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Leave your emailNorthrop Grumman Announces Q3 2026 Financial Results 8-K Filing. The announcement was published by the moomoo platform, and the body does not disclose specific financial data.
Read originalZhang Jianlang noted that ETFs linked to oversold Korean stocks have attracted over 80 million. TSMC's strong earnings are supporting Asia's AI sector. Investors may scale into Hong Kong-listed AI large model and robotics plays.
Read originalChina Life Trust and Haitong International Asset Management have established a cooperation intent for the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF).
Read originalHong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has launched a voluntary HKEX Green Equity certification scheme to help investors identify Hong Kong-listed companies with significant green business activities. Eligible companies will be assessed by independent accredited reviewers based on the HKEX Green Equity Framework. Upon passing, they may use the certification mark, subject to ongoing compliance and annual reassessment. The scheme is now open for applications. Details on the framework, eligibility requirements, and application process are available on the HKEX website.
Read originalChina is preparing to launch fully active ETF products. Regulatory adjustments in South Korea are forcing top-performing ETF products in the local market to exit.
Read originalHKEX released the consultation conclusions on "Accelerating Settlement in Hong Kong's Cash Market", confirming broad market support for shortening the securities settlement cycle from T+2 to T+1, with implementation targeted for the second half of 2028. The specific date will be announced subject to regulatory approval and market readiness.
Read originalThe latest ratings for 29 funds under Manulife's MPF have been officially disclosed, with 18 funds rated "underperforming." The Manulife MPF US equity funds involved in this rating have completed the change of investment manager.
Read originalChina Dajia Insurance and AIA Life have jointly established a RMB 3.501 billion fund, which is now based in Tianjin Binhai New Area.
Read originalValue Partners has launched a printed circuit board ETF in Hong Kong. This product is an exchange-traded fund focused on the printed circuit board sector. The relevant issuance information was disclosed by the fund industry media outlet Fund Selector Asia.
Read originalGlobal X has launched an Asia semiconductor ETF, aiming to capture the leadership advantages of the Asian semiconductor industry. This product is an exchange-traded index fund focused on the Asian semiconductor sector.
Read originalMalaysia expects the first Hong Kong ETF to list on Bursa Malaysia soon. This ETF will be listed and traded on Bursa Malaysia.
Read originalU.S. market Solana ETFs recorded their longest consecutive streak of net inflows at 14 weeks; in the same week this streak ended, Hong Kong launched its second Solana ETF. The article explores the differences in positioning toward Solana between the two markets, analyzing which market has a more accurate judgment on Solana.
Read originalThe Pando Solana ETF (02831) is listed on the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX). This product has lower fees than the comparable product from ChinaAMC.
Read originalSingapore Futu Moomoo held an investor engagement session focused on the new Xtrackers UCITS ETFs, underscoring market interest in global portfolio allocation channels and ETF education.
Read originalMidday trading data for Hong Kong stocks shows that the Hang Seng Index fell 0.39% in the morning session, with pharmaceutical stocks declining broadly.
Read originalPando is scheduled to list a spot Solana ETF in Hong Kong on October 13. The product is an exchange-traded fund tracking the spot price of Solana, and is a virtual asset-related ETF product launched in the Hong Kong market.
Read originalHKEX and S&P Dow Jones Indices have partnered to launch the S&P 500 and HKEX TECH 100 Index, which was published on September 30, 2026, with approximately 60% weight allocated to the HKEX TECH 100 Index and 40% to the S&P 500, rebalanced quarterly. The index aims to measure the performance of leading US listed companies and large Hong Kong-listed technology companies, supporting ETFs tracking the index to be included in the Southbound Stock Connect, providing investors with cross-market allocation channels.
Read originalHong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) announced that it will launch 12 single-stock option contracts on November 9, 2026. The new contracts will offer both weekly and monthly expiry options starting from the first trading day. With this addition, HKEX's weekly single-stock options will cover 66 listed companies or ETFs across various sectors. In the first nine months of 2026, the average daily trading volume of HKEX's single-stock options reached 899,056 contracts, a historical record for the same period, representing a 1.4% increase year-on-year.
Read originalHong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomed the listing of four ETFs this month that track its cross-market indices, marking the first investment products launched for the underlying benchmark indices. The four ETFs respectively track the HKEX-Bursa Malaysia Large-Cap Index, the HKEX-KRX Semiconductor Index, and the HKEX Technology and US Technology 100 Index, using a 60/40 weighted design of 60% Hong Kong-listed securities and 40% overseas securities, and are expected to be included in Southbound Stock Connect.
Read originalPrudential announced that Chan Shih-shan, CEO of Prudential Singapore, will transfer to the newly created role of Chief Partnership Officer at its asset management arm, Amundi Investment, effective September 28. She will be based in Singapore, report to Amundi CEO Rajiv Mittal, and join its executive management committee. Chan will lead efforts to strengthen collaboration between Prudential’s life insurance business and Amundi, developing investment, wealth, and retirement solutions for Asian clients. Former Prudential Singapore CFO Andreas Rosenthal will serve as interim CEO of Prudential Singapore effective September 28, while the search for a permanent CEO continues.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) has publicly welcomed Hong Kong's "First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development 2026–2030" and related measures in the 2026 Policy Address. The Association participated in the Five-Year Plan consultation and endorses the Plan's inclusion of core industry priorities such as strengthening Mainland connectivity, broadening market access, promoting financial innovation, and enhancing talent development.
Read originalThe 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.
Read originalOn September 9, 2026, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a circular on private market investments addressed to registered institutions. This circular is currently in effect and is linked to historical circulars in the same series issued on April 8, 2016, July 8, 2019, and November 22, 2019.
Read originalThe Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) and its wholly-owned subsidiary, the eMPF Platform Company, released their 2025-26 Annual Report on September 1, covering key work and financial reports for the fiscal year. As of the end of March 2026, total MPF assets exceeded HK$1.5 trillion, total contributions for the fiscal year reached HK$91.23 billion, with voluntary contributions accounting for 26%; the eMPF Platform has completed the onboarding of all 24 MPF schemes, and administrative fees have been reduced to 0.29%.
Read originalPrudential Corporation Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of Prudential, plans to sell up to 2.0% of its stake in ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited on the open market on August 27, 2026, to help the company meet India’s required minimum public shareholding of 15%. Following the completion of the sale, Prudential Corporation Holdings Limited will retain a 32.6% stake in the company, and its governance rights in the company will remain unchanged.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has optimized the methodology of the Hang Seng TECH Index, adjusting rules for identifying eligible technology companies and selecting constituent stocks. It has relaxed the listing duration requirement for eligible H shares, introduced weight caps at both the individual stock and industry levels, and expanded coverage of emerging technology themes such as artificial intelligence. The optimization and related constituent stock adjustments will take effect after market close on September 11, 2026, and be officially implemented on September 14, 2026.
Read originalThe Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority has released the June 2026 quarterly report of the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Statistical Digest, covering core statistical data of the MPF system as of the end of June 2026. As of the end of June 2026, the total assets of the MPF reached approximately HK$1.67 trillion, a quarterly record high, representing a 174% increase from 10 years ago. The report also disclosed the latest account sizes, asset proportions, and annualized net return data for sectors including the Default Investment Strategy and Tax Deductible Voluntary Contributions.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) officially unveiled its brand refresh at a 40th anniversary celebratory cocktail reception, launching a newly designed logo and a new slogan. The event was attended by over 300 guests, with the Hon. Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, and Dr. Timothy W. K. Au, Chairman of the SFC, among the officiating guests who delivered remarks.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) has publicly welcomed the 2026/27 Budget, supporting the HKSAR Government's measures to consolidate Hong Kong's position as an international asset and wealth management center. The Association endorses the Budget's directions including advancing RMB internationalization, optimizing the fund tax regime, and including real estate investment trusts and RMB counters in Stock Connect, and will continue to collaborate with stakeholders to promote the industry's sustainable development.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) announced the appointment of Paula Ip as Chief Executive, with immediate effect. Paula Ip has over 30 years of experience in asset management and wealth advisory, having worked at institutions including UBS, GAM, ING, and JPMorgan (Chase) Asset Management, and most recently served as Managing Director at UBS Group's Global Wealth Management division, overseeing fund advisory and distribution businesses in North Asia. HKIFA Chairman Matthew Chau stated that Paula Ip's professional experience and leadership will support the association in promoting industry ecosystem collaboration and consolidating Hong Kong's position as a leading global asset management hub.
Read originalThe Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) has launched a three-part investor education animation series, partnering with the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to promote fund literacy and anti-fraud awareness. Since its launch in mid-October, the series has accumulated 1.6 million views. In the first three quarters of 2025, total Hong Kong retail fund sales reached USD 82.6 billion, up 35% year-on-year, exceeding the full-year total of 2024; net inflows reached USD 15.7 billion, up 44% year-on-year, the highest level since 2015.
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