“猴子军团”小作文扰动港股打新市场 接近监管人士：纯属谣言

Core Viewpoint - The rumors regarding the so-called "Monkey Army" participating in the Hong Kong IPO market are unfounded and technically unfeasible, according to market experts and regulatory insights [1][2][4]. Group 1: Rumors and Their Origins - The "Monkey Army" rumor originated from a mainland self-media article in early January, which lacked credible sources and was based on speculation [2]. - The claim that a large number of fake accounts were created to participate in the Hong Kong IPO market is considered a malicious cycle of misinformation [2]. Group 2: Technical Feasibility - To participate in Hong Kong IPOs, individuals must open a securities account with a licensed broker in Hong Kong, which requires identity verification [2][3]. - The process described in the rumors, such as using non-personal bank accounts for transactions, is not possible due to strict anti-money laundering regulations in both Hong Kong and New Zealand [3]. Group 3: Regulatory Insights - The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) emphasized that all participants in IPOs must provide accurate identity verification information, and they monitor for compliance [4][5]. - The SFC will take appropriate regulatory actions if any violations are detected, although the likelihood of a large number of fake accounts is deemed very low by market professionals [5]. Group 4: Current IPO Market Context - The current IPO market in Hong Kong is active, with some popular companies attracting over 400,000 applicants, but this is still below the peak levels seen in 2020 and 2021 [6][7]. - The introduction of the FINI mechanism in November 2023 limits individuals to one account for IPO participation, which is expected to reduce the overall number of applicants compared to previous years [6].