HKEX(HK:00388) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-10-20 03:12Core Insights - Hong Kong's ETF market ranks third globally in liquidity, with an average daily trading volume of HKD 37.8 billion from the beginning of the year to September 30, surpassing South Korea [1] - The asset management scale of the Hong Kong ETP market has increased by 32% year-on-year to HKD 653 billion, with the number of ETPs rising by 16% to 225 [1] - Three main factors contributing to the increase in average daily trading volume of ETFs include improved market structure, enhanced connectivity, and continuous innovation [1][2] Market Structure Improvements - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has implemented various measures to enhance market efficiency and promote liquidity, including the introduction of market makers for ETFs and leveraged and inverse products during pre-opening and closing auction trading sessions [1] Connectivity Enhancements - HKEX has increased its connectivity with the Middle East and some ASEAN markets, which remains crucial for the growth of the Hong Kong ETF market [2] Continuous Innovation - HKEX has introduced various new products to the ETF market, such as covered call option ETFs and recently launched single stock leveraged and inverse products, aiming to meet customer demands and bring suitable products to market [2] ETP Market Growth - As of October 16, HKEX has welcomed 41 new ETPs in 2025, exceeding the previous year's record for ETP issuances [2] - The average daily trading volume of income-generating ETFs has increased to over HKD 200 million, with an asset management scale of approximately HKD 23.4 billion [2] - Currently, there are 29 leveraged and inverse products with a total market value of about HKD 28 billion, accounting for 4.3% of the overall ETP market, and their average daily trading volume is HKD 3.6 billion, representing 9.5% of the entire ETP market [2]