Hong Kong Monetary Authority

    Securities / Derivatives

    HK Official Confirms Plan to Pursue T+1 Settlement

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/09/2025

    Specific proposals for T+1 settlement will be rolled out next year, while officials call for a careful assessment of the more complex 24-hour trading model.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Hong Kong Extends and Expands SME Loan Guarantee Scheme

    By Editors | 19/09/2025

    The government will also extend the principal moratorium arrangement by one year to provide further support for small and medium-sized enterprises.

    AML / KYC

    HKMA Prepares to Roll Out Personal Account Info-Sharing to Combat Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

    The HKMA is enabling banks to share client data on suspected mule accounts, part of a broader push involving AI and data analytics.

    Capital / Liquidity

    HK Property Firms Propose HK$20 Billion Fund to Avert Crisis

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

    The CRECCHKI has warned that a 'vicious cycle' of bad loans and forced sales threatens systemic financial risk, proposing a fund to buy distressed CRE assets.

    HKMA Signs Pact with MAS To Boost Banking Supervision

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

    The agreement between the HKMA and MAS aims to strengthen information sharing and mutual assistance for the supervision of cross-border banking operations in both jurisdictions.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Unveils Sweeping Financial Reforms to Boost Hub Status

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

    Chief Executive John Lee's policy address focused on digital assets, RMB internationalisation, and wealth management to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global financial centre.

    Fintech / Regtech

    DBS Concludes Programmable Payments Pilot Under HKMA e-HKD Project

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/09/2025

    DBS’ pilot explored tokenised vouchers for ESG rewards, providing insights for the HKMA's potential CBDC framework.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Hong Kong Regulatory Framework Enhances Crypto Market Legitimacy

    By Nathan Lynch | 17/09/2025

    Hong Kong is ramping up its regulatory support for digital assets, positioning itself as a hub for stablecoins, while also addressing financial crime concerns.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKMA Revises Supervisory Guide on Visiting Finance Professionals

    By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

    HKMA extends the permissible engagement period for itinerant professionals to 45 days and consolidates rules for fund depositaries.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong to Phase In Stablecoin Audit Rules Over 1-3 Years

    By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

    AFRC chief warns that rushing detailed standards for the nascent industry could "kill" it, signalling a cautious approach.

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