Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Fintech / Regtech

HKEX Launches New IPO Settlement Platform

By Manesh Samtani | 23/11/2023

The platform, known as FINI, shortens the IPO settlement cycle from five days to two days, lowering risks for issuers and investors.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA Considers How Banks Will Support Stock Trading During Typhoons

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/11/2023

Banks would need to upgrade their systems to cope with a “potential new clearing arrangement for cheque payments”.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Launches Pilot Programme for Multiple-CRA Model

By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2023

Participating individuals can obtain consumer credit reports from three CRAs, to review the accuracy of data and assess their overall service performance.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA Updates Margin Financing Guidance Ahead of FINI Launch

By Editors | 19/11/2023

The revised SPM module provides further guidance on a “holistic approach to risk management” of share margin financing.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA to Update Basel III Implementation Timetable Again

By Editors | 10/11/2023

The standards on credit risk, operational risk, market risk, CVA risk and the output floor will take effect on 1 January 2025.

Fintech / Regtech

PBOC to Establish Fintech Sandbox Links With Hong Kong, Macao

By Editors | 10/11/2023

The “network link-up” will provide a one-stop platform to facilitate cross-border fintech trials and strengthen supervisory cooperation.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Consult on Measures to Keep Market Open During Typhoons

By Editors | 09/11/2023

HKEX will commence a public consultation within this month on a proposed model for operating the stock market under severe weather.

Capital / Liquidity

Finance Leaders Highlight Risks, Opportunities at Key Hong Kong Summit

By Manesh Samtani | 08/11/2023

Chinese vice premier He Lifeng pledged continued support for Hong Kong. CSRC vice chairman Wang Jianjun discussed efforts to further expand Stock Connect.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Investor Protection is Key to Singapore, Hong Kong Crypto Regulations

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/11/2023

As Singapore and Hong Kong regulators navigate the fast-changing digital assets landscape, investor protection takes centerstage.