As one of the leading IPO centres globally, Hong Kong markets have between 2014 and 2023 raised funds reaching HK$2.29 trillion, as investors and issuers from across the world have been drawn to Asia’s most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
HKEX has proactively enhanced its listing regime to improve market attractiveness in recent years, with new listing rule changes in April 2018 helping establish Hong Kong as a global new economy marketplace.
Stock Connect is a unique collaboration between the Hong Kong, Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges; it allows international and Mainland Chinese investors to trade securities in each other's markets through the trading and clearing facilities in Hong Kong or the Mainland. First launched in November 2014, the scheme now covers over 2,000 eligible equities in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. Learn more about Stock Connect.
With a focus on new economy innovation, HKEX is actively building product diversity on its market. Many high growth technology companies have chosen to launch their IPOs or secondary listings in Hong Kong. Their listings have transformed the composition of our market.
Strong growth momentum in new economy company fundraising since new listing rules:
【2】Total funds raised contribution refers to new economy funds raised as a percentage of total funds raised in that year.
【3】Total market cap contribution refers to the market cap of new economy companies listed in a particular year as a percentage of total market cap as of 2023.
Working alongside innovators, research institutes, investors and the wider global healthcare industry, HKEX is committed to supporting the sector, by providing platforms that help steer the industry towards investments and growth. The industry is currently going through a global period of rapid change and expansion. Reforms within the global healthcare industry such as the accelerated review and approval of drugs, and the expansion of the reimbursement scheme have provided a real catalyst for transformation and innovation across this sector in Mainland China.
We offer a choice of routes for companies to the Hong Kong markets; and offer our Issuers step-by-step support on the journey to listing.
Main Board
A market for more established companies that satisfy our financial and track record requirements. Companies listed on our Main Board range from conglomerates, banks and property developers to internet companies and healthcare providers. Issuers can choose to list on the Hong Kong Main Board in the form of shares or Hong Kong depository receipts.
GEM
A market for small and mid-sized companies, with less stringent eligibility criteria but similar continuing obligations as the Main Board.
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We know that an IPO is one of the most significant events for any company. We are here, every step of the way:
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