HKEX(HK:00388) Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-07-23 14:25Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index has outperformed globally in the first half of the year, rising over 20% due to strong investment interest from international and mainland Chinese investors [1][3] - The average daily trading volume of Hong Kong stocks increased by 82% year-on-year to HKD 240 billion [1] - The Hong Kong stock equity financing market saw significant growth, with new stock financing reaching USD 14.1 billion in the first half of 2025, a 695% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [3] Group 2 - The new stock financing amount in Hong Kong for the first half of 2025 surpassed the total financing amounts for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024 [3] - Eight A-share companies listed in Hong Kong in the first half of 2025, raising a total of USD 10.1 billion, primarily to expand their international presence [3] - The Hong Kong new stock market has maintained strong momentum in July, with eight companies successfully listing in the first two weeks [3]