Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX)

HKEX is committed to promoting high standards of ESG practice and disclosure among its listed issuer community. We are pleased to share some of our observations based on a recent review of issuers’ ESG reports, including climate-related disclosures of large-cap issuers. We’ve also provided recommendations for future report preparation. Read our 2024 Analysis of ESG Practice Disclosure at https://lnkd.in/gSfi9-3m Learn more about our guidance and training materials on ESG reporting on our ESG Academy at https://lnkd.in/gC7Pbnjz

Mokingran Jewellery Group Co. (2585), a Chinese gold jewellery brand, joined HKEX’s dynamic markets today, together with Fubon Solactive Core Diversified Multi Asset Index ETF (3427), which facilitates portfolio diversification by investing in a mix of equity, fixed income, and commodity ETFs. Congratulations on both debuts!

Did you know that women make up 30% of HKEX's board members and 40% of our senior management? We believe in the importance of growing a diverse talent pipeline of next generation leaders and preparing them for success. At HKEX, we are committed to helping support our employees to meet their fullest potential, whilst equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to advance their careers.   By building a strong and diverse talent pipeline, we can create a more inclusive future where everyone can thrive and progress in their careers. Join us on the journey for board diversity across Hong Kong’s listed companies!

Hangzhou Jiuyuan Gene Engineering Co., Ltd (2566), which specialises in the R&D, manufacturing and commercialisation of biopharmaceutical products and medical devices, debuted on HKEX’s dynamic markets today. Congratulations! 

HKEX was pleased to host a cocktail reception with the diplomatic community in Hong Kong yesterday to celebrate connectivity! It was a lively event, as HKEX executives exchanged ideas and insights with consul generals and other diplomats from around 30 countries. Thank you for joining us! 

We welcomed S.F. Holding (6936) to HKEX’s dynamic markets today! S.F. Holding is Asia’s largest integrated logistics service provider and China’s biggest express delivery firm. Congratulations on your #debut! 

Shout out to Lodewijk Vriens, part of HKEX’s Group Strategy team, who was a member of the winning team at the 2024 Oxfam Trailwalker event in Hong Kong earlier this month!   We are inspired by Lodewijk’s tenacity and resilience, and are proud of his incredible accomplishment, which also highlights the all-rounded talent we have here at HKEX.    Congratulations Lodewijk! 

HKEX was pleased to host the second HKEX China Conference today in Shanghai, with over 300 guests across the financial community joining us at the event! HKEX CEO Bonnie Y Chan launched the event with opening remarks that counted the achievements and developments of the Connect programmes over the past 10 years, and how Connect has opened up China’s capital markets to international investors and accelerated the progress of RMB internationalisation. Senior HKEX executives including Deputy CEO Wilfred Yiu, Co-Head of Markets Glenda So, Chief China Economist Prof. Shusong BA, and Co-Head of Trading Sally Kwok took part in various panel discussions on the future of the Connect programme, and traded thoughts with counterparts from the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. We look forward to the next decade of Connect with more cooperation and innovation to come! 

Welcoming two ETFs to HKEX’s vibrant market for exchange traded products today! Global X Emerging Markets Asia Active ETF (3104 / 9104) invests in a selection of markets in Asia, looking to seize on the growth potential of the region’s developing economies. Global X India Sector Leader Active ETF (3084 / 9084) aims for long-term capital growth by investing in India’s leading companies.   Learn more about ETF investment opportunities in Hong Kong at https://lnkd.in/fTtPpeH    #AsiaETFMarketplace #TradeAsiaInAsia 

HKEX and Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited (HSIL) celebrated the launch of the Hang Seng HKEX Stock Connect China Enterprises Index with a market open ceremony. The new index gives investors a comprehensive benchmark to measure the performance of the biggest companies in the vibrant Stock Connect universe.   HKEX CEO Bonnie Y Chan and Hang Seng Bank Chief Executive Diana Cesar struck the gong to kickstart trading of the new index, the first co-branded index between HKEX and HSIL! They were joined by Hang Seng Bank Chairman Irene Lee, HKEX Deputy CEO Wilfred Yiu, Co-Head of Markets Glenda So, Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited Chairman Gilbert LEE, and CEO Anita Mo to commemorate the debut.   We look forward to providing investors with even more choice and opportunity, and to continue supporting the development of Hong Kong’s capital markets product ecosystem!