Core Insights - The Hong Kong stock market's total market capitalization reached HKD 49.9 trillion by the end of September, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 35% [1] - The average daily trading volume in September was HKD 316.7 billion, marking an 87% increase compared to the same month last year [3] - For the first nine months of the year, the average daily trading volume was HKD 256.4 billion, which represents a 126% year-on-year growth [1] Trading Activity - The average daily trading volume for Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) in the first nine months was HKD 34.2 billion, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 163% [3] - Leveraged and inverse products also saw a 50% year-on-year increase in average daily trading volume during the same period [3] - The average daily trading volume for derivative warrants increased by 64% year-on-year [3] Derivatives Market - In the derivatives market, the average daily trading volume for stock options exceeded 886,000 contracts in the first nine months, reflecting a 27% year-on-year growth [3] - The average daily trading volume for futures and options increased by 11% compared to the same period last year [3] - The average daily trading volume for Renminbi currency futures grew by 25% year-on-year, while stock futures saw a 7% increase [3]

Market Overview - The total market capitalization of the Hong Kong securities market reached HKD 49.9 trillion by the end of September 2025, a 35% increase from HKD 36.9 trillion in the same period last year [1] - The average daily trading amount in September was HKD 316.7 billion, up 87% from HKD 169.2 billion in the same month last year [1] - For the first nine months of 2025, the average daily trading amount was HKD 256.4 billion, a 126% increase from HKD 113.3 billion in the same period last year [1] Derivative Products Market - The average daily trading volume of futures and options for the first nine months of 2025 was 1,681,869 contracts, an 11% increase from 1,515,613 contracts in the same period last year [2] - The average daily trading volume of stock options was 886,323 contracts, up 27% from 698,817 contracts year-on-year [2] - The average daily trading volume of stock futures was 8,616 contracts, a 7% increase from 8,026 contracts in the previous year [2] New Listings and Fundraising - There were 69 new listings in the first nine months of 2025, a 53% increase from 45 new listings in the same period last year [1] - The total fundraising amount for initial public offerings (IPOs) in the first nine months was HKD 182.9 billion, a 229% increase from HKD 55.6 billion year-on-year [1] - The total fundraising amount for the first nine months reached HKD 444 billion, up 252% from HKD 126.1 billion in the same period last year [1] Historical Records - On September 17, 2025, the weekly trading volume of stock options reached a historical high of 277,589 contracts [3]

Market Overview - The total market capitalization of the Hong Kong securities market reached HKD 46.6 trillion at the end of August 2025, a 47% increase from HKD 31.8 trillion in the same period last year [1] - The average daily trading amount in August was HKD 279.1 billion, up 192% from HKD 95.5 billion year-on-year [1] - For the first eight months of 2025, the average daily trading amount was HKD 248.3 billion, a 132% increase from HKD 106.8 billion in the same period last year [1] Derivative Products - The average daily trading volume of futures and options for the first eight months of 2025 was 1,660,900 contracts, a 13% increase from 1,473,911 contracts year-on-year [2] - The average daily trading volume of stock options was 863,627 contracts, up 29% from 670,560 contracts in the previous year [2] - The average daily trading volume of RMB currency futures was 112,121 contracts, a 30% increase from 86,010 contracts year-on-year [2] New Listings and Fundraising - There were 59 new listed companies in the first eight months of 2025, a 37% increase from 43 companies in the same period last year [1] - The total amount raised through initial public offerings (IPOs) was HKD 134.5 billion, a significant increase of 579% from HKD 19.8 billion year-on-year [1] - The total fundraising amount for the first eight months reached HKD 368.8 billion, up 322% from HKD 87.3 billion in the previous year [1]

Group 1 - The average daily trading volume in the Hong Kong market for the first half of 2025 reached HKD 240.2 billion, a significant increase of 118% compared to HKD 110.4 billion in the same period last year [1] - As of June 30, 2025, the market capitalization of the Hong Kong market was HKD 42.7 trillion, up 33% from HKD 32.1 trillion year-on-year [1] - The average daily trading volume of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) surged to HKD 33.8 billion, representing a 184% increase from HKD 11.9 billion in the previous year, driven by the expansion of the ETF Connect program and the continuous listing of new ETF products [1] Group 2 - The average daily trading volume of the Hong Kong Stock Connect under the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Connect mechanisms was HKD 110.96 billion, reflecting a 195% increase year-on-year [1] - The daily trading volume of Renminbi currency futures rose to 115,200 contracts, a year-on-year growth of 43%, indicating the increasing role of Renminbi-denominated instruments in the active Renminbi product ecosystem [1] - The average daily trading volume of futures and options in the derivatives market increased to 1.7 million contracts, marking an 11% year-on-year growth, showcasing the resilience and innovative momentum of Hong Kong's capital market [2]

Core Insights - The Hong Kong market achieved record highs in the first half of 2025, with significant increases in trading volumes and market capitalization [1][5]. Group 1: Market Trading Volume - The average daily trading amount on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange reached HKD 240.2 billion, a 118% increase from HKD 110.4 billion in the same period last year, marking the highest level since 2010 [3]. - The average daily trading amount for the Stock Connect program under the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect was HKD 110.96 billion, reflecting a 195% year-on-year growth [3]. Group 2: Market Capitalization - As of June 30, 2025, the market capitalization of Hong Kong reached HKD 42.7 trillion, up 33% from HKD 32.1 trillion a year earlier [5]. - The first half of 2025 is characterized as a breakthrough period for the Hong Kong capital market, showcasing resilience and innovative momentum [5]. Group 3: Growth in Specific Product Categories - The daily trading amount of ETFs surged to HKD 33.8 billion, with a year-on-year increase of 184%, driven by the expansion of the ETF mutual access program and the continuous launch of new ETF products [9]. - The daily trading amount of leveraged and inverse products increased by 75% year-on-year [9]. - The average daily trading volume of futures and options rose to approximately 1.7003 million contracts, an 11% increase from about 1.5327 million contracts in the same period last year [9]. - The daily trading volume of RMB currency futures reached approximately 115,200 contracts, reflecting a 43% year-on-year growth, indicating the growing role of RMB-denominated instruments [9].

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange reported record highs in the first half of 2025, with significant performance in the secondary market and a notable increase in trading volumes for both stocks and derivatives [1][3] - The average daily trading amount reached HKD 240.2 billion, a 118% increase from HKD 110.4 billion in the same period last year, marking the highest level since 2010 [3] - The total market capitalization of the Hong Kong market increased to HKD 42.7 trillion by the end of June 2025, up 33% from HKD 32.1 trillion a year earlier, reflecting the resilience and innovative momentum of the capital market [3] Group 2 - The average daily trading amount for the Stock Connect program under the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect reached HKD 110.96 billion, a 195% increase year-on-year [3] - The trading volume for ETFs surged to HKD 33.8 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 184%, driven by the expansion of the ETF interconnection plan and the continuous launch of new products [3] - The derivatives market saw an average daily trading volume of approximately 1.7003 million contracts, an 11% increase compared to the same period last year, with RMB currency futures daily trading volume rising by 43% to approximately 115,200 contracts [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant growth in Hong Kong's market performance in the first half of 2025, with a notable increase in trading volumes and market capitalization compared to the previous year [1][2]. - The average daily trading amount in the Hong Kong market reached HKD 240.2 billion in the first half of 2025, a 118% increase from HKD 110.4 billion in the same period last year [1]. - As of June 30, 2025, the market capitalization of Hong Kong stood at HKD 42.7 trillion, reflecting a 33% growth from HKD 32.1 trillion a year earlier [1]. Group 2 - The average daily trading amount for Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) surged to HKD 33.8 billion, marking a 184% increase from HKD 11.9 billion in the same period last year, driven by the expansion of the ETF Connect program and the continuous listing of new ETF products [1]. - Under the Stock Connect mechanism, the average daily trading amount for Hong Kong Stock Connect reached HKD 110.96 billion, a 195% increase compared to the previous year [1]. - The daily trading volume of Renminbi currency futures rose to 115,200 contracts, a 43% year-on-year increase, indicating the growing role of Renminbi-denominated instruments in an increasingly active product ecosystem [1]. Group 3 - In the derivatives market, the average daily trading volume of futures and options increased to 1.7 million contracts, reflecting an 11% year-on-year growth [2]. - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange characterized the first half of 2025 as a breakthrough period for the capital market, showcasing resilience and innovative momentum that continues to attract international capital and provide diverse investment tools for investors [2].

Group 1 - The average daily trading volume in Hong Kong's stock market reached 240.2 billion HKD in the first half of 2025, marking a 118% increase from 110.4 billion HKD in the same period last year, the highest since 2010 [2][6] - The market capitalization of Hong Kong reached 42.7 trillion HKD by the end of June 2025, up 33% from 32.1 trillion HKD a year earlier, indicating a robust capital market [6] - The average daily trading volume of the Hong Kong Stock Connect under the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Connect mechanisms was 110.96 billion HKD, reflecting a 195% increase year-on-year [5] Group 2 - The daily trading volume of ETFs surged to 33.8 billion HKD, with a year-on-year increase of 184%, driven by the expansion of the ETF mutual access program and the continuous launch of new ETF products [7] - The daily trading volume of leveraged and inverse products increased by 75% year-on-year, highlighting Hong Kong's position as a leading diversified ecosystem for such products in Asia [7] - The daily trading volume of RMB currency futures rose to approximately 115,200 contracts, a 43% increase year-on-year, showcasing the growing role of RMB-denominated instruments in the active RMB product ecosystem [9]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong market has shown remarkable growth in the first half of 2025, with significant increases in trading volume and market capitalization, indicating strong resilience and innovation in attracting international capital [2]. Group 1: Market Performance - The average daily trading volume on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange reached HKD 240.2 billion, a 118% increase from HKD 110.4 billion in the same period last year, marking the highest level since 2010 [4]. - The average daily trading volume under the Stock Connect mechanism for Hong Kong stocks was HKD 110.96 billion, reflecting a 195% year-on-year growth [6]. Group 2: Market Capitalization - As of the end of June 2025, the market capitalization of Hong Kong reached HKD 42.7 trillion, up 33% from HKD 32.1 trillion a year earlier, highlighting a breakthrough period for the capital market [8]. Group 3: Product Segmentation - The daily trading volume of ETFs surged to HKD 33.8 billion, with a year-on-year increase of 184%, driven by the expansion of the ETF mutual access program and the continuous launch of new ETF products [12]. - Leveraged and inverse products saw a 75% increase in daily trading volume, while the average daily trading volume of futures and options rose to approximately 1.7003 million contracts, an 11% increase from about 1.5327 million contracts last year [12]. - The daily trading volume of RMB currency futures increased to approximately 115,200 contracts, reflecting a 43% year-on-year growth, indicating the growing role of RMB-denominated instruments in the active RMB product ecosystem [12].

Core Insights - The Hong Kong market's market capitalization increased to HKD 42.7 trillion in the first half of 2025, representing a 33% growth compared to the previous year [1] Trading Volume - The average daily trading volume on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange reached HKD 240.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 118% [1] - The average daily trading volume of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) rose to HKD 33.8 billion, marking a 184% increase year-on-year [1] - The derivatives market saw an average daily trading volume of approximately 1.7 million contracts, reflecting an 11% year-on-year growth [1] - The average daily trading volume of the Stock Connect program exceeded HKD 110 billion, with a significant year-on-year increase of 195% [1] - Daily trading volume of RMB futures surpassed 115,000 contracts, showing a 43% year-on-year growth [1] Market Outlook - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange views the first half of 2025 as a breakthrough period for the capital market, characterized by strong trading volumes and a growing derivatives market [1] - The resilience and innovative momentum of Hong Kong's secondary market are highlighted, indicating its ability to continuously attract international capital and provide diverse investment tools for investors [1]