HKEX(HK:00388) Shen Zhen Shang Bao·2025-08-21 23:04Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is considering a 24-hour trading mechanism in response to Nasdaq's plans to implement it in the second half of 2026 [1][2] - HKEX's CEO, Charles Li, emphasized the importance of strategic investments to maintain global competitiveness, particularly in data platform optimization and trading settlement system upgrades [1] - The Hang Seng Index has increased by 25.1% this year, ranking second among major global indices, only behind the South Korean Composite Index, which rose by 30.45% [1] Group 2 - Currently, the trading hours for Hong Kong stocks are 5.5 hours, while other major exchanges have longer trading hours, with Nasdaq at 6.5 hours [2] - If HKEX successfully implements the 24-hour trading mechanism, it will enhance its flexibility in trading hours and strengthen its position as an international financial center [2]