Archived Post for "Hong Kong Law"

The SFC has published its Consultation Conclusions on SMLR amendments, confirming new powers to impose post-listing conditions on HKEX-listed companies and require information, with effect expected in Q1 2027.

On 21 September 2026, the HKEX published its Phase 2 consultation on reforms to the HKEX Listing Rules for notifiable transactions, connected transactions and spin-offs, with comments due by 30 November 2026.

SFC fined Luk Fook Securities HK$2.1 million for weak cybersecurity after a September 2022 ransomware attack.

Hong Kong gazetted a 2026 bill to enhance tax regimes for private funds, family offices and carried interest.

The SFC’s latest Takeovers Bulletin covers limited partnership concert party presumptions, scheme-to-offer switches, convertible securities buy-backs and a new Practice Note on listed alternative asset funds.

SFC July 2026 circular requires internet brokers and licensed VASPs to use phishing-resistant authentication.

The HKEX amended the Listing Rules on 24 July 2026 easing requirements for WVR, biotech and specialist technology company listings in a bid to boost its competitiveness for Mainland tech and biotech listings

HK’s CARF Bill will implement the OECD Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework and require Crypto-Asset Service Providers to conduct due diligence and report transactions to the IRD from 1 January 2027.

SFC issues circular on 2 June 2026 requiring licensed firms and VATPs to strengthen cybersecurity measures against AI-enabled cyberattacks.

SFC Circular of 22 May 2026 outlines expected controls for account opening and client relationships, including CBCR due diligence and Mainland investor measures.