HKEX(HK:00388) 智通财经网·2025-08-19 06:22Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has taken a significant step in establishing a commodities trading ecosystem by approving eight recognized warehouses for the London Metal Exchange (LME) in Hong Kong, with over 8,000 tons of LME-approved metals now stored [1] Group 1: Market Development - The establishment of LME delivery warehouses in Hong Kong is expected to reduce delivery costs for mainland metal users and attract more companies to participate in Hong Kong's commodities industry chain [1] - Hong Kong's role as an international financial center positions it to connect China, the world's largest industrial metal consumer, with the LME, the most active metal trading market globally [1] Group 2: Future Opportunities - The HKEX and LME plan to maintain close communication with the industry to explore unlimited opportunities in developing the commodities ecosystem in Hong Kong [1]