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HKEX

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is the holding company for the city’s stock exchange, futures exchange and clearing company.

Chairman / President

Carlson TONG

CEO / Managing Director

Bonnie Y CHAN

CFO / Finance Director

Vanessa LAU

Industry

Banking, Financial Services, Fund & Asset Management

Website

hkex.com.hk

Headquarters address

12/F, One International Finance Centre, 1 Harbour View Street, Central, Hong Kong

Year founded

1891

The Hong Kong stock exchange has a large backlog of listing applications, with around 500 companies awaiting approval. Photo: Nora Tam

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stock exchange eases listing rules with 12-month application window

Around 500 companies currently have listing applications pending approval in Hong Kong, far above the historical average.

21 Aug 2026 - 6:58PM

Gold in Hong Kong

HKEX gold futures smash delivery record as US sanctions reshape trade

21 Aug 2026 - 7:28PM

IPO

‘IPO queen’ Pamela Chung says time is ripe for listing connect scheme

20 Aug 2026 - 4:39PM

IPO

China’s Mech-Mind Robotics set to take orders for US$300m IPO: sources

Developer of 3D cameras and AI software for robots raises target by US$100 million amid investor enthusiasm.

21 Aug 2026 - 9:41AM

Visitors explore the Mech-Mind Robotics booth during Smart Factory & Automation World 2026 in Seoul, South Korea, on March 5. Photo: NurPhoto via Getty Images

IPO

Next for Hong Kong’s exchange: ‘more products on our shelf’, HKEX boss pledges

After reporting record profit, CEO aims to establish a multiple-asset ecosystem and extend trading hours, starting with derivatives.

19 Aug 2026 - 7:48PM

Banking & finance

Beijing urges mainland insurers to invest in Hong Kong-listed ETFs

Hong Kong’s status as global financial centre receives a boost as China’s financial regulator touts city’s exchange-traded funds.

18 Aug 2026 - 7:57PM

Banking & finance

Opinion | Chinese treasury futures launch cements Hong Kong as premier yuan hub

It marks Hong Kong’s transformation from a yuan payment channel and funding pool into a comprehensive centre for yuan assets.

18 Aug 2026 - 4:30PMvideocam

An electronic board at the Hong Kong exchange displaying news of the launch of China government bond futures at Exchange Square, Central, on August 3. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong exchange extends CEO Bonnie Chan’s term for 3 more years

Tenure to extend until 2030 for CEO who is ‘strengthening Hong Kong’s role as a leading international financial centre’, chairman says.

18 Aug 2026 - 3:21AM

Bonds

Hong Kong to list first Shanghai free-trade zone bond to defend yuan hub status

HKEX announces that a Shanghai Electric subsidiary is set to list a 1.5 billion yuan green bond later this month.

14 Aug 2026 - 5:32PM

Hong Kong stock market

Exclusive | HKEX to launch debate over extending trading hours despite pushback, sources say

The discussion paper could pave the way for Hong Kong’s bourse operator to introduce longer opening times, helping it attract global investors.

12 Aug 2026 - 4:38PMvideocam

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is considering extending trading hours to sharpen the city’s competitiveness as a financial centre. Photo: Jelly Tse

Moore Threads

China’s ‘little Nvidia’ plans Hong Kong listing after 147% revenue jump

The Chinese AI chip developer plans a listing in Hong Kong to deepen its ‘international strategic footprint’.

9 Aug 2026 - 7:20PMvideocam

People visit the Moore Threads booth at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. Photo: Getty Images

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s 5-year plan can’t just be a laundry list

Repackaging familiar initiatives is not enough – city leaders must deliver clear directions, tangible targets and real accountability.

9 Aug 2026 - 1:09PMvideocam

Banking & finance

From Hong Kong’s bond futures to SpaceX: the numbers moving markets

Hong Kong’s sovereign debt debut, SpaceX’s first public earnings and shifting energy markets are all in the spotlight.

7 Aug 2026 - 7:00AM

Robotics

China’s X Square Robot submits confidential filing for Hong Kong IPO: sources

The start-up joins a growing list of domestic robot makers in China raising capital.

5 Aug 2026 - 4:13PM

An X Square Robot cleaning a home in Beijing on May 21. Photo: AFP

Banking & finance

Editorial | Hong Kong’s role in yuan internationalisation is expanding

The China treasury bond futures that were launched in the city are a critical hedging tool that will foster the renminbi’s global use.

4 Aug 2026 - 7:15AM

Flags, including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Chinese national flags, at Exchange Square in Central, Hong Kong, where the city’s stock exchange is located. Jelly Tse

Bonds

Treasury bond futures ‘a milestone’ to boost Hong Kong’s bridgehead role: CSRC

First offshore China government bond futures rose more than 1 per cent on debut on Monday.

3 Aug 2026 - 9:21PM

Bonds

Investors eager for Hong Kong’s Chinese bond futures, HKEX says

With Chinese government bond futures set for Monday trading debut, exchange reports ‘very positive response’ from ‘wide range’ of investors.

3 Aug 2026 - 8:00AM

Gold in Hong Kong

HK’s gold imports set to rise after hitting 11-year high last month: analysts

Investor appetite, international precious metals trading hub ambitions drive growth as imports hit highest volume since late 2014.

30 Jul 2026 - 5:32PM

Hong Kong stock market

Zhongji Innolight sees rocky start as shares fall on Hong Kong IPO amid AI sell-off

The Chinese firm completed Hong Kong’s biggest IPO of the year, but its debut comes amid waning investor confidence in AI-related stocks.

31 Jul 2026 - 1:39PM

Bonds

Hong Kong’s Asean charm offensive bags US$1.5 billion Malaysian bond listing

Dual listing on Bursa Malaysia and HKEX comes as Hong Kong officials further expand financial ties beyond mainland China.

28 Jul 2026 - 4:00PM

Hong Kong stock market

Editorial | HKEX listing reforms require fine balancing act to keep up with times

Reforms must protect investor interests, the commercial confidentiality of listing candidates and the quality and integrity of the market.

25 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM

Exchange Square in Central. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is considering a series of reforms, including extending trading hours to align with moves by global peers and sharpen the city’s competitiveness as an international financial centre. Photo: Jelly Tse

Banking & finance

Hong Kong exchange’s biggest reform in 8 years opens IPO gates

HKEX will allow universal confidential listings and reduce market-capitalisation thresholds for IPOs by start-ups and international firms.

24 Jul 2026 - 6:21PM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong exchange clears path for listings by Malaysian firms

Malaysia’s Capital A Berhad, which runs travel app AirAsia Move and food brand Santan, is eyeing a dual listing in the city, government says.

23 Jul 2026 - 7:00PM

Hong Kong stock market

Zhongji Innolight already has 30 cornerstone investors for US$8b IPO: sources

The Chinese firm is aiming to raise US$8 billion in its Hong Kong listing on July 30, making it the city’s biggest share sale in seven years.

21 Jul 2026 - 9:31PM

Banking & finance

Exclusive | HKEX eyes confidential filings, lower market cap threshold for start-ups

HKEX is moving towards closed listings to compete with other exchanges that allow for confidentiality.

21 Jul 2026 - 5:22PM

The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) in Central on July 17. Photo: Karma Lo

Banking & finance

Hong Kong bourse weighs longer hours amid pressure from global peers: sources

Nasdaq’s 23-hour expansion and London’s round-the-clock push pile pressure on Hong Kong to rethink its shorter trading day.

20 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM

HKEX says it is in talks with the SFC on trading hours, without giving specifics. Photo: Jelly Tse.

China stock market

Open Questions | Citic Capital’s Zhang Yichen on the ABCs of China’s markets: IPOs, M&As and AI

The CEO discusses China’s evolving capital markets and why multinationals are turning to local partners amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

20 Jul 2026 - 9:52AMvideocam

IPO

Shein clears Hong Kong IPO hurdle as valuation halves to below US$50b: sources

Regulatory headwinds, alongside prolonged IPO delays, have severely dented the unicorn’s valuation.

17 Jul 2026 - 5:31PM

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HKEX

Hong Kong stock exchange eases listing rules with 12-month application window

Around 500 companies currently have listing applications pending approval in Hong Kong, far above the historical average.

HKEX gold futures smash delivery record as US sanctions reshape trade

‘IPO queen’ Pamela Chung says time is ripe for listing connect scheme

China’s Mech-Mind Robotics set to take orders for US$300m IPO: sources

Developer of 3D cameras and AI software for robots raises target by US$100 million amid investor enthusiasm.

Next for Hong Kong’s exchange: ‘more products on our shelf’, HKEX boss pledges

After reporting record profit, CEO aims to establish a multiple-asset ecosystem and extend trading hours, starting with derivatives.

Beijing urges mainland insurers to invest in Hong Kong-listed ETFs

Hong Kong’s status as global financial centre receives a boost as China’s financial regulator touts city’s exchange-traded funds.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Chinese treasury futures launch cements Hong Kong as premier yuan hub

It marks Hong Kong’s transformation from a yuan payment channel and funding pool into a comprehensive centre for yuan assets.

Hong Kong exchange extends CEO Bonnie Chan’s term for 3 more years

Tenure to extend until 2030 for CEO who is ‘strengthening Hong Kong’s role as a leading international financial centre’, chairman says.

Hong Kong to list first Shanghai free-trade zone bond to defend yuan hub status

HKEX announces that a Shanghai Electric subsidiary is set to list a 1.5 billion yuan green bond later this month.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Exclusive | HKEX to launch debate over extending trading hours despite pushback, sources say

The discussion paper could pave the way for Hong Kong’s bourse operator to introduce longer opening times, helping it attract global investors.

China’s ‘little Nvidia’ plans Hong Kong listing after 147% revenue jump

The Chinese AI chip developer plans a listing in Hong Kong to deepen its ‘international strategic footprint’.

Opinion | Hong Kong’s 5-year plan can’t just be a laundry list

Repackaging familiar initiatives is not enough – city leaders must deliver clear directions, tangible targets and real accountability.

From Hong Kong’s bond futures to SpaceX: the numbers moving markets

Hong Kong’s sovereign debt debut, SpaceX’s first public earnings and shifting energy markets are all in the spotlight.

China’s X Square Robot submits confidential filing for Hong Kong IPO: sources

The start-up joins a growing list of domestic robot makers in China raising capital.

Editorial | Hong Kong’s role in yuan internationalisation is expanding

The China treasury bond futures that were launched in the city are a critical hedging tool that will foster the renminbi’s global use.

Treasury bond futures ‘a milestone’ to boost Hong Kong’s bridgehead role: CSRC

First offshore China government bond futures rose more than 1 per cent on debut on Monday.

Investors eager for Hong Kong’s Chinese bond futures, HKEX says

With Chinese government bond futures set for Monday trading debut, exchange reports ‘very positive response’ from ‘wide range’ of investors.

HK’s gold imports set to rise after hitting 11-year high last month: analysts

Investor appetite, international precious metals trading hub ambitions drive growth as imports hit highest volume since late 2014.

Zhongji Innolight sees rocky start as shares fall on Hong Kong IPO amid AI sell-off

The Chinese firm completed Hong Kong’s biggest IPO of the year, but its debut comes amid waning investor confidence in AI-related stocks.

Hong Kong’s Asean charm offensive bags US$1.5 billion Malaysian bond listing

Dual listing on Bursa Malaysia and HKEX comes as Hong Kong officials further expand financial ties beyond mainland China.

Editorial | HKEX listing reforms require fine balancing act to keep up with times

Reforms must protect investor interests, the commercial confidentiality of listing candidates and the quality and integrity of the market.

Hong Kong exchange’s biggest reform in 8 years opens IPO gates

HKEX will allow universal confidential listings and reduce market-capitalisation thresholds for IPOs by start-ups and international firms.

Hong Kong exchange clears path for listings by Malaysian firms

Malaysia’s Capital A Berhad, which runs travel app AirAsia Move and food brand Santan, is eyeing a dual listing in the city, government says.

Zhongji Innolight already has 30 cornerstone investors for US$8b IPO: sources

The Chinese firm is aiming to raise US$8 billion in its Hong Kong listing on July 30, making it the city’s biggest share sale in seven years.

Exclusive | HKEX eyes confidential filings, lower market cap threshold for start-ups

HKEX is moving towards closed listings to compete with other exchanges that allow for confidentiality.

Hong Kong bourse weighs longer hours amid pressure from global peers: sources

Nasdaq’s 23-hour expansion and London’s round-the-clock push pile pressure on Hong Kong to rethink its shorter trading day.

Open Questions | Citic Capital’s Zhang Yichen on the ABCs of China’s markets: IPOs, M&As and AI

The CEO discusses China’s evolving capital markets and why multinationals are turning to local partners amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

Shein clears Hong Kong IPO hurdle as valuation halves to below US$50b: sources

Regulatory headwinds, alongside prolonged IPO delays, have severely dented the unicorn’s valuation.

Opinion | Chinese treasury futures launch cements Hong Kong as premier yuan hub

Exclusive | HKEX to launch debate over extending trading hours despite pushback, sources say