How HKEX helps Southeast Asia’s companies access capital and navigate global markets
Hong Kong has become the overseas listing destination of choice for companies in the region, thanks to a diverse investor base and deep capital pools
As a world-leading listings hub, Hong Kong offers a unique opportunity for companies across Southeast Asia to leverage the city’s vibrant and diverse markets and access to Chinese investors.
Given the depth of the investor base and market liquidity, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is well-positioned to facilitate the needs of the region’s emerging companies, says Johnson Chui, managing director and head of global issuer services at HKEX.
“As companies mature and consider potential listing venues, HKEX is a natural choice,” Chui says. “It fulfils the needs of companies from all the markets in Southeast Asia because we have such a diverse international investor base and liquidity pool.”
With a strong funding landscape, exceptional access to mainland China and an outstanding IPO (initial public offering) track record, the city is one of the most popular listing destinations for businesses worldwide seeking to broaden their investor base.
Many of the region’s most innovative companies are doing just that.