Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-10-21 13:23Core Insights - Hong Kong has become the third largest ETP market globally, surpassing South Korea and Japan, with a total asset management scale of HKD 653.5 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 34.1% [1][2] - The average daily trading volume of ETPs reached HKD 37.8 billion by the end of September, marking a significant increase of 146% year-on-year, driven primarily by the popularity of technology-focused ETFs and cross-border trading through the Stock Connect programs [1][2] Group 1 - The ETP market in Hong Kong is experiencing explosive growth, with technology-related ETFs, particularly the flagship Hang Seng Tech Index ETP, significantly contributing to overall market expansion [1] - The average daily trading volume of ETFs through the Stock Connect programs reached HKD 4.2 billion and RMB 3.2 billion respectively, with a record high of HKD 9.1 billion in August [2] - A total of 290 eligible ETFs are available for trading through the Stock Connect, with expectations for more ETFs to be included in November, indicating a sustained increase in cross-border ETF trading activity [2]