Hong Kong

    HKMA Finds Gaps in How Banks Sell Tax Deductible Products

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/09/2021

    Some banks did not ensure the products were suitable, or did not explain product features and risks to customers.

    Enforcement

    Hong Kong ICAC Files Criminal Charges Against Former AXA Agents

    By Editors | 15/09/2021

    Three ex-insurance agents allegedly conspired to defraud AXA of HK$1.2mn in commissions and bonuses, and to launder over HK$2.7mn in crime proceeds.

    Market Infrastructure

    HKEX to Roll Out New Market Access Platform on 27 September

    By Editors | 15/09/2021

    The change is expected to improve latency, deliver higher performance, and provide greater flexibility to implement new functionalities in the future.

    Market Infrastructure

    Southbound Bond Connect to Launch on 24 September

    By Editors | 15/09/2021

    Southbound trading under Bond Connect will have an initial daily quota of CNY 20 billion and an annual quota of CNY 500 billion.

    Market Infrastructure

    APLMA, TMA Issue Guidance on SOFR Adoption in Loan Markets

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/09/2021

    The HKMA said it supports the publication of the new information note, which sets out options to replace USD LIBOR with SOFR in loan contracts.

    Market Infrastructure

    China to Develop Qianhai, Hengqin into GBA ‘Cooperative Zones’

    By Editors | 14/09/2021

    Qianhai in Shenzhen will be used to strengthen cooperation with Hong Kong while Hengqin in Zhuhai will serve to strengthen cooperation with Macao.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong SPAC Framework to Prohibit Retail Access – Report

    By Editors | 12/09/2021

    Hong Kong’s SPAC framework will reportedly be issued for public consultation this month, proposing that only professional investors be allowed to participate.

    Uncategorised

    HKEX to Launch New Mobile Market Data Service

    By Editors | 11/09/2021

    Users will have access to Level 1 live streaming Hong Kong securities market data from their mobile devices.

    Market Infrastructure

    Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Launched

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/09/2021

    The PBOC, HKMA and AMCM have published the implementation details to support the launch of the Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Pilot Scheme.

    Market Infrastructure

    GBA Wealth Management Connect Set for Launch

    By Editors | 10/09/2021

    The southbound leg of Bond Connect will also be launching shortly. A press release will be held this afternoon to announce implementation details.

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