Group 1 - In 2025, 27 new stocks debuted in the Hong Kong market, with a 26% initial closing price drop rate, which is an improvement from the previous year's 32% [1] - The performance of new stocks showed significant divergence, with 10 stocks rising over 20% on their first day, and Ming En Bio leading with a 116.7% increase [1] - Retail investors are increasingly participating in Hong Kong IPOs, with over half of the IPO projects since May having subscription multiples exceeding 50 times [3] Group 2 - The difficulty of winning allocations in new stock subscriptions has increased, with only 10% or lower allocation rates for 9 new stocks, excluding SPAC listings [3] - The special IPO structure of Ningde Times has sparked discussions about "retail investor disenfranchisement," as it limits retail participation to 7.5% while institutional investors receive over 90% of allocations [3] - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is systematically reducing the influence of retail investors in new stock offerings, as indicated by the CEO's comments on increasing the proportion of institutional allocations [3][4] Group 3 - Industry experts agree that a high public offering ratio for new stocks may create selling pressure in the market, while institutional investors can provide stability [4] - There is a growing trend towards an institutional-led issuance model, as companies seek to minimize the impact of retail investors on their stock prices [4] - Concerns have been raised about the concentration of shares among large investors, which may lead to mispricing and increased volatility, suggesting a need for a balance between institutional stability and retail investor interests [4]

值得注意的是，近两年来，香港与中东地区频频互动，在双方合作不断加深的背景下，大量中东资金借道香港投 资内地资本市场和企业。近期不少港股新股中，都有中东资金的身影。 据了解，本次"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"以促进交流为题，云集超过500名来自沙特阿拉伯、中国内地、香港及世 界各地的金融界领导、监管机构、投资者及企业。论坛亦旨在链接投资者和企业，促进两地市场的资本流动，推 动市场发展、创新及合作。 证券时报记者 吴瞬 5月29日，由香港交易及结算所有限公司（香港交易所）与沙特证交所集团合办的第二届"香港—沙特资本市场论 坛"在香港金融大会堂举行。 双方对本次论坛都极为重视。证券时报记者在现场看到，本次论坛聚集了香港和沙特众多的财经、证券领域的关 键人物。香港方面包括香港财政司司长陈茂波，香港证监会主席黄天祐、行政总裁梁凤仪，香港交易所主席唐家 成及行政总裁陈翊庭等；沙特方面则有沙特证券交易所行政总裁Mohammed AlRumaih等出席。 "我们还在更广泛的地区发展了伙伴关系，我们看到了商业组织、金融机构、旅游机构之间的许多合作，以及更多 香港与中东之间的合作。事实上，我刚随香港代表团访问中东回来，在那里我们看到 ...

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the Premia Bank of China Saudi Islamic Bond ETF marks a significant step in the deepening financial cooperation between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia, enhancing capital flow between the Asia-Pacific and Middle Eastern markets [1][3][4]. Group 1: Financial Cooperation and Market Development - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) aims to act as a "super connector" to enhance financial market infrastructure and promote cooperation plans, providing Asian investors with new investment opportunities in the Gulf region [3][6]. - The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission emphasizes the importance of a balanced investment portfolio that includes equity, debt, and other assets, and looks forward to launching more products to diversify investment opportunities for international investors [3][6]. - The Premia Bank of China Saudi Islamic Bond ETF (03478) is the first ETF in Asia to invest in Islamic bonds, tracking the iBoxx Saudi Exchange Government and Agency Islamic Bond Index [4][5]. Group 2: Market Dynamics and Future Prospects - The HKEX's CEO highlighted the increasing synergy and capital flow potential between the Middle East, mainland China, and Hong Kong, indicating a shift in the global economic focus towards Asia [6]. - The Hong Kong IPO market is currently very active, with the financing amount reaching approximately 90% of last year's total, attracting global investors, including those from the Gulf region [6]. - The Hong Kong Financial Secretary pointed out that geopolitical factors create both challenges and opportunities, with Hong Kong serving as a financing platform for companies seeking global expansion [6][7].

值得注意的是，近两年来，香港与中东地区频频互动，在双方合作不断加深的背景下，大量中东资金借道香港投资中国资本市场和中国企业。近期不少港 股新股中，都有中东资金的身影。 促进两地市场合作 据了解，本次"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"以促进交流为题，云集超过500名来自沙特阿拉伯、中国内地、香港及世界各地的金融界领导、监管机构、投资 者及企业。论坛旨在连系投资者和企业，促进两地市场的资本流动，推动市场发展、创新及合作。 5月29日，由香港交易及结算所有限公司(香港交易所)与沙特证交所集团合办的第二届"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"在香港金融大会堂举行。 双方对本次论坛都极为重视。证券时报记者在现场看到，本次论坛聚集了中国香港和沙特众多的财经、证券领域的关键人物。中国香港方面包括香港财政 司司长陈茂波，香港证监会主席黄天祐、行政总裁梁凤仪，香港交易所主席唐家成及行政总裁陈翊庭等；沙特方面则有沙特证券交易所行政总裁 Mohammed AlRumaih等出席。 香港交易所及沙特证交所集团自2023年签订合作协议后不断深化战略伙伴关系，"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"正展现双方的合作成果。香港交易所利雅得开 设办事处亦将于今年内开幕，将进 ...

5月29日，由香港交易及结算所有限公司（香港交易所）与沙特证交所集团合办的第二届"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"在香港金融大会堂举行。 双方对本次论坛都极为重视。证券时报记者在现场看到，本次论坛聚集了中国香港和沙特众多的财经、证券领域的关键人物。中国香港方面包括香港财政司司长陈 茂波，香港证监会主席黄天祐、行政总裁梁凤仪，香港交易所主席唐家成及行政总裁陈翊庭等；沙特方面则有沙特证券交易所行政总裁Mohammed AlRumaih等出 席。 值得注意的是，近两年来，香港与中东地区频频互动，在双方合作不断加深的背景下，大量中东资金借道香港投资中国资本市场和中国企业。近期不少港股新股 中，都有中东资金的身影。 促进两地市场合作 据了解，本次"香港—沙特资本市场论坛"以促进交流为题，云集超过500名来自沙特阿拉伯、中国内地、香港及世界各地的金融界领导、监管机构、投资者及企业。 论坛旨在连系投资者和企业，促进两地市场的资本流动，推动市场发展、创新及合作。 "我们还在更广泛的地区发展了伙伴关系，我们看到了商业组织、金融机构、旅游机构之间的许多合作，以及更多香港与中东之间的合作。事实上，我刚从香港代表 团访问中东回来，在那里我们 ...

Group 1 - The second "Hong Kong-Saudi Capital Market Forum" was held in Hong Kong, focusing on promoting exchanges and investment opportunities among participants from Saudi Arabia, mainland China, Hong Kong, and globally [1] - Hong Kong's Financial Secretary emphasized the importance of connecting with outstanding Middle Eastern companies and leveraging Hong Kong's fundraising platform for mainland tech companies seeking overseas development [1][4] - The CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing highlighted the active Hong Kong securities and IPO markets this year, attracting global investors, particularly from the Gulf region [2] Group 2 - The Saudi capital market had a record year with 55 new listings and over $4.5 billion raised, marking a 14% year-on-year increase [2] - A new ETF tracking Saudi government bonds was launched, providing Asian investors with an additional investment option in the Saudi market [3] - The CEO of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission noted significant growth in the asset management scale of ETFs tracking Hong Kong stocks listed in Saudi Arabia, indicating a robust capital flow between Hong Kong and the Middle East [3] Group 3 - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority discussed agreements with Saudi Arabia for currency swap tools to encourage local enterprises to use RMB for settlements [4] - The forum facilitated over 600 meeting invitations between enterprises and investors from both regions, promoting business connections [4]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has established strong momentum in connecting with the Middle East market, with the first Saudi Arabian government bond listed on HKEX [2] - The Premia Bank of China Saudi Islamic Government Bond ETF, the first investment-grade Islamic bond ETF in Asia, was officially listed on HKEX on May 29, 2025, providing investors direct access to Saudi government and government agency bonds [2] - The CEO of the Saudi Exchange, Mohammed AlRumaih, stated that the successful issuance of the ETF on HKEX opens investment channels for global investors into the Saudi market, enhancing global asset diversification [2] Group 2 - In February 2023, HKEX signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Saudi Exchange to explore collaboration in multiple areas, including the launch of the largest Saudi ETF in Hong Kong, managing approximately 10 billion HKD in assets [3] - Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, emphasized that cooperation between Hong Kong and the Middle East extends beyond finance to include infrastructure and professional services, as the Middle East seeks economic diversification [3] - HKEX and the Saudi Exchange are promoting connectivity through capital markets, aiming to uncover opportunities within Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and share opportunities arising from China's development [3]

Group 1 - The second "Hong Kong-Saudi Capital Markets Forum" was held in Hong Kong, co-organized by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the Saudi Stock Exchange Group, focusing on the evolving landscape and opportunities in capital markets across Asia, the Middle East, and globally [1] - The forum, themed "Promoting Exchange," lasted for two days and included discussions on investment opportunities in different regions, as well as business matching activities [1] - Over 600 meetings were arranged between enterprises and investors from both markets, facilitated by collaboration with the Hong Kong SAR government's office for introducing key enterprises [1] Group 2 - The "Premia Bank of China Hong Kong Saudi Islamic Bond ETF" was officially launched at the forum, marking a significant development in the investment product offerings [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong stock market experienced a significant rise today, with major indices showing strong performance, particularly in the biotechnology and online retail sectors [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The Hang Seng Index increased by 1.35% and the Hang Seng Tech Index surged by 2.46% [1] - The total market turnover reached 226.855 billion HKD [1] Group 2: Sector Performance - The online retail sector showed strong gains, with Meituan (03690.HK) rising by 6.6%, Kuaishou (01024.HK) increasing by nearly 5%, and both Baidu (09888.HK) and Alibaba (09988.HK) up by nearly 2% [1] - The biotechnology sector also performed well, with WuXi AppTec (02126.HK) soaring by nearly 20% and WuXi Biologics (02269.HK) rising over 10% [1] Group 3: Specific Company Highlights - Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (00388.HK) was notably active, reaching an intraday high of 2.56% before closing up 2.4% at 400.4 HKD, marking the highest price since February 2022 [1]

Group 1 - Morgan Stanley's research report indicates that improvements in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's new listing channels and the potential return of Chinese concept stocks (with a total market value of $237 billion for 26 unlisted Chinese concept stocks) will benefit the long-term development of the Greater China stock market, with an expected 6% increase in earnings per share for the Hong Kong Stock Exchange by 2026 if all return to the Hong Kong market [1] - The Hong Kong stock market is experiencing a surge in technology company listings, with several core technology firms preparing to list in Hong Kong, positioning the exchange as a global technology capital hub [1] - The Shenzhen Financial Management Bureau has revealed plans to promote Greater Bay Area companies to list in Hong Kong and encourage H-share companies to return to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, further deepening the financial market connectivity between the two regions [1] Group 2 - CITIC Securities points out that Hong Kong's capital market has formed a complete and developed financial system, with significant weights in finance, real estate, technology, and consumer sectors [1] - Benefiting from the global reassessment of Chinese assets and national policy support, the Hong Kong stock market is becoming a strategic location for global capital allocation of Chinese technology assets [1] - With the optimization of Hong Kong's listing rules (18A, 18C, and "Special Line for Technology Enterprises"), high-quality Chinese technology companies are accelerating their listings in Hong Kong, pushing the market into a new era of Chinese technology [1] Group 3 - Continuous inflow of southbound funds has led to the highest allocation ratio of active equity funds in Hong Kong stocks in nearly five years by the first quarter of 2025, with the technology sector increasingly becoming an important entry point for investing in China's technological rise [1] - The improvement in liquidity in the Hong Kong market, combined with the trend of Chinese concept stocks returning amid US-China tensions, has significantly increased the weight of the technology industry, with leading companies in core fields such as semiconductors, new energy, and cloud computing gathering in Hong Kong, highlighting its strategic position in the technology sector [1]