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16 OctFri
  1. Government News Network: Finance64

    Hong Kong Government Gazette Announces Phase 1 of MPF Portability Territory-wide Takes Effect on December 21

    The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has published an effectiveness notice in the Government Gazette, stating that the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes (General) (Amendment) Regulation 2025 will come into effect on December 21, marking the official launch of Phase 1 of MPF "territory-wide portability". New employees who joined on or after May 1 last year can transfer all accrued benefits derived from the employer's mandatory contributions under their current employment from the employer-chosen MPF scheme to a personal account in a self-elected MPF scheme. Transfers can be made once per calendar year, or more frequently if the governing rules of the transferring scheme permit.

    Planning Note:Regarding liquidity arrangements for MPF benefits, new employees who joined after May 1 last year may wish to note the transfer rules for accrued benefits from employer contributions.

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14 OctWed
  1. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy22

    Federal Reserve Releases Minutes of Discount Rate Meetings Held on August 17, September 9, and September 16, 2026

    On October 13, 2026, the Federal Reserve released the minutes of the discount rate meetings held on August 17, September 9, and September 16, 2026, covering the review and determination of the discount rate offered to depository institutions through the discount window. The process by which the Federal Reserve sets the discount rate is independent of the process by which the Federal Open Market Committee sets the target range for the federal funds rate.

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28 SeptMon
  1. MPFA: Press Releases48

    MPFA and eMPF Company introduce enhanced measures to combat fraudulent early MPF withdrawal

    The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) and eMPF Company Limited, leveraging the centralised management capabilities of the eMPF platform, have introduced a number of enhanced measures to combat fraudulent early MPF withdrawal. These measures include requiring early withdrawal applicants to submit original supporting documents for review, updating the MPF withdrawal application form, and refining the medical certification requirements for early withdrawal applications based on total incapacity or terminal illness. Forging or using false documents constitutes a serious criminal offence, carrying a maximum penalty of 14 years' imprisonment upon conviction.

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25 SeptFri
  1. HKEX: Market Communication49

    HKEX Derivatives Clearing House to accept Chinese government bonds, policy bank bonds and Ministry of Finance bonds as non-cash collateral from November 2026

    HKEX announced that its wholly-owned subsidiaries, the on-exchange derivatives clearing houses Hong Kong Securities Clearing Company Limited (HKCC) and Hong Kong Futures Exchange Limited (SEOCH), will, starting from November 2026 and subject to regulatory approval, include Chinese government bonds, policy bank bonds held under Northbound Bond Connect, and offshore bonds issued by the Ministry of Finance in the scope of eligible non-cash collateral to cover margin requirements.

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23 SeptWed
  1. Hong Kong Monetary Authority: Speech44

    Welcome Remarks and Keynote Speech by HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue at the 2026 Treasury Markets Summit

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) held the 2026 Treasury Markets Summit on September 23, 2026, where Chief Executive Eddie Yue delivered a keynote speech focusing on the development of Hong Kong's bond market. He noted that the Hong Kong bond market has achieved a compound annual growth rate of 20% over the past 20 years, and more than half of the world's digital bonds were issued in Hong Kong in the first half of 2026. The market development will be advanced from four dimensions: diversification, depth, vibrancy, and digitalization.

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17 SeptThu
  1. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy20

    Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and Federal Open Market Committee Release Economic Projections from September 15-16 Meeting

    The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Open Market Committee released economic projections from the September 15-16 FOMC meeting. The projections are presented in tables and charts and were released at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday. Media inquiries can be directed to the specified email address or phone number.

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  2. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy36

    Federal Reserve issues Federal Open Market Committee statement

    The Federal Reserve released a statement from the Federal Open Market Committee on September 16, 2026, deciding by a vote of 12 in favor and 0 against to raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4%. The adjustment is intended to support the Federal Reserve's dual mandate and promote a more timely return of inflation to the 2% target. The Committee will continue to maintain its policy of ample reserves in the banking system. Economic activity is currently expanding at a solid pace, and inflation remains elevated.

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  3. Hong Kong Monetary Authority: Speech36

    HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue Speaks on the US Federal Open Market Committee's Interest Rate Decision

    Following the established mechanism, the HKMA has raised its Base Rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%, effective immediately. This adjustment corresponds to the Federal Reserve's decision to raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75-4%, in line with market expectations. Hong Kong's monetary and financial markets continue to operate in an orderly manner. The HKMA will continue to closely monitor market developments to maintain monetary and financial stability.

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16 SeptWed
  1. MPFA: Press Releases51

    MPFA Welcomes Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan and 2026 Policy Address, Will Advance MPF-Related Reforms

    The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) issued a press release on September 16, 2026, welcoming the Chief Executive’s announcement of Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) and the 2026 Policy Address on the same day. It stated that it will fully support the implementation of measures to optimize the MPF system and enhance retirement protection.

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15 SeptTue
20 AugThu
  1. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy22

    Federal Reserve releases minutes of the July 28-29, 2026 Federal Open Market Committee meeting

    The Federal Reserve released on August 19, 2026, the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on July 28-29, 2026. The minutes are based solely on the information available to the Committee at the time of the meeting, and the content is available on the Board of Governors' website.

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30 JulThu
  1. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy24

    Federal Reserve issues Federal Open Market Committee statement

    The Federal Open Market Committee decided by a vote of 9-3 to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 3-1/2 to 3-3/4 percent to support its dual mandate. Three members dissented, preferring to raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 1/4 percentage point at this meeting. Inflation remains above the 2 percent target, and economic activity has continued to expand at a solid pace.

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15 JulWed
  1. Federal Reserve: Monetary Policy17

    Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System Releases Minutes of Discount Rate Meetings Held on June 8 and June 17, 2026

    On July 14, 2026, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System released the minutes of its discount rate meetings held on June 8 and June 17, 2026, covering the review and determination of the discount rate offered to depository institutions through the discount window. The process for setting the discount rate is independent of the process by which the Federal Open Market Committee sets the target range for the federal funds rate.

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