Core Insights - As of July 31, 2025, the total assets of Hong Kong's foreign exchange fund amounted to HKD 41,026 billion, a decrease of HKD 1,945 billion compared to June 30, 2025 [1] Summary by Categories Foreign Exchange Fund Assets - The foreign currency assets decreased by HKD 1,061 billion, while Hong Kong dollar assets decreased by HKD 884 billion [1] - The reduction in foreign currency assets was primarily due to the sale of US dollars and a decrease in the month-end balance of securities purchased but not settled, although this decline was partially offset by interest income from investments [1] - The decrease in Hong Kong dollar assets was mainly attributed to a reduction in the month-end balance of foreign exchange fund notes and bonds that were subscribed but not settled [1] Monetary Base - The monetary base as of July 31, 2025, was HKD 20,426 billion, reflecting a decrease of HKD 776 billion, or 3.7%, compared to June 30, 2025 [1] - The reduction in the monetary base was primarily due to the purchase of Hong Kong dollars under the currency board system [1] Supporting Assets - The total amount of supporting assets decreased by HKD 733 billion to HKD 22,915 billion, a decline of 3.1% [1] - The decrease in supporting assets was mainly due to the sale of US dollars under the currency board system, although this decline was also partially offset by interest income from investments [1] - The support ratio increased from 111.54% at the end of June 2025 to 112.19% at the end of July 2025 [1]
香港金融管理局:截至7月底香港外汇基金总资产为41026亿港元
Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-29 09:03