HONG KONG

Market Infrastructure

HKEX Introduces New Order Routing Service on Integrated Fund Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/07/2025

The introduction of the new Order Routing Service will help transform the fund order placement process, which includes subscriptions and redemptions.

Market Infrastructure

HK Review Panel Urges Overhaul of MPFA's Fining and Sanctioning Policies

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

An independent review panel has called for greater consistency in the MPFA's enforcement actions, raising concerns over its new fining mechanism.

Enforcement

Hong Kong AFRC Fines Ex-CITIC Banker Over Insider Dealing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

The AFRC has sanctioned Wu Kam Shing after a tribunal found he used confidential information from his banking role for personal gain.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Grants Licences for Tokenised Securities to DigiFT

By Editors | 03/07/2025

Digital asset platform DigiFT has gained approval to deal in and advise on tokenised real-world assets, expanding its Asia footprint.

Hong Kong Rejects Calls to Allow MPF Use for Home Purchases

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

The government has dismissed proposals for housing loans and dedicated accounts, citing risks to retirement savings and the need for higher contributions.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Extends Onshore IRS Tenor to 30 Years via Swap Connect

By Editors | 01/07/2025

The change extends the maximum contract length from 10 years to 30 years, which will help to better meet the risk management needs of long-term investors.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong: New Position Limits for Key Derivatives Set to Take Effect

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/07/2025

The SFC says the increase in position limits will provide greater flexibility for market participants in their trading activities.

AML / KYC

HKMA Refines Rules for Onshore RMB Cross-Border Trade Conversion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

HKMA has updated rules for CNY cross-border trade conversions, clarifying bank obligations under the RMB settlement scheme.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong Consults on Virtual Asset Rules for OTC Dealing and Custodians

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

FSTB and SFC are consulting on virtual asset regulatory regimes for OTC trading services and custodian services.