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2026
HKEX announces planned extension of derivatives after-hours trading
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced that, from March 2027, the closing time of its derivatives after-hours trading session is planned to move from 3:00 a.m. to 4:15 a.m. A further extension to 5:15 a.m. in November 2027 is under consideration, subject to market feedback and regulatory approval.
2026
Hong Kong Exchanges launches AI and semiconductor indices
Hong Kong Exchanges launched an artificial intelligence index tracking 40 Hong Kong-listed companies related to the AI industry chain and a semiconductor index tracking 30 large Hong Kong-listed semiconductor-related companies.
2026
HKEX launches HKEX Green Equity label program
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) launched the voluntary HKEX Green Equity label program on October 20, 2026. Applications opened that day; companies must pass an independent assessment against the program's framework to qualify for the label.
2021
HKEX launches MSCI China A50 Connect Index futures
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing launched the MSCI China A50 Connect Index futures contract, a new A-share derivatives product intended to provide investors a tool to manage portfolio risk.
2021
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing and Hong Kong Science Park sign cooperation memorandum
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing and Hong Kong Science Park signed a memorandum to explore cooperation in biotechnology and financial technology. The arrangement allows HKEX to draw on Hong Kong Science Park's biotechnology experts for advice on listing applications, while the park may share expertise when needed.
2021
HKEX appoints Alejandro Aguzin as group CEO
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing appointed Alejandro Aguzin as group chief executive from May 24, 2021, for a three-year term ending May 23, 2024.
2021
Dai Zhijian retires as HKEX acting group CEO
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing said Dai Zhijian retired as acting group CEO and an ex-officio member of the board on May 23, 2021; he continued as co-president and chief operating officer.
2021
SF REIT announces planned Hong Kong listing
SF REIT planned to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange main board on May 17, 2021, and announced a global offering of 520 million fund units. The listing and offering were described as plans, not completed events.
2021
HKEX announced investment in Guangzhou Futures Exchange
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced an investment of RMB 210 million for a 7% stake in the newly established Guangzhou Futures Exchange.
2020
Ant Group announces plan to pursue simultaneous Shanghai and Hong Kong listings
Ant Group announced that it would seek a simultaneous offering and listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's STAR Market and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's Main Board. This was an announced plan, not a completed listing.
2020
Ocumension begins Hong Kong Stock Exchange trading after IPO
Ocumension Therapeutics began trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after an IPO that raised approximately HK$1.424 billion.
2020
Hong Kong Exchanges launches first 10 MSCI index futures contracts
Hong Kong Exchanges launched the first 10 futures contracts under its new index licensing agreement with MSCI; the contracts are denominated in U.S. dollars and track equities in eight markets.
2020
HKEX and MSCI sign index licensing agreement
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced that its Hong Kong Futures Exchange and MSCI signed a licensing agreement for a planned series of futures and options based on MSCI Asia and emerging-market indexes in Hong Kong, subject to regulatory approval and market conditions.
2020
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announces SPSA Centralized Management Service
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced the planned launch of its SPSA Centralized Management Service in the first half of 2020, subject to approval by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and market readiness. The optional service is intended to help fund managers improve pre-trade monitoring efficiency for Northbound Stock Connect sell orders and calculate average prices at fund-manager level.
2019
Alibaba announces launch of Hong Kong listing
Alibaba announced on November 15 that it had formally launched its Hong Kong listing process. The company said it would list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange main board under stock code 9988 and planned to issue 500 million new ordinary shares.
2019
Alibaba announces Hong Kong IPO plan
Alibaba Group submitted preliminary offering documents to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and planned a global offering of 500 million newly issued ordinary shares for a Hong Kong listing.
2019
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing withdraws offer for London Stock Exchange Group
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced that it would not continue its offer to acquire London Stock Exchange Group, ending its proposed combination with the company.