Hong Kong

Clearing & Post-Trade

Hong Kong Convenes Board for New Gold Clearing House

By Editors | 24/04/2026

The government-owned entity has convened its first board, aiming to launch trial operations this year to bolster the city's gold market infrastructure.

Supervision & Enforcement

Hong Kong Imposes Record Fine on PwC Over Evergrande Audit Failures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

Regulators have imposed a record fine, a practice ban, and a landmark shareholder compensation scheme on PwC for "egregious" audit failures at the collapsed developer.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Forms Bank Taskforce to Finance ‘Northern Metropolis’ Development

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

The HKMA and HKAB have enlisted 15 major banks to provide financing advice and solutions for the city’s flagship development project.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Creates New Senior Role to Build FIC Capabilities

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

HKEX has appointed a Head of Debt Market Development to facilitate the build-out of its fixed income capabilities and advance Hong Kong’s position as an international bond hub.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

Trading & Investment

APAC ETF Growth Driven by Regulatory Tailwinds, Active Expansion - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

New State Street report highlights how regulation, product innovation and investor education are shaping a diverse and rapidly expanding ETF landscape.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

Credit Risk

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.

Trading & Investment

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.