HKEX(HK:00388) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-10-16 08:16Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) currently has approximately 280 companies that have submitted A1 listing applications, with about half being technology companies and around 30 being chip-related companies [1] - In recent years, there has been a significant increase in hardware and hard technology companies listing in Hong Kong, compared to earlier years when most were software companies [4] - In 2023, HKEX introduced Chapter 18C to support specialized technology companies in sectors such as semiconductors, robotics and automation, and artificial intelligence to list in Hong Kong [4] Group 2 - In May 2023, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and HKEX jointly launched the "Tech Company Fast Track," establishing a dedicated team to provide listing guidance for specialized technology companies under Chapter 18C, allowing them to submit materials confidentially [5] - The dedicated consultation service channel enables quality chip companies to seek expert advice before listing [5] - HKEX will regularly update the themes covered under Chapter 18C based on the latest technological trends [5]