Group 1 - Nasdaq plans to modify listing rules, requiring companies primarily operating in China to raise at least $25 million in their public offerings, equivalent to nearly HKD 200 million [1] - Deloitte's South China managing partner, Ou Zhenxing, noted that the Hong Kong Stock Exchange has a lower fundraising threshold compared to Nasdaq, but companies must still meet listing criteria including profitability [1] - The proposal aims to strengthen liquidity and shareholder base for smaller listed companies, preventing excessive concentration of shares that could lead to significant price volatility [1] Group 2 - Nasdaq intends to increase the public float market value requirement for new listings to a minimum of $15 million and expedite the delisting process for companies with low trading volumes [1] - Approximately 80% of Chinese companies listed on Nasdaq in the first half of the year raised less than $25 million, indicating that smaller companies may consider listing on Hong Kong's GEM, although current liquidity and lack of institutional investors may limit this option [1]