Hong Kong

Securities / Derivatives

Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Plans Zero-Day Options Launch for Early 2027

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

HKEX is reportedly working to introduce same-day expiry options on the Hang Seng Index, following a global trend.

ESG / Sustainability

HKEX Mandates Shareholder Vote for Auditor Changes

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

HKEX has updated its rules to require shareholder approval for auditor changes, aiming to curb ‘opinion shopping’ and boost corporate governance.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Outlines Priorities for Digital Asset Regulation in 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

The SFC is prioritising new licensing laws, tokenisation guidance, and pragmatic custody solutions in its next phase.

ESG / Sustainability

HKMA Chief Outlines Agenda to Drive Sustainable Transition Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

The HKMA has outlined its multi-year action agenda, using supervision, taxonomies and fintech to steer capital towards decarbonisation.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Overhaul Listing Rules for Structured Products

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

HKEX is updating issuer eligibility and product requirements following a market consultation, with changes taking effect from May 2026.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Chair: Accountant Shortage a Threat to Hong Kong’s Market Integrity

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

Kelvin Wong said a severe and structural talent shortage of accountants could weaken Hong Kong’s competitiveness and pose risks to market integrity.

ESG / Sustainability

HKIMR Outlines Hong Kong's Path to Become Transition Finance Hub

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

A new report from the HKMA’s research arm outlines five key policy considerations to scale transition finance, following a global industry survey.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Framework for Secondary Trading of Tokenised Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

The new pilot framework allows SFC-authorised tokenised investment products to be traded on licensed crypto platforms, expanding retail investor access.