Hong Kong

Hong Kong ICAC Launches Business Sector Integrity Charter

By Editors | 09/11/2023

The Charter encourages companies to establish Integrity Management Systems, appoint an “Ethics Officer”, and commit to implementing integrity policies.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Consult on Measures to Keep Market Open During Typhoons

By Editors | 09/11/2023

HKEX will commence a public consultation within this month on a proposed model for operating the stock market under severe weather.

Capital / Liquidity

SFC Issues Guidance on IPO Services Ahead of FINI Launch

By Editors | 09/11/2023

The SFC outlines risk management considerations for licensed corporations offering IPO services ahead of HKEX’s launch of a new IPO settlement platform.

Capital / Liquidity

Finance Leaders Highlight Risks, Opportunities at Key Hong Kong Summit

By Manesh Samtani | 08/11/2023

Chinese vice premier He Lifeng pledged continued support for Hong Kong. CSRC vice chairman Wang Jianjun discussed efforts to further expand Stock Connect.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Investor Protection is Key to Singapore, Hong Kong Crypto Regulations

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/11/2023

As Singapore and Hong Kong regulators navigate the fast-changing digital assets landscape, investor protection takes centerstage.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Awards Licences to HK Unit of Swiss Crypto Bank, SEBA

By Manesh Samtani | 08/11/2023

The licences allow SEBA Hong Kong to deal in, advise on, and conduct asset management for traditional securities and virtual assets.

ESG / Sustainability

Will Greenwashing Risks Be the Downfall of Hong Kong’s ESG Dream?

By Shannon Tong | 07/11/2023

Defending against greenwashing claims will be significantly easier with the support of proper data and documentation, say Shannon Tong and Irene Siu.

Securities / Derivatives

Some Issuers Were Overcharged for Annual Listing Fees: HKEX

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2023

HKEX is contacting issuers that were overcharged to arrange refunds. It does not plan to claim back any of the undercharged fees.

ESG / Sustainability

HKEX Postpones Enhancements to Climate Disclosure Framework

By Editors | 06/11/2023

HKEX said it intends for its requirements to take into account the ISSB adoption guide, which won’t be finalised until year-end.