港交所CEO陈翊庭：新经济公司已经成为香港新股市场融资主力军

Core Insights - The seventh Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Financial Development Forum was held in Guangzhou, focusing on comprehensive financial cooperation and development [1] - Hong Kong's financial market raised HKD 127.9 billion from January to July this year, ranking first globally, with over 200 listing applications currently being processed, many from high-tech companies in the Greater Bay Area [1] - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has optimized its listing system for new economy companies, allowing dual-class share structures and biotech firms without revenue to list, with at least 60% of the financing coming from sectors like pharmaceuticals, new energy, and TMT [1] Listing and Regulatory Developments - In October 2024, HKEX and the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission will streamline the approval process for eligible A-share companies seeking to list in Hong Kong [1] - By May 2025, HKEX will launch a technology-focused channel to further optimize the application process for specialized technology and biotech companies [1] - In August 2025, HKEX will enhance new stock pricing and public holding requirements, easing restrictions to improve pricing efficiency and international competitiveness [1] Market Connectivity and Collaboration - The Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect has seen active trading, with cumulative transactions reaching approximately RMB 116 trillion by the end of July this year [2] - HKEX is collaborating with the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges to include block trading in the connectivity mechanism and optimize the inclusion of RMB counters in the Hong Kong Stock Connect [2] - HKEX is also working on a comprehensive fund platform with the Shenzhen Stock Exchange to enhance the fund distribution network and market efficiency [2] - The establishment of HKEX's subsidiary in Shenzhen, with over 200 employees, aims to leverage the region's technological and talent advantages to enhance market competitiveness [2]