Under what circumstance can the management board suspend trading in futures and options contracts?

The management board has the authority to suspend trading in futures and options contracts when orderly exchange trading appears to be temporarily threatened. This means that if there are conditions that could lead to disorderly trading—such as extreme volatility, potential market manipulation, or significant technical issues affecting the market—suspension may be deemed necessary to maintain market integrity.

This action helps ensure that all participants can trade on a level playing field and that the market can operate effectively. It safeguards both the traders and the marketplace by preventing situations that could lead to unfair advantages or chaos in trading activity. Circumstances that threaten orderly market conditions warrant intervention to protect the broader system, ensure fair practices, and maintain investor confidence.

The other circumstances mentioned, such as technical problems faced by participants or protecting the public, while relevant, do not specifically address the immediate concern of orderly trading being threatened. Suspicions of insider trading are serious but are typically handled through investigation rather than immediate trading suspensions unless they directly impact the overall trading environment.