港交所中期业绩创历史新高：营收净利双增，IPO募资额重回榜首

Core Insights - Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) reported record high interim results for the first half of 2025, with revenue and other income reaching HKD 14.076 billion, a 33% year-on-year increase, and shareholder profit rising 39% to HKD 8.519 billion [1] - The CEO of HKEX highlighted strong performance across various markets, including spot and derivatives, with significant increases in trading volumes and a resurgence in the IPO market [1][4] Revenue and Profit Growth - HKEX's core business revenue increased across the board, with main business revenue reaching HKD 12.954 billion, up 34% year-on-year, driven by record trading volumes in the spot and stock options markets [1] - The interim dividend was set at HKD 6.00 per share, reflecting a 38% increase compared to the previous year [1] Trading Volume Surge - The average daily trading volume in the securities market surged to HKD 240.2 billion, a remarkable 118% increase year-on-year, fueled by favorable market conditions and increased participation from international and mainland investors [2] - Northbound and southbound trading through the Stock Connect reached historical highs, with the Hong Kong Stock Connect averaging HKD 111 billion daily, a 196% increase year-on-year [2] IPO Market Recovery - The IPO market in Hong Kong saw a strong comeback, with 44 companies listed in the first half of 2025, raising a total of HKD 109.4 billion, a staggering increase of over 700% year-on-year [4] - Notably, CATL's IPO raised HKD 41 billion, marking the largest IPO in Hong Kong since February 2021 and the largest globally in 2023 [4] Listing Applications and Regulatory Changes - The number of listing applications being processed by HKEX surged to 207 by June 30, 2025, more than double the 84 applications at the end of 2024 [5] - HKEX and the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission launched a "Tech Company Fast Track" to attract more tech and biotech firms to list, allowing confidential submissions of applications [5][6] Future Outlook - HKEX plans to implement measures to enhance market competitiveness, including shortening the settlement cycle for the cash market and expanding paperless listing mechanisms [6]