Markets

ETF trading under Stock Connect kicks off

There are over 130 EFTs listed in Hong Kong.

IPO market to regain momentum in H2 2022

For the whole year, PwC expects Hong Kong to raise between $180m to $200m.

After 25 years, has Hong Kong’s capital markets lost its sparkle?

Funds raised by IPOs in H122 are predicted to reach HK$17.1 b, a 92% decrease from 2021.

Talent crunch threatens Hong Kong’s financial sector as expats flee: report

Inconveniences in overseas travelling may reportedly turn away much-needed talent.

HKEX lists first MSCI China A 50 Connect Index ETFs

A total of three EFTs listed on the bourse.

HKEX mulls establishment of New York office

The office is expected to open as early as 2022.

HSBC appoints co-heads for commercial banking business in Asia: report

Amanda Murphy will lead South Asia and SEA whilst Frank Fang, the GBA.

HKEX profit declines anew, falling ​​to HK$3.3 billion in Q3

The bourse’s income was dragged down by the delay in potential billion-dollar IPOs.

HKEX enters China's derivatives market with A-share futures launch

The bourse’s new futures contract is based on the MSCI China A 50 Connect Index.

How HKEX's A-share futures launch will shake up Singapore’s monopoly in China

SGX shares already slumped 4% when HK announced the futures’ launch on 23 August.

HK cancels Wednesday stock trading due to Typhoon Kompasu

The Hong Kong-China stock connect and derivatives markets were also halted.

Evergrande shareholder Chinese Estates offers to go private

The firm’s remaining stake is being bought at HK$1.91b.

Hang Seng reveals new sustainability rating scale

It reflects companies' performance using the ESG maturity model.

Hong Kong bankers’ exodus accelerates amidst strict quarantine rules: report

UBS recently shifted to two senior bankers and might move eight more to China.