Year: 2025

Hong Kong Recent Enforcement Actions: Cases and Consequences

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Hong Kong Recent Enforcement Actions: Cases and Consequences

This article provides an overview of recent enforcement cases noteworthy to listed companies in Hong Kong, categorized by the nature of misconduct rather than the regulatory authorities responsible. Drawing on actions by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKSE), the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), the Hong Kong Competition Commission, and the Companies Registry, it covers topics like breaches of directors’ duties, internal control failures, market misconduct, fraud, corruption, anti-money laundering violations, competition law breaches, company law compliance, and investor compensation cases. This thematic approach highlights common compliance challenges and the critical need for robust governance to protect market integrity and investor interests.

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Practical Essentials for Hong Kong IPO Preparation – Key Considerations for Private Equity and Venture Capital Investors

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This article provides an overview of the specific requirements and procedures and positioning considerations in respect of the listing of shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and compares the different requirements of listing on the Main Board, GEM and specific listing channels (including Chapters 18A, 18B and 18C), to assist institutional investors understand the advantages and special features of the Hong Kong stock market, as well as the essentials for a successful listing.

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Financial Services Regulatory Update 2025/03/21

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  • Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption’s Promotion and Enforcement for Integrity in the Banking Industry
  • U.S. Law Firm Fined GBP300,000 by Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal of England and Wales for Anti-money Laundering Breaches
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Suspends Finfluencer for Unlicensed Investment Advice
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Releases Quarterly Report Showing Strong Momentum in Hong Kong’s Capital Markets Towards End of 2024
  • Hong Kong Insurance Authority Secures First Conviction Against Licensed Insurance Broker for Failure to Submit Audited Financial Statements
  • The China Securities Regulatory Commission Issues “Guideline No. 11 on the Supervision of Listed Companies — Matters Related to the Bankruptcy Reorganization of Listed Companies
  • Hong Kong Accounting and Financial Reporting Council Publishes Report Digest: Reminders for 2024/25 Year-End Audits
  • Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited Signs MOU with CMU OmniClear to Enhance the Post-Trade Securities Infrastructure of Hong Kong’s Capital Markets
  • OTC Clearing Hong Kong Limited to Accept China Government Bonds, Policy Bank Bonds as Collateral for All Derivatives from 21 March 2025
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Financial Services Regulatory Update 2025/02/28

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  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Unveils New Roadmap to Develop Hong Kong as a Global Virtual Asset Hub
  • Hong Kong Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group Sets 2025 Priorities to Support Growth of Sustainable Finance in Hong Kong
  • The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Flags Cybersecurity Incidents Involving Licensed Firms that Resulted in Business Disruptions in Thematic Review Report
  • The Hong Kong Accounting and Financial Reporting Council Study Advocates for Improved Sustainability Assurance Practices and Urges Auditors to Incorporate Climate Risks in Financial Audits
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Concludes Consultation on Proposals to Pave Way for Fully Digitalized Public Offerings
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Reprimands and Fines Hang Seng Bank Limited HK$ 66.4 Million for Misconduct in Selling Practices of Investment Products
  • London Metal Exchange Approves Hong Kong as a Delivery Point, Expanding Global Commodity Market Access
  • International Monetary Fund Acknowledges Hong Kong’s Economic Recovery and Resilient Financial System Amid Global Challenges
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Supports Listing of Alternative Funds to Broaden Investor Choice and Bolster Market Development
  • Hong Kong Gazettes Subsidiary Legislation to Implement Uncertificated Securities Market Regime for Enhancing Market Efficiency
  • Hong Kong Intellectual Property Department Launches Revised Trade Marks, Patents, and Designs Forms Effective May 2025
  • Hong Kong Companies Registry Implements Key Legislative Reforms Effective April 17, 2025

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Financial Services Regulatory Update 2025/01/25

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  • Hong Kong OTC Market Expands Collateral Options to Include China Government Bonds and Policy Bank Bonds for Derivatives
  • The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited Publishes Conclusions on Further Paperless Listing Reforms
  • Hong Kong Monetary Authority Launches Digital Bond Grant Scheme to Advance Securities Market Innovation
  • Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Issues Circular on Listed Structured Funds
  • Hong Kong Enhances New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme to Attract Global Investors
  • Hong Kong Legislative Council Passed the Companies (Amendment) Bill 2024 to Establish a Treasury Share Regime and Promote Paperless Corporate Communication for Both Listed and Unlisted Hong Kong Companies
  • Hong Kong Process Review Panel for the Accounting and Financial Reporting Council Publishes 2023-24 Annual Report
  • Hong Kong Accounting and Financial Reporting Council Gives its First Direction for Additional Continuing Professional Development in Accounting Firm Disciplinary Case
  • The Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong Extends Swift Licensing Process for Virtual Asset Trading Platform Applicants
  • New Initiatives between the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the People’s Bank of China – Strengthened Financial Cooperation Between Hong Kong and Mainland China
  • Tender of 10-year Hong Kong Dollars Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Institutional Government Bonds
  • Hong Kong Outlines Sustainability Disclosure Roadmap to Enhance Green Finance Standards
  • Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and Cathay Pacific Airways Limited Settle Carbon Credits on Core Climate Marketplace
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