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Hong Kong Securities Association

Hong Kong Securities Association
The latest news and top stories on Hong Kong Securities Association. A prominent Hong Kong-based non-profit industry association, the Hong Kong Securities Association is dedicated to representing the interests of the securities industry and promoting the development of Hong Kong’s financial market. Located in Central Hong Kong, its main areas of activity include collaborating with regulatory bodies, protecting members’ interests and providing continuous professional training. Established in 1978, it plays a significant role in shaping industry policies and enhancing Hong Kong’s position as an international financial centre.
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Hong Kong economy

In Focus | What comes next for Hong Kong as a global financial hub?

Hong Kong needs more yuan products, commodity trading infrastructure and fintech innovation, market participants say.

Banking & finance

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

Banking & finance

Beyond a bridge: Hong Kong digs in to shore up fragile ‘moat’, anchor growth

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Futu

China closes another offshore investing loophole as TRS faces restrictions

Brokerages told to halt expansion of offshore-linked TRS portfolios as Beijing tightens oversight of cross-border investing channels.

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Futu Holdings was among the offshore brokerages ordered by Chinese regulators in late May to stop mainland residents from opening new accounts to trade foreign securities directly. Photo: Sam Tsang
Banking & finance

Lower bar to entry for innovative firms to list in Hong Kong, chamber says

The proposal could better serve Hong Kong as gateway for mainland firms to go global and for overseas firms to invest in Asia, the group says.

Wealth management

Hong Kong’s proposed fund talent tax break set to sharpen edge over Singapore

Incentive will give Hong Kong the lowest tax rate globally for fund managers whose income is largely driven by performance fees, sources say.

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Wealth management

The price of a long life: Hongkongers may need US$910,000 to retire

Study urges more tax incentives for voluntary pension savings, while a lawmaker suggests retirees consider lower-cost living in the Greater Bay Area.

Retirees exercise at a Hong Kong park. Rising life expectancy means some Hongkongers may need up to US$910,000 to fund a comfortable retirement, according to a new study. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

‘One of a kind’: tributes pour in for David Webb, Hong Kong’s ‘voice of integrity’

Financial and civic leaders remember former activist investor, hailed for his fearless pursuit of corporate transparency and accountability.

Fintech

Does tokenisation in China risk a repeat of the P2P lending crisis?

Tokenisation provides value, but the interest of multilevel marketers raises ‘genuine concerns’, forum speaker says.

Banking & finance

Why is HSBC privatising Hang Seng Bank? It’s for efficiency, analysts say

The privatisation will lead to synergies, save costs and improve efficiency in terms of personnel and systems, Everbright’s Kenny Ng says.

Hang Seng Bank’s impaired real estate loans surged 85 per cent year on year to HK$25 billion in the first half. Photo: Jelly Tse
IPO

Super Typhoon Ragasa to delay the close of Zijin Gold’s IPO

Zijin Gold records the second-biggest Hong Kong IPO of the year, as it aims to raise US$3.2 billion.

Super Typhoon Ragasa delays Zijin Gold International’s book close offering for its retail investors. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong’s small stockbrokers dwindle despite market rally

A total of 23 brokers have called it quits in 2025 – and nearly 200 since 2020 – with new IPO allotment rules adding to the pain.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong banks to run out of AI, green finance talent by 2030, study shows

HKMA wants banks to train their staff to plug the talent gap instead of poaching them from their rivals.

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IPO

Hong Kong’s IPO rules spark debate over retail vs institutional investors

The IPO rules guarantee institutional investors 40 per cent of the offering, while leaving as little as 10 per cent for retail investors.

Fundraising on the Hong Kong stock exchange surged eightfold in the first half, with 42 firms raising US$13.5 billion. Photo: Nora Tam
Banking & finance

HKEX to slash minimum spread of 300 stocks from Monday

The minimum spreads for the stocks trading between HK$10 to HK$50 will be cut by 50 to 60 per cent, according to HKEX.

Bull statues outside the Exchange Square in Central. Photo: Sam Tsang
HKEX

What Hong Kong should do to prepare for 24-hour market trading

Trading licences, online platforms and new disclosure and settlement rules are needed to prepare for round-the-clock trading.

HKEX

Hong Kong brokers divided on the pros and cons of 24-hour trading

The Orion Derivatives Platform developed by HKEX for roll-out in 2028 creates the capability to handle near 24-hour trading in derivatives.

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