 4.1% p.a. your balancing item would contain both a:
0.2% top-up for the returns on your first HK$100k, taking you to the 4.3% p.a.
and a 0.1% outperformance fee for the balance above HK$300k, giving you the 4% p.a.

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