Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (00388.HK) [1] Core Views - The report highlights significant growth in trading fees and listing fees, driven by high market activity and low operational expenditure growth [1][2] - The company achieved a revenue of HKD 21.851 billion for the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 37%, with net profit rising by 45% to HKD 13.419 billion [1] - The report anticipates continued profitability growth, with projected net profits of HKD 17.786 billion, HKD 19.152 billion, and HKD 20.811 billion for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [4] Revenue Breakdown - Trading and transaction fees, listing fees, settlement and clearing fees, and market data fees showed year-on-year growth rates of 57%, 17%, 66%, and 8% respectively, contributing to the overall revenue [1][2] - The average daily trading volume for equity securities increased by 132% year-on-year, leading to a 123% rise in trading fee income [2] - The number of new listings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange increased by 24 to a total of 69, with IPO and refinancing amounts growing by 239% and 274% respectively [3] Profitability Forecast - The report projects earnings per share (EPS) of HKD 14.07, HKD 15.12, and HKD 16.40 for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, with corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 30, 28, and 26 [4][8] - The return on equity (ROE) is expected to rise to 31.8% in 2025, indicating strong profitability [8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Strong Buy" investment rating with a target price of 515.00 HKD, indicating a potential upside of 21% from the current price of 425.6 HKD [2][9]. Core Insights - The company reported record-high total revenue of 21.9 billion HKD in Q3 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 37%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 13.4 billion HKD, up 45% year-on-year, and EBITDA reached 17.2 billion HKD, reflecting a 48% increase year-on-year [6][9]. - The report highlights strong performance across various business segments, with significant growth in spot trading and derivatives, driven by increased international capital inflow into the Hong Kong market [6][9]. - The report projects continued growth in net profit for the years 2025 to 2027, with expected figures of 17.8 billion HKD, 19.9 billion HKD, and 21.3 billion HKD respectively, indicating year-on-year growth rates of 36%, 12%, and 7% [9]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Q3 2025 total revenue was 21.9 billion HKD, with a 37% year-on-year increase. Net profit was 13.4 billion HKD, up 45% year-on-year, and EBITDA was 17.2 billion HKD, reflecting a 48% increase year-on-year. The EBITDA margin improved to 79%, up 5 percentage points year-on-year [6][9]. - The revenue breakdown for Q3 2025 shows significant contributions from various segments: spot trading (11.1 billion HKD, +75% YoY), equity securities and derivatives (5.3 billion HKD, +17% YoY), and others [6][9]. Market Activity - The report notes that the Hong Kong IPO market remains robust, with 69 new listings in Q3 2025, raising 188.3 billion HKD, more than three times the amount raised in Q3 2024 [7][9]. - The average daily trading volume (ADT) for the Hong Kong Stock Exchange reached 238.7 billion HKD in Q3 2025, a 132% increase year-on-year, indicating heightened trading activity [6][9]. Investment Outlook - The report emphasizes the favorable macroeconomic environment, including easing US-China tensions and supportive national policies, which are expected to sustain investor interest in Hong Kong and Asian assets [9]. - The projected financials for the upcoming years indicate a strong growth trajectory, with total revenue expected to reach 29.3 billion HKD in 2025, a 31% increase from 2024 [8][9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [3][8] Core Insights - The company reported a total revenue of HKD 21.85 billion for the first nine months of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 37%. The main revenue reached HKD 20.44 billion, up 41% year-on-year, while net profit was HKD 13.42 billion, reflecting a 45% increase year-on-year [6][8] - The report highlights strong trading and settlement fee income driven by active market transactions, while investment income showed a temporary decline [2][8] - The report anticipates continued active trading in the Hong Kong stock market, supported by the return of quality Chinese assets and the extension of connectivity between mainland China and Hong Kong [8] Financial Data and Earnings Forecast - The company’s projected financials for 2023 to 2027 are as follows: - Revenue: HKD 20.52 billion (2023), HKD 22.37 billion (2024), HKD 28.27 billion (2025E), HKD 31.43 billion (2026E), HKD 32.44 billion (2027E) - Net profit: HKD 11.86 billion (2023), HKD 13.05 billion (2024), HKD 17.73 billion (2025E), HKD 19.76 billion (2026E), HKD 20.76 billion (2027E) - Earnings per share: HKD 9.36 (2023), HKD 10.29 (2024), HKD 13.98 (2025E), HKD 15.58 (2026E), HKD 16.37 (2027E) [7][9] - The report indicates a significant increase in trading fees and settlement fees, with trading fees reaching HKD 7.81 billion (39% of total revenue) and settlement fees at HKD 5.27 billion (26% of total revenue) for the first nine months of 2025 [8][9] Market Performance - The report notes that the Hong Kong stock market's IPO fundraising reached HKD 188.3 billion in the first nine months of 2025, which is more than three times the amount from the same period last year [8] - The average daily trading (ADT) for Hong Kong stocks was HKD 2.387 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 132%, with a record high of HKD 2.679 trillion in the third quarter of 2025 [8]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) announced the initiation of a tender process for the audit work for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 [1] - KPMG has been selected as the external auditor for the HKEX group for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, pending approval from shareholders at the 2026 annual general meeting [1] - PwC will continue as the auditor for the fiscal year 2025, with their term ending at the conclusion of the 2026 annual general meeting [1]

Core Insights - Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) reported record high revenue and profit for the first three quarters of 2025, with total revenue and other income reaching HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% increase from 2024, and shareholder profit rising 45% to HKD 13.419 billion [2][3] Financial Performance - Total revenue and other income for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 21.851 billion, up 37% from HKD 15.993 billion in 2024 [3] - Major business revenue increased by 41% to HKD 20.438 billion [3] - Shareholder profit reached HKD 13.419 billion, a 45% increase from HKD 9.270 billion in 2024 [3] - EBITDA rose 48% to HKD 17.164 billion [3] - Basic earnings per share increased by 45% to HKD 10.62 [3] Market Activity - The average daily trading volume in the cash market reached HKD 2,564 billion, more than double that of the first three quarters of 2024 [5] - The derivatives market saw an 11% increase in average daily contracts traded, reaching 1.7 million contracts [5] - The average daily trading volume for the third quarter of 2025 hit a record high of HKD 2,864 billion, more than double that of the same period in 2024 [6] - The Stock Connect program recorded significant growth, with average daily trading volumes for the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect increasing by 67% and 229%, respectively [6] IPO Market Performance - Hong Kong's IPO market remained strong, with 69 new listings in the first three quarters of 2025, raising a total of HKD 188.3 billion, more than three times the amount raised in the same period of 2024 [8] - In the third quarter of 2025, 25 new companies listed, raising HKD 78.9 billion, with increases of 67% and 87% in the number of new listings and funds raised compared to the same quarter in 2024 [8] - The number of IPO applications in process reached 297, tripling from 84 at the end of 2024 [8] Strategic Developments - HKEX implemented several reform measures, including new regulations for IPO pricing and allocation to enhance market stability and balance investor participation [9] - The exchange successfully managed trading operations during adverse weather conditions, demonstrating its resilience as a global financial center [9]

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Core Insights - Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) reported record high revenues and profits for the first three quarters of 2025, with total revenue and other income reaching HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% increase from the same period in 2024, and shareholder profit rising 45% to HKD 13.419 billion [1][2][4] Financial Performance - Total revenue and other income for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 21.851 billion, up 37% from HKD 15.993 billion in 2024 [2] - Major business revenue increased by 41% to HKD 20.438 billion [2] - The net investment income from the company's funds decreased by 8% to HKD 1.298 billion [2] - Operating expenses rose by 7% to HKD 4.453 billion [2] - EBITDA (non-HKFRS measure) increased by 48% to HKD 17.164 billion [2] - Basic earnings per share reached HKD 10.62, a 45% increase from HKD 7.33 in 2024 [2] Market Activity - The average daily trading volume in the cash market reached HKD 2,564 billion, more than double that of the first three quarters of 2024, while the derivatives market saw an 11% increase in average daily contracts traded [4] - The overall average daily trading amount for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 2,564 billion, a 126% increase from the same period in 2024 [4] - In September 2025, the average daily trading amount exceeded HKD 3,000 billion for the first time, reaching a record high of HKD 3,167 billion [4] Stock Market Performance - The Hong Kong IPO market remained strong, with 69 new listings in the first three quarters of 2025, raising a total of HKD 188.3 billion, more than three times the amount raised in the same period in 2024 [8] - In the third quarter of 2025, 25 new companies were listed, raising HKD 78.9 billion, with the number of new listings and funds raised increasing by 67% and 87% respectively compared to the same quarter in 2024 [8] - The number of IPO applications in process increased to 297 by September 30, 2025, tripling from 84 applications at the end of 2024 [8] Strategic Developments - HKEX implemented several reform measures, including new regulations for IPO pricing and public market rules aimed at enhancing the robustness of the IPO pricing and allocation mechanisms [9] - The first phase of lowering the minimum tick size was successfully implemented, with further phases planned based on the initial review [9] - HKEX demonstrated resilience during adverse weather conditions, maintaining smooth operations and high trading volumes [9]

Core Insights - Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) reported record high revenues and profits for the first three quarters of 2025, with total revenue and other income reaching HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% increase compared to the same period in 2024, and shareholder profit rising by 45% to HKD 13.419 billion [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Total revenue and other income for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 21.851 billion, up 37% from HKD 15.993 billion in 2024 [2] - Major business revenue increased by 41% to HKD 20.438 billion [2] - Shareholder profit reached HKD 13.419 billion, a 45% increase from HKD 9.270 billion in 2024 [2] - EBITDA rose by 48% to HKD 17.164 billion [2] - Basic earnings per share increased by 45% to HKD 10.62 [2] Market Activity - The average daily trading amount in the cash market reached HKD 2.564 billion, more than double that of the same period in 2024, with a record high of HKD 3.167 billion in September 2025 [3] - The average daily trading volume for the Stock Connect program saw significant growth, with average daily trading amounts of RMB 2.064 billion and RMB 1.259 billion for the Shanghai-Hong Kong and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connects, respectively, both marking historical highs [4] IPO Market - The Hong Kong IPO market remained robust, with 69 new listings in the first three quarters of 2025, raising a total of HKD 188.3 billion, more than three times the amount raised in the same period in 2024 [5] - In Q3 2025, 25 new companies were listed, raising HKD 78.9 billion, with increases of 67% in the number of new listings and 87% in capital raised compared to Q3 2024 [5] - The number of IPO applications in process reached 297, tripling from 84 at the end of 2024 [5] Strategic Developments - HKEX is implementing various strategic reforms to enhance market diversification and liquidity, aiming to build a diversified asset ecosystem for long-term development [1][6] - New regulations for IPO pricing and public market rules were introduced to improve the robustness of the pricing and allocation mechanisms [7] - HKEX successfully managed trading operations during adverse weather conditions, demonstrating its resilience as a global financial center [7]