Tiger Brokers (Nasdaq: TIGR), a leading online brokerage firm with a presence in New Zealand, has announced the launch of extended-hours US stock options trading on its flagship Tiger Trade platform across Tiger Brokers' licensed international markets.

Tiger Brokers is extending access to US stock options beyond regular trading hours, enabling investors in New Zealand and other markets to trade options on more than 20 popular US stocks during pre-market (7:30–9:25 a.m. ET, currently 12:30–2:25 a.m. NZ time the following day) and post-close (4:00–4:15 p.m. ET, currently 9:00–9:15 a.m. NZ time the following day) sessions.

The company is among the first brokers globally to offer the capability, the latest step in its push to give investors worldwide professional-grade tools and deeper access to international markets.

Acting on News as It Breaks

Many of the US market's biggest catalysts, from economic data to earnings results, land before the opening bell.

Until now, investors could react to that news in the underlying stock during pre-market trading, but their options positions on the same names stayed locked until 9:30 a.m. ET.

By the time the regular session opened, much of the market's reaction could already be underway. Extended hours close that gap, letting Tiger Trade clients adjust positions, hedge exposure or act on new opportunities as news breaks.

The pre-market Global Trading Hours (GTH) session runs from 7:30 a.m. to 9:25 a.m. ET, giving investors nearly two hours of options trading ahead of the open.

The post-close Curb session, from 4:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. ET, adds a further window to respond to developments released shortly after the close, such as earnings announcements.

Together, the sessions cover options on some of the most actively traded names in the US market, which accounted for a significant proportion of average daily US-listed options volume in 2026 through September, according to Cboe Global Markets.

Exchange-Direct Access

Tiger Trade routes extended-hours options orders directly to US exchanges.

Compared with the over-the-counter market-maker model used by some brokers, connecting to exchange liquidity is designed to support deeper liquidity, more transparent pricing and greater trading flexibility, and may help lower trading costs for investors.

“As demonstrated by the demand for Cboe's proprietary index options outside of regular U.S. trading hours, global investors want the ability to trade and manage U.S. exposure closer to their daytime hours," says Rob Hocking, Global Head of Derivatives at Cboe Global Markets.

"The extended trading hours sessions now give Tiger Brokers clients in eligible jurisdictions access to some of the most actively traded single-stock options.”

At launch, the service covers options on more than 20 popular US stocks, including Apple, NVIDIA, Tesla, Microsoft, Amazon and Meta.

Tiger Brokers plans to keep expanding the range of supported underlyings as it builds out Tiger Trade as a professional options trading platform.

Extended-hours options are available through the existing options tab on each eligible stock's page in Tiger Trade, with real-time US options quotes throughout the sessions.

After updating to the latest version of the app, users select a limit order and choose the "GTH+RTH+Curb" trading-hours setting when placing an options order.

Only limit orders are accepted outside regular trading hours. Clients new to options can practise with Tiger Trade's US$1,000,000 demo account before trading.

Rising Derivatives Activity Across a Global Platform

In the second quarter of 2026, options and futures contracts traded on Tiger Brokers' platform rose to 26.3 million, up 17.3% year-on-year and 9.6% quarter-on-quarter.

Extended-hours access adds to a series of recent upgrades for options traders on Tiger Trade, including multi-dimensional volatility analysis, take-profit and stop-loss orders for multi-leg strategies, and one-click stock-and-options combination trades.

Tiger Brokers also maintained strong momentum in its global business. As of 30 June 2026, total customer accounts reached approximately 2.74 million, while total client assets rose 16.7% year-on-year to US$60.7 billion.

With more than 10 million users worldwide, Tiger Brokers will continue to expand its products and services for global clients, bringing professional-grade tools and deeper market access to investors across markets and time zones.

Wu Tianhua, founder and CEO of Tiger Brokers, says major market developments frequently occur outside regular trading hours.

"Sometimes major events land before the open or after the close," he says.

"Earnings, economic data and global events break around the clock, and investors need to be able to respond right away.

"Pre-market and post-close options trading, combined with direct exchange access, lets our clients act in the names they trade most without waiting for the regular open, so they can adjust positions and manage risk more flexibly.

"We're also pairing this access with education and safeguards, so clients understand how liquidity and pricing can change outside regular hours.

"As one of the first brokers globally to offer this capability, we will continue building professional-grade tools that help investors worldwide navigate markets with greater confidence."

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As businesses look for ways to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions, industrial air-to-water heat pumps are becoming a practical option for low-temperature process and commercial heating.

From food processing and manufacturing to hot water generation, these systems offer opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, choosing the right solution depends on heating requirements, operating temperatures and site conditions.

Find out more about the opportunities and applications of industrial air-to-water heat pumps and how they can support more efficient industrial heating.

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles already feature factory glass with UV protection, but additional car window tinting can improve driving comfort, reduce glare and help manage solar heat during New Zealand's warmer months.

However, choosing the right window tint involves more than simply selecting the darkest shade. Tesla owners should consider New Zealand tinting regulations, film performance and the differences between the Model 3 and Model Y.

Understanding NZ Window Tinting Laws

In New Zealand, window tinting regulations depend on the vehicle classification and the window being tinted.

For standard Class MA passenger vehicles, front and rear side windows, along with the rear windscreen, must maintain at least 35% Visible Light Transmission (VLT) when aftermarket film is applied.

Importantly, the final VLT measurement includes both the factory glass and the installed film. A film advertised as 35% VLT does not automatically make the finished window legal.

Tesla Model 3 vs Model Y: Different Tinting Considerations

The Tesla Model 3 features a large rear glass panel that requires careful planning during installation. Owners should confirm whether their quotation includes full rear-glass coverage and whether any film joins will be visible.

For Tesla Model Y owners, the existing rear privacy glass should be assessed before additional tint is applied. Factory-tinted glass may already be relatively dark, making film selection particularly important.

Is Ceramic Window Tint Worth It?

For Tesla owners prioritising heat reduction, ceramic window tint is worth considering.

Unlike choosing film based purely on darkness, ceramic tint allows drivers to compare heat rejection performance across different shades.

When selecting window film, consider:

VLT: The amount of visible light passing through the glass.

UV rejection: Protection against ultraviolet radiation.

TSER: Total Solar Energy Rejected, an important measurement of overall solar heat performance.

Premium ceramic films can provide improved comfort without requiring excessively dark windows.

Should You Tint Your Tesla's Glass Roof?

Tesla's panoramic glass roof already offers solar protection. Additional roof tinting should therefore be assessed individually.

Before installation, owners should confirm film compatibility, expected heat-reduction benefits and warranty coverage.

Choosing Professional Tesla Window Tinting in Auckland

A professional quotation should clearly identify which windows are included, the film type, its specifications and warranty conditions.

HLWrap, based in East Tāmaki, Auckland, provides automotive window tinting solutions for Tesla Model 3, Model Y and other vehicles.

Whether your priority is improved heat rejection, reduced glare or a cleaner appearance, choosing the correct film and installation approach is essential.

Read the full guide: Tesla Model 3 & Model Y Window Tinting NZ – HLWrap

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Lyrics
They're 5 miles high as the crow flies
Leavin' vapour trails against a blood red sky
Movin' in from the East toward the West
With Balaclava helmets over their heads, yes!
But if you think that Jesus Christ is coming
Honey you've got another thing coming
If he ever finds out who's hi-jacked his name
He'll cut out his heart and turn in his grave
Islam is rising
The Christians mobilising
The world is on its elbows and knees
It's forgotten the message and worships the creeds
It's war, she cried, It's war, she cried, this is war
Drop your possessions, all you simple folk
You will fight them on the beaches in your underclothes
You will thank the good lord for raising the union jack
You'll watch the ships out of harbour
And the bodies come floating back
If the real Jesus Christ were to stand up today
He'd be gunned down cold by the C.I.A.
Oh, the lights that now burn brightest behind stained glass
Will cast the darkest shadows upon the human heart
But God didn't build himself that throne
God doesn't live in Israel or Rome
God belong to the yankee dollar
God doesn't plant the bombs for Hezbollah
God doesn't even go to church
And God won't send us down to Allah to burn
No, God will remind us what we already know
That the human race is about to reap what it's sown
The world is on its elbows and knees
It's forgotten the message and worships the creeds
Armageddon days are here again
 

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Lyrics
Satellite oh, satellite
Who sits upon our skies
How deep do you see
When you spy into our lives?
I know that God lives
In everybody's souls
And the only Devil in your world
Lives in the human heart
So now ask yourself
What is human
And what is truth?
Ask yourself
Whose voice is it
That whispers unto you?
From the cellars of your homes
From the tops of your city roofs
Ask yourself
Whose voice is it
That whispers unto you?
Who is it?
That turns your blood into spirit
And your spirit into blood?
Who is it?
That can reach down from above
And set your souls ablaze with love?
Or fill you with the insanity of violence
And it's brother, lust?
Who is it?
Whose words have been twisted
Beyond recognition
In order to build
Your planet Earth's religions?
Who is it?
Who could make your little armies of the left
And your little armies of the right
Light up your skies tonight
TONIGHT!?
Now, some of you may live
And some of you will die
But remember!
That nothing in your world
Can kill you inside
For He is thinking of you
In your great cities of great solitude
Oh, children
You've still got a lot to fucking learn
The only path to heaven is via hell
Good morning beautiful
Good morning beautiful
Good morning beautiful
Good-bye world
 

Finance:. NZ dollar dropped when the OCR was kept at 2.75 base points. We have one of the lowest Reserve bank rates in the
OECD making our currency unattractive to invest in!! The Brent Crude moved up over the week & is currently at $117.77/barrel.
Wool:  There was no wool sale this last week and prices remain unchanged.
Beef, Sheep & Venison schedules: The meat schedules remain steady to slightly firmer across all categories as the spring growth
kicks in. The international demand for red meat is very strong. .
Dairy Prices WMP & SMP prices are continuing to rise in the Pulse Auction while butter & AMF are easing. It is expected that the
g/DT next week be steady. There are expectations that Fonterra will announce a $10 FGMP before Christmas..
Don’t leave your voting until the last day as something will always go wrong – known as Murphy’s Law!! There are plenty
of polling booths open and waiting for customers. Voting day will be the ultimate in showing the Poll’sters that the public
knew what they were doing. We cannot afford to let the country go back to the left.
Quote: “We don’t have inflation because the people are living too well. We have inflation because the government is
living too well” - Ronald Reagan

Need Help. If at any time you just want to talk & need someone to talk to, just call - Male Support Services (Waikato) 0800-
677-289, or Rural Support Trust 0800-787-245. Crisis TXT – HELP (4357). A shared problem can be a problem solved!!
Jims Rant,
The Reserve Bank this week maintained the Overnight Cash Rate (OCR) at 2.75% being one of the lowest in the OECD
countries. The Australian OCR is 4.6%. The low rate makes our currency unattractive to invest in, thus pushing the
exchange rate, particularly against the Australians down. The NZ dollar was at 81.22 c against the Australian dollar last
Friday and was at 79.71 cents on Thursday but lifted slightly on Friday. This is a massive drop. The NZ dollar has also
fallen against the US dollar dropping from 56.98 cents to 56.24 cents. The effect of these drops will be inflationary and
have long-term effects on the economy. The drop against the Australian dollar since November 2023 is 14% and most of us
can remember when the NZ and Australian dollars were on a par. See the movements below.
2025 2024 2023
US dollar 57.3 cents 59.8 cents 58.9 cents
Australian dollar 87.5 cents 90.8 cents 92.7 cents
Take some time to think of other countries that have seen their currencies fall dramatically against the currencies of their
major trading partners – Venezuela is a great example where socialism wrecked a country and we could be next!!. The
Reserve Bank Governor has correctly reported that most of the NZ inflation is caused by external influences being the price
of oil and energy, just think how good it would be if we had our own oil and gas!!. The low dollar gives our primary
producers a false sense of security as prices in NZ dollar terms become exaggerated inflating the price of milk and meat
exports while on the other hand increasing the cost of imported plant and machinery. I am concerned that farmers might
get used to the weak dollar and spend accordingly. A readjustment back to the high 90 cent’s level against the Australian
dollar and the low 60 cents against the US dollar will first be reflected in the product prices before the imported items ease
and we need to be prepared for a change. There will be no real adjustment until the NZ OCR equals the Australian OCR
making our currency equally as attractive as the Australian dollar in the international money markets. As I said a few
months ago, I look forward to the day when our Currency is back on par with the US dollar and about $1.20 against the
Australian dollar and we are receiving $10/kg milksolids and $10/kg for our lamb and beef carcasses.
A comment on the fuel prices: The fuel prices are a hot topic at the moment and we should all be lobbying the government
to dump the NetZero. Our fuel prices are made up as follows:
Excise Taxes $0.70024 / Litre Not charged on diesel - PAY RUC’s
ACC $0.06000 / Litre
Monitoring Levies $0.00570 / Litre
Local Authority charges $0.00660 / Litre
ETS +/- $0.15000 to $0.20000 / Litre (Emissions Trading Scheme)
GST 15% currently +/- $0.45000 / Litre
Total Taxes $1.96250/ Litre
Fuel companies & Retailers $1.58750 / litre
Cost/ litre $3.55000/ Litre

One of the Waikato's biggest annual events, the Waiikato Diwali Mela 2026 will be held today (Saturday October 31) at Innes Common, Hamilton Lake, from 5pm.

The event celebrates 36 years of Diwali in the Waikato.

It will feature vibrant cultural performances including kapa haka, copious food stalls and a not-to-be-missed fireworks display and entry is free.

There will also be an invitation-only business symposium during the day at Innes Common to connect visiting Indian delegates with New Zealand businesses.

Major sponsors of the Diwali event in 2026 include Lodge Real Estate, JSR, PJ Maccas,  Duncan & Ebbett, the Lawrenson Group, Total Assurance, Tui Medical, Phoenix Deco Hire, Hillcrest Spinal Centre, Green Horn, NZ Business Connect and Bartercard.
 

Please could you stop the noise? I'm trying to get some rest
From all the unborn chicken voices in my head
What's that? (I may be paranoid, but not an android)
What's that? (I may be paranoid, but not an android)
When I am king, you will be first against the wall
With your opinion which is of no consequence at all
What's that? (I may be paranoid, but no android)
What's that? (I may be paranoid, but no android)
La-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la
Ambition makes you look pretty ugly
Kicking, squealing, Gucci, little piggy
La-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la
You don't remember, you don't remember
Why don't you remember my name?
Off with his head, man, off with his head, man
Why don't you remember my name?
I guess he does, ooh-ah
Oh, oh, oh, oh (oh)
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Rain down, rain down (oh, oh, oh, oh)
Come on, rain down on me (oh, oh, oh, oh)
From a great height (oh, oh)
From a great height (oh, oh, oh), height (oh)
Rain down, rain down (oh, oh, oh, oh)
Come on, rain down on me (oh, oh, oh, oh)
From a great height (oh, oh)
From a great height (oh, oh, oh), height (oh)
That's it, sir (rain down)
You're leaving
The crackle of pig skin (rain down)
The dust and the screaming (come on, rain down on me)
The yuppies networking
The panic, the vomit (from a great height)
The panic, the vomit (from a great height)
God loves His children
God loves His children, yeah
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Lyrics
Her green plastic watering can
For a fake Chinese rubber plant
In the fake plastic earth
That she bought from a rubber man
In a town full of rubber plans
To get rid of itself
It wears her out
It wears her out
It wears her out
It wears her out
She lives with a broken man
A cracked polystyrene man
Who just crumbles and burns
He used to do surgery
For girls in the eighties
But gravity always wins
And it wears him out
It wears him out
It wears him out
It wears
She looks like the real thing
She tastes like the real thing
My fake plastic love
But I can't help the feeling
I could blow through the ceiling
If I just turn and run
And it wears me out
It wears me out
It wears me out
It wears me out
And if I could be who you wanted
If I could be who you wanted
All the time
All the time
 

It was a pleasure to bring Waikato business people together at Waikato Innovation Park on Wednesday 28 October for our latest NZ Business Connect sponsored by EMA and Innovation Park.

These events are built around a straightforward purpose: helping business owners and leaders make useful connections, share knowledge and better understand the issues shaping their operating environment.

Our keynote speaker, Simon Devoy, Head of Membership and Export at the EMA, gave attendees a timely update on some of the major policy and regulatory developments facing employers as they look towards 2027.

The discussion covered employment relations legislation, health and safety reforms, changes to the Holidays Act and the EMA’s wider advocacy priorities ahead of the election. These are practical issues that can directly affect employers’ costs, workforce decisions and confidence to invest.

Simon Devoy also outlined the EMA’s 2026 Election Policy Directives, which were developed following extensive engagement with its members. The directives call for greater certainty and stability in government policy, recognising that businesses need confidence to invest, expand and create jobs.

Among the priorities are improving infrastructure delivery and consenting, strengthening New Zealand’s energy security, modernising employment legislation and encouraging greater investment and innovation.

Workforce challenges were another important part of the conversation. Improving the work readiness of young people, creating effective pathways for skilled workers and preparing for the impact of artificial intelligence are all issues that will influence how businesses build capability in the years ahead.

These conversations are especially relevant in the Waikato. The region has a strong and growing EMA membership base, supported by a local team at Waikato Innovation Park. The EMA provides employment relations and health and safety advice, professional development, advocacy and practical workplace support.

We also heard from Sarah Powell of Waikato Innovation Park, which hosted and co-sponsored the event alongside the EMA. Sarah spoke about the Park’s role in bringing businesses, researchers and entrepreneurs together, and creating an environment where ideas, expertise and connections can help businesses innovate and grow.

With its strong focus on technology and agri-technology, Waikato Innovation Park plays an important role in supporting business growth and economic development across the region.

“At NZ Business Connect, we believe business success is strengthened by trusted relationships and access to useful knowledge,” said NZ Business Connect CEO and Founder Phillip Quay, of Hamilton.

“Events such as this give local business people an opportunity to meet, exchange ideas and hear directly from organisations engaging with the issues that matter to employers,” Quay said.

“Our focus also extends beyond business growth. Through our Social Giving programme, we encourage members to contribute their time, expertise and resources to community organisations, including Waikato Women’s Refuge and the Graeme Dingle Foundation.

“We are grateful to Simon Devoy and the EMA for sharing their insights, to Waikato Innovation Park for hosting us, and to everyone who took part,” he said.

“As we continue to grow the NZ Business Connect network, we look forward to creating more opportunities for businesses to connect, learn from each other and contribute to stronger local communities,” Quay said.

New Zealand offers three unforgettable bungy experiences, each with its own unique appeal.

Take on the 134m Nevis Bungy for New Zealand’s highest jump, experience the birthplace of commercial bungy at Kawarau Bridge, or leap from Taupō’s cliff-top platform above the spectacular Waikato River.

Whether you’re chasing the biggest thrill, a piece of bungy history or incredible river views, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Compare Nevis, Kawarau and Taupō Bungy jumps to find the right experience for your next New Zealand adventure.

Discover the best New Zealand bungy jumps and compare Nevis, Kawarau and Taupō to find the right experience for your next adventure.

At 38, Karen Barnett was diagnosed with incurable breast cancer. Her experience changed how she viewed life, fear and the importance of making the most of the time we have.

When she took on a bungy jump, Karen spent almost nine minutes standing on the edge before finally taking the leap. With the support of the AJ Hackett crew, she discovered that courage isn't about being fearless, but finding the strength to move forward despite your fears.

Her story is a powerful reminder to stop waiting for the perfect moment and embrace the experiences that matter.

Read Karen’s inspiring story of courage and overcoming fear to discover how facing her fears changed her perspective on life.