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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

While much of the world’s gold trading still clears through London, Hong Kong is building a regional alternative. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Hong Kong's market regulator considered the suspension “necessary or expedient to maintain an orderly and fair market”. Photo: Handout

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HKEX CEO Bonnie Chan (third from right) and other executives present the exchange’s interim results on August 19. Photo: Nora Tam

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Exchange Square in Central, where the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is located. Photo: Nora Tam

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Beijing has encouraged mainland insurers to invest in Hong Kong’s exchange-traded funds. Photo: Sam Tsang

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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

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

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

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How will Hong Kong’s new 5-year plan court global capital?

Expanded investment products and stronger mainland-market links aim to deepen Hong Kong’s wealth-management edge and lure more international investors.

Hong Kong to support rocket, satellite IPOs as SpaceX-led sector takes off

14 key takeaways from John Lee’s policy address, Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan

Tighter scrutiny of Hong Kong IPOs could slow deal flow, analysts say

CSRC and SFC wake-up calls to bankers and other intermediaries indicate emphasis on quality over quantity amid fervour for listings.

South Korea’s trading hours expansion piles pressure on Hong Kong

Korea Exchange launches four-hour after-market in addition to regular trading, intensifying debate in Hong Kong over extending hours.

Yuen Kee Food clears HKEX listing hearing for up to HK$400 million IPO: sources

The dumpling chain is likely to list in October following three funding rounds.

Hong Kong watchdog investigates Cloudbreak Pharma for ‘rigged’ IPO

Regulator cites ‘serious concerns’ about ‘artificial impression of demand’ in US-based company’s US$78 million listing in 2025.

How Hong Kong can capitalise on Kazakh asset sales

The city’s deep capital markets and SOE listing expertise offer Central Asia’s largest economy a proven pipeline to global investors.

Hong Kong gaining lustre as bridge to China’s tech sector: HKEX CEO

Hong Kong remains a top IPO destination for Chinese tech start-ups seeking to connect with global investors, Bonnie Chan Yiting says.

Why Philippine chain Jollibee chose Hong Kong over New York to list spin-off

Company’s plan to list international arm in Hong Kong underscores city’s IPO diversification drive.

Philippines’ Jollibee eyes Hong Kong over US to list international unit

The company is separating its international business, Jollibee Foods Corporation International, ahead of its planned spin-off and listing.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}In Focus | Hong Kong is trying again to be a gold trading hub. Will it succeed this time?

De-dollarisation tailwinds, ecosystem buildout and mainland China’s support plus foreign backing give city’s ambitions credible momentum.

HKEX Tech 100 adds Pony AI, WeRide in index revamp targeting AI stocks

The revision is designed to help the tech index recover from an underwhelming first half by tapping a new generation of Chinese AI firms.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Editorial | HKEX’s role crucial as Hong Kong helps build future of global finance

The city’s stock exchange is set to attract hi-tech mainland manufacturers looking to raise funds even as it forges partnerships overseas.

Exclusive | Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing explores merging GEM with main board: source

The bourse operator is exploring creating a chapter listing rule to absorb 300-plus firms from the GEM board.

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

The milestone more than doubles the previous peak recorded in 2018.

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

Scheme introduction would allow mainland Chinese investors access to the city’s IPOs and boost investor capital, Vistra managing director says.

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.

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.

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.

In Focus | Hong Kong is trying again to be a gold trading hub. Will it succeed this time?

Editorial | HKEX’s role crucial as Hong Kong helps build future of global finance