Hong Kong

Securities / Derivatives

Domestic Investors Enhance Market Stability but Reduce Liquidity: HKMA

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

New paper recommends a combination of policy measures to encourage domestic participation and targeted actions to alleviate the negative side effects on liquidity.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong SFC Streamlines Post-Authorisation Rules for UCITS Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/12/2025

The SFC has removed prior approval requirements for many scheme changes, aiming to boost efficiency and market competitiveness.

Trending

Hong Kong Regulators Direct Banks, Insurers to Aid Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/11/2025

Authorities are calling on banks and insurers to provide flexibility on loans and claims, as financial firms donate millions for relief efforts.

Fintech / Regtech

HK Official Outlines Fintech Strategy, Focusing on AI, Shenzhen Collaboration

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

The Financial Secretary outlined an action plan for a joint fintech hub, new AI sandbox cohorts, and cross-border payment growth.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Outlines Extensive Derivatives Market System Upgrades for 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

HKEX plans to enhance after-hours trading, add a new matching engine, and mandate several system upgrades for participants.

Sanctions

Hong Kong Licensed Lender Linked To Sanctioned Prince Group – Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/11/2025

An associate of sanctioned Prince Group's Chen Zhi is tied to a licensed money lender that holds a mortgage over shares in a Hong Kong-listed firm.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong SFC Details Regulatory Push on Private Credit, AI, Digital Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/11/2025

SFC chief outlines new OTC reporting rules, 'human in the loop' AI policy, and final steps for digital asset framework.

Securities / Derivatives

China Updates Rules for Authorising Domestic Firms to Audit H-Shares

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/11/2025

The MOF and CSRC will add two firms to the approved list and conduct annual assessments, revoking recommendations for non-compliant auditors.