Hong Kong’s Financial Commission and Police, in a coordinated operation, have successfully apprehended major ramp-and-dump syndicate that had managed to evade capture for over two years.
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Tahoe Life’s Non-Compliance: Joint Action by HK SFC and HK IA to Tackle Cross-Sector Financial Irregularities
Hong Kong’s financial regulators, the SFC and IA, have teamed up to investigate suspected irregularities in Tahoe Life Insurance’s investment portfolio. This collaborative effort, spanning over four years, has resulted in the appointment of external managers for Tahoe Life and disciplinary actions against a fund manager involved in channeling assets to a related Mainland party.
Market Manipulation Case: First-Ever SFO Trial at Court of First Instance, Convicted Sentenced 6 years & 8 Months
A landmark verdict has been reached in a high-profile market manipulation case. A Hong Kong jury found three individuals guilty of conspiring to manipulate the share price of Ching Lee Holdings Limited. The elaborate scheme generated over HK$124 million in illegal profits. The convicted individuals face significant prison terms.
SFC Announces Definitive Timeline for Uncertificated Securities Market in Hong Kong
USM Implementation: The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to implement an uncertificated securities market (USM) in Hong Kong by the end of 2025, with a full transition by the end of 2030.
Enduring Strength of Hong Kong as Leading International Asset and Wealth Management Hub: SFC Survey 2023
Hong Kong’s Premier Status Reaffirmed: The SFC’s 2023 survey underscores Hong Kong’s position as a top asset and wealth management hub, with significant global asset allocation and strong fund inflows. The city saw a steady increase in Type 9 licensed firms and continued growth in AUM and net fund inflows.
HKEX Consults on Reducing Minimum Spreads for Hong Kong Securities
HKEX has published a Consultation Paper seeking feedback on proposals to reduce the minimum spreads – or tick sizes – of Hong Kong securities, including equities, REITs and equity warrants, in two phases.
HKEx Consults on Corporate Governance Changes for January 2025
HKEX is consulting on changes to its Corporate Governance Code and related Listing Rules to limit the number of INEDs’ concurrent directorships and tenure and increase disclosure of board dividend decisions
Hong Kong SFC Broadens Exemption for Master-Feeder ETFs
The SFC’s revised Circular on Streamlined Requirements for Eligible ETFs adopting a Master-feeder Structure allows SFC-authorised feeder ETFs to invest in actively managed overseas-listed master ETFs.
Exchange Publishes Consultation Conclusions on New Climate Disclosure Requirements Effective 1 January 2025
HKEX published the consultation conclusions on climate disclosure requirements and amendments to Listing Rules Appendix C2 applicable to HKEX-listed cos and a phased implementation of the enhanced requirements.
SFC Consults on Enhancements to Hong Kong REIT and Listed CIS Statutory Regimes
SFC proposes statutory scheme of arrangement for REITs and extension of market misconduct regimes to listed CISs. Consultation closes 27 May 2024.
