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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

Cathay Group Chair Guy Bradley (left) and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) Chairman Carlson Tong Ka-shing (right) prepare to ring the gong to mark 40 years of HKEX on May 28, 2026. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Banking & finance

Editorial | HKEX helping Hong Kong be a superconnector

As it marks 40 years as a unified exchange, the bourse’s next venture is branching out to partner with exchanges in the Gulf and Central Asia.

31 May 2026 - 7:15AM

Hong Kong

As Hong Kong stock exchange turns 40, can the chip supercycle keep IPOs flowing?

30 May 2026 - 10:00AM

Hang Seng Index

HKEX revamps Tech 100 Index as benchmark struggles to keep pace with AI rally

30 May 2026 - 5:34PM

Gold in Hong Kong

Low-cost gold ETF launched as Hong Kong links bullion trading with blockchain

New fund gives retail investors physical gold access from US$45, with tokenised design primed for future trading on regulated platforms.

28 May 2026 - 8:12PM

The launch comes as gold prices fluctuate amid geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic uncertainty. Photo: DPA

IPO

HKEX revamps US$812 million headquarters with new entrance, museum in Central

HKEX official says project aims to create ‘a future-ready, globally recognised hub’ and ‘more prominent branding in the heart of Central’.

28 May 2026 - 7:12PM

Chinese offshore investment

Open Questions | Charles Li on making Hong Kong a magnet for global IPOs

As HKEX CEO, Charles Li forged Stock Connect link to mainland markets. He says an ‘IPO connect’ could draw international companies to list in Hong Kong.

28 May 2026 - 1:45PMvideocam

Stablecoins

Letters | Mind the gap between Hong Kong digital asset policy and practice

Readers discuss digital asset audits, the danger of setting a ride-hailing cap, and the bigger picture on allowing dogs in restaurants.

28 May 2026 - 11:30AM

Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, leaves Manhattan federal court in New York in 2023. Photo: AP

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong eyes Central Asian listings as HKEX CEO pitches city’s deep liquidity

Bonnie Chan says city seeks closer collaboration with region ahead of city leader’s high-level trip to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in early June.

28 May 2026 - 8:30AM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong beats Switzerland as world’s largest offshore wealth hub, BCG finds

City tops cross-border wealth on IPO surge and mainland China inflows, as Singapore and US trail in consultancy’s global rankings.

28 May 2026 - 8:05AM

Hong Kong stock market

SpaceX share sale won’t drain Hong Kong IPO boom, JPMorgan says

Bank sees strong demand for Chinese AI, robotics and healthcare listings despite SpaceX’s projected record-breaking IPO in the US.

23 May 2026 - 9:30AM

A SpaceX rocket lifts off at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Photo: Reuters

IPO

Hong Kong set to be ousted by Nasdaq as world’s biggest IPO market

International investors remain interested in Hong Kong tech listings due to attractive valuations, UBS and JPMorgan say.

21 May 2026 - 9:00PM

Nasdaq is set to become the world's biggest IPO market this year with the SpaceX listing. Photo: Reuters

Banking & finance

Hong Kong regulator now a ‘collection agent’ for wronged investors

SFC follows international peers by pursuing compensation for victims rather than fines in some cases of securities misconduct.

16 May 2026 - 10:05AM

Gold in Hong Kong

Record gold ETF inflows lift Hong Kong’s global trading hub bid

As investors hedge against global risks, Hong Kong’s gold ETF inflows reinforce its emergence as a key trading centre.

12 May 2026 - 8:00PM

LME

‘Positive problem’: surging demand strains Hong Kong’s metals storage capacity

15 LME-approved warehouses are already full, underscoring city’s ambition to be a commodities centre – and its urgent need for more space.

11 May 2026 - 8:00AM

A pile of copper bars. High-value metals such as copper, lead, tin and zinc are stored in LME-approved warehouses in Hong Kong. Photo: Shutterstock

Gold in Hong Kong

Hong Kong prepares for gold futures trading: will the fourth time be the charm?

As HKEX eyes relaunch of gold futures, experts suggest extended hours, tax breaks, and storage facilities to ensure success.

8 May 2026 - 6:30PM

HKEX aims to relaunch gold futures in the coming months and has sought market feedback to refine the plan. Photo: Dickson Lee

Gold in Hong Kong

Editorial | Middle East war offers Hong Kong a golden opportunity

The war has driven home how well suited Hong Kong is to becoming an alternative to Dubai, a major gold trading hub.

8 May 2026 - 7:15AM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong pushes gold futures relaunch as mainland China reserves climb

City aims to broaden gold offerings and expand clearing and storage facilities to seize opportunities in the surging market.

8 May 2026 - 12:51AM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong sharpens commodities hub ambitions with mediation and yuan push

Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po sees “clear room” for more yuan-denominated commodities products as Hong Kong explores mediation role.

7 May 2026 - 2:19PM

Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po speaks at the LME Asia Metals Seminar 2026 in Hong Kong today. Photo: ISD

Banking & finance

Middle East war drives demand for Hong Kong metal storage, but capacity falls short

Manufacturers seek stable metal supplies and hedging tools in Hong Kong, but limited warehouse space risks capping growth.

5 May 2026 - 8:18AM

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tax revenue jumps 22% to HK$458 billion

Stamp duty rose by 61 per cent as trading and property deals picked up, while profits and salaries tax also recorded solid gains.

4 May 2026 - 9:20PM

Banking & finance

Kazakhstan’s AIFC discussing stock-trading links with Shanghai, Hong Kong

Cross-border trading connections could start with ETFs, says special economic zone’s governor.

4 May 2026 - 9:00AM

A view of the Astana International Financial Centre in Kazakhstan. Photo: Handout

IPO

HKEX posts record quarterly profit, topping forecast as listings, turnover surge

Earnings jump 27 per cent to HK$5.19 billion as global capital continues to seek safe havens and access to Asian growth: CEO Bonnie Chan.

29 Apr 2026 - 5:58PM

HKEX recorded its highest quarterly profit, which surpassed the HK$4.9 billion in the third quarter of 2025. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong stock exchange

Editorial | Malaysia bourse pact extends Hong Kong’s outreach to Southeast Asia

As a centre for international and mainland Chinese capital, Hong Kong is well positioned to help firms across Asia attract investment.

27 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM

Banking & finance

How T+1 settlement could sharpen Hong Kong’s edge as a financial hub

After more than 30 years of T+2 settlement, Hong Kong plans to move to T+1. Here’s why the shift matters for markets and investors.

27 Apr 2026 - 7:00AM

Hong Kong economy

IPO market ‘raises HK$140 billion’ as Hong Kong renews gold trading push

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says city remains top IPO hub, citing strong demand among ‘high-quality’ companies and robust market momentum.

26 Apr 2026 - 8:30PM

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Hong Kong has topped IPO rankings, highlighting a robust turnover and rising interest from global firms. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong stock market

AI-driven Hong Kong stock inflows from mainland China slow as options multiply

Wave of listings provides more ‘pure-play’ AI investment options across mainland and Hong Kong exchanges, BNP Paribas says.

23 Apr 2026 - 3:53PM

Last year’s emergence of DeepSeek drove concentrated buying of Hong Kong-listed technology giants. Photo: Jelly Tse

IPO

Hong Kong, Malaysia exchanges to team up on ETFs, listings, Islamic finance

Development ‘underscores growing demand from investors for cross-border products and diversified regional exposure’, HKEX CEO says.

23 Apr 2026 - 9:29AM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong IPOs lure mainland China insurers seeking higher returns

Beijing’s emphasis on patient capital and market stability spurs mainland China’s insurers to channel funds into Hong Kong listings.

22 Apr 2026 - 8:30AM

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.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Editorial | HKEX helping Hong Kong be a superconnector

As it marks 40 years as a unified exchange, the bourse’s next venture is branching out to partner with exchanges in the Gulf and Central Asia.

As Hong Kong stock exchange turns 40, can the chip supercycle keep IPOs flowing?

HKEX revamps Tech 100 Index as benchmark struggles to keep pace with AI rally

Low-cost gold ETF launched as Hong Kong links bullion trading with blockchain

New fund gives retail investors physical gold access from US$45, with tokenised design primed for future trading on regulated platforms.

HKEX revamps US$812 million headquarters with new entrance, museum in Central

HKEX official says project aims to create ‘a future-ready, globally recognised hub’ and ‘more prominent branding in the heart of Central’.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Open Questions | Charles Li on making Hong Kong a magnet for global IPOs

As HKEX CEO, Charles Li forged Stock Connect link to mainland markets. He says an ‘IPO connect’ could draw international companies to list in Hong Kong.

Letters | Mind the gap between Hong Kong digital asset policy and practice

Readers discuss digital asset audits, the danger of setting a ride-hailing cap, and the bigger picture on allowing dogs in restaurants.

Hong Kong eyes Central Asian listings as HKEX CEO pitches city’s deep liquidity

Bonnie Chan says city seeks closer collaboration with region ahead of city leader’s high-level trip to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in early June.

Hong Kong beats Switzerland as world’s largest offshore wealth hub, BCG finds

City tops cross-border wealth on IPO surge and mainland China inflows, as Singapore and US trail in consultancy’s global rankings.

SpaceX share sale won’t drain Hong Kong IPO boom, JPMorgan says

Bank sees strong demand for Chinese AI, robotics and healthcare listings despite SpaceX’s projected record-breaking IPO in the US.

Hong Kong set to be ousted by Nasdaq as world’s biggest IPO market

International investors remain interested in Hong Kong tech listings due to attractive valuations, UBS and JPMorgan say.

Hong Kong regulator now a ‘collection agent’ for wronged investors

SFC follows international peers by pursuing compensation for victims rather than fines in some cases of securities misconduct.

Record gold ETF inflows lift Hong Kong’s global trading hub bid

As investors hedge against global risks, Hong Kong’s gold ETF inflows reinforce its emergence as a key trading centre.

‘Positive problem’: surging demand strains Hong Kong’s metals storage capacity

15 LME-approved warehouses are already full, underscoring city’s ambition to be a commodities centre – and its urgent need for more space.

Hong Kong prepares for gold futures trading: will the fourth time be the charm?

As HKEX eyes relaunch of gold futures, experts suggest extended hours, tax breaks, and storage facilities to ensure success.

Editorial | Middle East war offers Hong Kong a golden opportunity

The war has driven home how well suited Hong Kong is to becoming an alternative to Dubai, a major gold trading hub.

Hong Kong pushes gold futures relaunch as mainland China reserves climb

City aims to broaden gold offerings and expand clearing and storage facilities to seize opportunities in the surging market.

Hong Kong sharpens commodities hub ambitions with mediation and yuan push

Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po sees “clear room” for more yuan-denominated commodities products as Hong Kong explores mediation role.

Middle East war drives demand for Hong Kong metal storage, but capacity falls short

Manufacturers seek stable metal supplies and hedging tools in Hong Kong, but limited warehouse space risks capping growth.

Hong Kong tax revenue jumps 22% to HK$458 billion

Stamp duty rose by 61 per cent as trading and property deals picked up, while profits and salaries tax also recorded solid gains.

Kazakhstan’s AIFC discussing stock-trading links with Shanghai, Hong Kong

Cross-border trading connections could start with ETFs, says special economic zone’s governor.

HKEX posts record quarterly profit, topping forecast as listings, turnover surge

Earnings jump 27 per cent to HK$5.19 billion as global capital continues to seek safe havens and access to Asian growth: CEO Bonnie Chan.

Editorial | Malaysia bourse pact extends Hong Kong’s outreach to Southeast Asia

As a centre for international and mainland Chinese capital, Hong Kong is well positioned to help firms across Asia attract investment.

How T+1 settlement could sharpen Hong Kong’s edge as a financial hub

After more than 30 years of T+2 settlement, Hong Kong plans to move to T+1. Here’s why the shift matters for markets and investors.

IPO market ‘raises HK$140 billion’ as Hong Kong renews gold trading push

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says city remains top IPO hub, citing strong demand among ‘high-quality’ companies and robust market momentum.

AI-driven Hong Kong stock inflows from mainland China slow as options multiply

Wave of listings provides more ‘pure-play’ AI investment options across mainland and Hong Kong exchanges, BNP Paribas says.

Hong Kong, Malaysia exchanges to team up on ETFs, listings, Islamic finance

Development ‘underscores growing demand from investors for cross-border products and diversified regional exposure’, HKEX CEO says.

Hong Kong IPOs lure mainland China insurers seeking higher returns

Beijing’s emphasis on patient capital and market stability spurs mainland China’s insurers to channel funds into Hong Kong listings.

Editorial | HKEX helping Hong Kong be a superconnector

Open Questions | Charles Li on making Hong Kong a magnet for global IPOs