Hong Kong

Enforcement

Hong Kong Jails Two Former HSBC Staff over Bribery-for-Accounts Scheme

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2026

The sentences highlight significant AML failures, with 70 accounts opened through the scheme later flagged for potential illicit activity.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Charges Middleman in 16-Year-Old KPMG IPO Bribery Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2026

A 72-year-old woman has been charged for allegedly offering HKD 400,000 in bribes to KPMG auditors in 2010 to facilitate a fabric manufacturer's IPO.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Finalises Overhaul of Bank Stress-Testing Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 15/04/2026

HKMA finalises update to stress-testing framework, introducing stricter rules on governance and expanding the scope of risks to include climate and cryptoassets.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Ramps Up IPO Banker Licence Approvals After Quality Clampdown

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2026

The SFC issued 53 percent more licences in March, signalling a cautious easing after a period of intense scrutiny over IPO application quality.

Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong to Propose Bill for RMB Stamp Duty Payments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2026

The government plans to introduce legislation allowing stamp duty on RMB-denominated stock trades to be paid in yuan, alongside the move to a scripless market.

Market Infrastructure

HKEX Launches Tech Indices to Boost ETF Connect Scope

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/04/2026

HKEX has launched two technology-focused indices and licensed five issuers, aiming to expand product options for mainland investors.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Conduct Mandatory Rehearsal for Spreads Reduction on 25 April

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/04/2026

HKEX has scheduled a mandatory market rehearsal for late April as it prepares for Phase 2 of an initiative to reduce the minimum spreads permitted in the securities market.

ESG / Sustainability

HKMA Outlines Good Practices for Climate Risk in Capital Planning

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/04/2026

The HKMA has shared guidance for authorised institutions on integrating climate-related risks into their internal capital adequacy assessment processes and planning.

Enforcement

SFC Fines Asset Manager HKD 2 Million Over Staff Trading Failures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/04/2026

Impression Investment Limited and its former responsible officer were sanctioned for internal control deficiencies and personal account dealing breaches.