Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2026-02-26 12:09Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) reported a record total revenue and other income of HKD 29.2 billion for the year 2025, a 30% increase from 2024, leading to a shareholder profit of HKD 17.8 billion, up 36% year-on-year [1] - In 2025, Hong Kong's IPO activity was particularly vibrant, with a total of 119 new listings raising HKD 286.9 billion, more than three times the amount raised in 2024, and two companies ranked among the top five globally for IPO fundraising [1] - The average daily trading volume for the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect reached RMB 212.4 billion in 2025, a 42% increase from 2024, while the average daily trading volume for the Hong Kong Stock Connect hit HKD 121.1 billion, up 151% year-on-year [1] Group 2 - The HKEX's CEO, Charles Li, noted that nearly half of the new IPOs in 2025 were companies expanding into international markets, attracting cornerstone investors from North America, Europe, the Middle East, and other regions [1] - The HKEX's "Tech Company" special line has gained popularity, with over 100 of the more than 400 companies currently in the queue being specifically served by this initiative [2] - The HKEX is considering expanding the scope of confidential IPO applications and will carefully evaluate various factors to enhance the competitiveness of the Hong Kong market [3]