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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