本报记者 毛艺融 交投愈发活跃 在沪深港通推出之前，投资者可通过合格境外机构投资者计划（QFII）及人民币合格境外机构投资者计划（RQFII）买卖 中国内地市场股票，但仅限于符合条件的机构投资者。因此，2014年推出的沪港通是内地与香港市场之间首个可供广泛投资者 使用的市场互联互通机制。 过去11年，互联互通在产品覆盖范围、交易结算机制、投资者参与等多个维度都取得了显著成效，不仅为境内外投资者提 供了更加便捷高效的跨境资产配置渠道，也为两地资本市场注入了新的流动性与活力。 沪深港通成交活跃度稳步提升。Wind资讯数据显示，截至2025年11月16日，年内南向资金净买入额约1.3万亿港元，自开 通以来累计净买入规模超5万亿港元。 香港交易所三季报显示，2025年第三季度沪深股通及港股通成交量实现强劲增长，两者平均每日成交金额同创历季新高。 2025年前三季度，沪深股通和港股通的平均每日成交金额分别达2064亿元人民币和1259亿港元，分别同比上升67%和229%。 在内地和香港上市的合资格ETF于2022年7月份开始被纳入沪深港通。 2014年11月17日，沪港通正式运行，开创互联互通这一全新的资本市场开放模式 ...

Core Insights - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has experienced significant growth in revenue and net profit, achieving record highs for both metrics in the third quarter and the first three quarters of 2025 [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Total revenue for HKEX in the first three quarters reached HKD 21.9 billion, a year-on-year increase of 37%, while net profit was HKD 13.4 billion, up 45% [2] - In the third quarter alone, revenue was HKD 7.775 billion, reflecting a 45% year-on-year growth, and net profit was HKD 4.9 billion, a 56% increase [2] Market Activity - The growth in HKEX's performance is attributed to heightened market trading activity and a surge in new listings [3] - Average daily trading volume for the first three quarters was HKD 256.4 billion, a 126% increase year-on-year, driving significant growth in trading and settlement fees [3] - The Stock Connect program saw record average daily trading amounts, with northbound and southbound trading reaching RMB 206.4 billion and HKD 125.9 billion respectively, marking increases of 67% and 229% [3] IPO Performance - HKEX led the global IPO market in the first three quarters of 2025, with 69 new listings raising a total of HKD 188.3 billion, more than three times the amount from the same period last year [5] - In the third quarter, 25 new companies were listed, raising a total of HKD 78.9 billion, with increases of 67% and 87% in the number of new listings and capital raised compared to the same quarter in 2024 [5][6] - The number of IPO applications in process reached 297 by September 30, 2025, significantly up from 84 at the end of 2024 [5] Strategic Initiatives - HKEX has introduced new pricing regulations for IPOs to enhance the pricing mechanism, aiming to attract more institutional investors and companies to participate [6]

Core Insights - The Hong Kong Financial Secretary highlighted the significant growth potential in international gold trading as a new growth area [1] - A memorandum of cooperation will be signed with Shenzhen to create a deeply integrated regional gold trading ecosystem [1] - Financial technology is also identified as a key growth point, with plans to enhance collaboration in this sector between Hong Kong and Shenzhen [1] Group 1 - The establishment of the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Financial Cooperation Committee has led to notable progress in deepening financial cooperation between the two regions [1] - Hong Kong is optimizing its listing approval processes and has introduced a "Tech Company Fast Track" to assist mainland tech firms in raising funds [1] - Shenzhen is positioned as a core engine of innovation, attracting internationally viable enterprises that can benefit from Hong Kong's professional services [1] Group 2 - Mechanisms like "Stock Connect," "Bond Connect," and "Wealth Management Connect" have seen significant growth since their launch, with "Wealth Management Connect 2.0" showing an eightfold increase in cross-border remittance amounts compared to its predecessor [2] - The introduction of "Cross-Border Payment Connect" facilitates rapid payment system connectivity between the mainland and Hong Kong, addressing the needs of residents in the Greater Bay Area [2] - The Financial Secretary emphasized the need to optimize existing connectivity mechanisms and explore innovative products to enhance investor choices and support the opening of the national financial market [2]

Core Viewpoint - Everbright Securities maintains an "Overweight" rating for Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX), citing its unique position and strong financial performance in the first three quarters of 2025, with expectations for continued growth in the fourth quarter due to active market sentiment and policy support for mainland companies listing in Hong Kong [1] Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of 2025, HKEX achieved total revenue of HKD 21.85 billion, a year-on-year increase of 36.6%, with the growth rate accelerating by 4.1 percentage points compared to the first half of the year; Q3 revenue growth was 44.7% year-on-year and 7.7% quarter-on-quarter [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the first three quarters was HKD 13.42 billion, up 44.8% year-on-year, with a growth rate increase of 5.7 percentage points compared to the first half; Q3 net profit growth was 55.8% year-on-year and 10.3% quarter-on-quarter [2] Revenue Breakdown - Trading fees, system usage fees, and settlement fees accounted for HKD 13.1 billion (60.0% of total revenue), up 60.5% year-on-year, with Q3 growth rates of 83.6% year-on-year and 28.2% quarter-on-quarter, driven by heightened trading activity in the Hong Kong stock market [2] - Investment income for the first three quarters was HKD 3.89 billion (17.8% of total revenue), a year-on-year increase of 4.4%, with a narrowing growth rate compared to the first half; net investment income from funds was HKD 1.3 billion, down 7.8% year-on-year [3] - Listing fee revenue was HKD 1.27 billion (5.8% of total revenue), up 17.1% year-on-year, benefiting from increased market volatility and demand for structured products [3] Market Activity - The average daily trading volume for stock securities on the exchange reached HKD 238.7 billion in the first three quarters, a record high, with a year-on-year increase of 132.4%; Q3 growth was 149.9% year-on-year [4] - The average daily trading volume for derivatives was HKD 17.7 billion, up 67.0% year-on-year, with Q3 growth of 59.5% year-on-year [4] - Northbound and southbound trading average daily volumes were RMB 206.4 billion and HKD 125.9 billion, respectively, both record highs, with year-on-year increases of 67.4% and 228.7% [4] New Listings - In the first three quarters of 2025, HKEX saw 69 new listings, a year-on-year increase of 53.3%, raising a total of HKD 188.3 billion, which is a 238.7% increase year-on-year; Zijin Mining's listing in Q3 was the second-largest globally this year, raising HKD 28.7 billion [5] - As of the end of Q3 2025, there were 297 listing applications pending, representing a 253.6% increase from the end of the previous year [5]

Core Insights - Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) reported record high total revenue and net profit for the first three quarters of 2025, with total revenue reaching HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% year-on-year increase, and net profit of HKD 13.419 billion, up 45% [1][3] Revenue and Profit Growth - The significant growth in HKEX's performance is attributed to increased market trading activity and a surge in new stock listings, with major business revenue rising by 41% year-on-year [3][4] - In Q3 alone, HKEX achieved a revenue of HKD 7.775 billion, marking a 45% increase, and a net profit of HKD 4.9 billion, which is a 56% rise compared to the previous year [1][3] Trading Activity - The average daily trading volume for the first three quarters reached HKD 256.4 billion, a remarkable 126% increase year-on-year, driving significant growth in trading and settlement fees [3][4] - Stock trading fee revenue amounted to HKD 4.193 billion, more than double that of the same period last year [3] Stock Connect Performance - The Stock Connect mechanism showed strong performance, with average daily trading volumes for Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect reaching RMB 206.4 billion and HKD 125.9 billion, respectively, representing year-on-year increases of 67% and 229% [3][4] - Total revenue from Stock Connect rose to HKD 3.225 billion, an 81.18% increase year-on-year [3] New Listings and Capital Raising - The new stock market has become a crucial driver of HKEX's growth, with 297 new stock listing applications processed by the end of Q3, more than triple the 84 applications at the end of 2024 [4] - HKEX led the global market in new stock fundraising, with a total of HKD 188.3 billion raised from 69 companies, over three times the amount raised in the same period last year [4] Strategic Initiatives - HKEX's CEO emphasized ongoing strategic reforms aimed at diversifying the market, enhancing liquidity, and strengthening global connectivity to solidify Hong Kong's status as an international financial center [4] - Industry experts express optimism about HKEX's future, highlighting its core trading business, Stock Connect mechanism, and strong performance in new stock fundraising as indicators of resilience and vitality in the international financial hub [4]

Core Insights - Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) reported record-high total revenue and net profit for the first three quarters of the year, with total revenue reaching HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% year-on-year increase, and net profit at HKD 13.419 billion, up 45% year-on-year [1][2] Group 1: Financial Performance - In Q3, HKEX's revenue was HKD 7.775 billion, reflecting a 45% year-on-year increase, while net profit was HKD 4.9 billion, up 56% year-on-year [1] - Average daily trading volume for the first three quarters reached HKD 256.4 billion, a 126% increase year-on-year, significantly contributing to the rise in trading and settlement fees [1] - Revenue from equity securities trading fees was HKD 4.193 billion, more than double the amount from the same period last year [1] Group 2: Market Activity - The average daily trading volume for the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect reached RMB 206.4 billion and HKD 125.9 billion respectively, both marking record highs for the first three quarters, with year-on-year increases of 67% and 229% [2] - Total revenue from the Stock Connect program rose to HKD 3.225 billion, an 81.18% increase year-on-year [2] - The derivatives market saw average daily trading volume for warrants and structured products reach HKD 17.7 billion, a 67% year-on-year increase [2] Group 3: New Listings and Capital Raising - The number of new stock listing applications surged, with 297 applications pending as of the end of Q3, more than three times the 84 applications expected by the end of 2024 [2] - HKEX ranked first globally in new stock fundraising for the first three quarters of 2025, with 69 companies listed and total fundraising amounting to HKD 188.3 billion, over three times the amount from the same period last year [2] - The total amount raised from follow-on offerings after listing reached HKD 457.2 billion, more than double the amount from the same period last year, marking the highest level since 2021 [2] Group 4: Strategic Developments - HKEX is actively optimizing mechanisms and responding to investor demands, with ongoing strategic reforms aimed at enhancing market diversification, liquidity, and global connectivity [3] - Analysts express optimism about HKEX's future performance, highlighting its core trading business and capital-raising capabilities as indicators of resilience and vitality as an international financial hub [3] - Continuous attention to international regulatory changes and compliance governance is essential for HKEX to maintain its competitive edge [3]

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 compared to the same period in 2024, and shareholder profit rising to HKD 13.419 billion, up 45% year-on-year [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Total revenue and other income for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 21.851 billion, a 37% increase from HKD 15.973 billion in 2024 [1] - Shareholder profit for the same period reached HKD 13.419 billion, reflecting a 45% increase from HKD 9.253 billion in 2024 [1] - Average daily trading volume in the cash market reached HKD 256.4 billion, more than double the amount in the first three quarters of 2024 [1] Group 2: Market Activity - The average daily trading volume for the third quarter of 2025 hit a record high of HKD 286.4 billion, more than double that of the third quarter of 2024 [1] - In September 2025, the average daily trading volume exceeded HKD 300 billion for the first time, reaching HKD 316.7 billion [1] - The average daily trading volume for the first three quarters of 2025 was HKD 256.4 billion, a 126% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [1] Group 3: Stock Connect and IPOs - The average daily trading volume for the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect reached historical highs, with average daily trading amounts of RMB 206.4 billion and RMB 125.9 billion, respectively, representing increases of 67% and 229% year-on-year [2] - The total fundraising amount from IPOs in Hong Kong reached HKD 188.3 billion, more than three times that of the first three quarters of 2024, with 69 companies listed during this period [2] - HKEX's CEO emphasized the ongoing strategic reforms aimed at enhancing market diversification, liquidity, and global connectivity [2]

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 Viewpoint - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) emphasizes the importance of risk prevention, strong regulation, and promoting high-quality development in the capital market, aiming for deeper institutional opening and more impactful measures to enhance cross-border investment and financing convenience [1][2]. Group 1: Cross-Border Investment and Financing - The CSRC has launched an optimized scheme for the Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (QFII) system, enhancing the investment environment for foreign investors through improved access management, operational efficiency, and expanded investment scope [1]. - The CSRC aims to strengthen communication with international investors and ensure the stability, transparency, and predictability of policies [1]. Group 2: Cooperation with Hong Kong - The CSRC plans to deepen practical cooperation between the mainland and Hong Kong capital markets, including improving the efficiency of overseas listing filings and expanding the scope of stocks eligible for trading under the Shanghai-Hong Kong and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect programs [1]. - Support for the introduction of RMB stock trading counters and REITs into the Hong Kong Stock Connect is also highlighted, along with backing for Hong Kong's development as an international financial center [1]. Group 3: Regulatory and Risk Management Enhancements - The CSRC is focused on enhancing regulatory capabilities and risk prevention in an open environment, promoting cross-border regulatory cooperation, and improving risk monitoring and information sharing [2]. - The goal is to prevent cross-border risk transmission and to contribute to global capital market governance reform [2]. Group 4: Achievements in the Past Five Years - The CSRC has fully opened industry access by removing foreign ownership limits for securities, fund, and futures institutions, resulting in a significant increase in foreign-controlled firms [3]. - The interconnectivity of markets has deepened, with 269 companies successfully listing overseas and foreign investors holding A-shares worth 3.4 trillion yuan, becoming a vital market force [3]. - Product openness has progressed steadily, with the introduction of various cross-border investment products and the expansion of futures and options available to foreign investors [3]. Group 5: Invitations to International Institutions - The CSRC encourages international institutions to invest in China, highlighting the improved quality and stability of the capital market, as evidenced by the increase in revenue and net profit of A-share listed companies [5]. - The CSRC calls for international institutions to contribute to reform and development by providing precise financing services for new industries and technologies [5]. - A focus on maintaining market stability is emphasized, urging international institutions to adhere to legal regulations and strengthen internal risk management [6].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the importance of improving the legal framework for foreign-related capital markets to support high-level openness and ensure investor protection [1][2] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) is committed to enhancing foreign-related legislation, focusing on systematic and transparent legal structures to facilitate cross-border investment [1][3] - The dual opening of the capital market is progressing, with mechanisms like Stock Connect and the Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (QFII) program being expanded to attract foreign investment [1][2] Group 2 - The CSRC has signed cooperation memorandums with 67 countries and regions, enhancing international collaboration for cross-border enforcement [2] - There is a need to balance innovation in financial tools with risk management, particularly in the context of rapid financial technology advancements [3][4] - Strengthening cross-border regulatory cooperation is essential to address challenges in cross-border listings and ensure accountability among issuers and intermediaries [4][5]