The SFC Enforcement Division will establish a mechanism to ensure the timely closure of investigations.

On September 30, 2024, the Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") published updated codes and guidelines in connection with the implementation of the new Type 13 regulated activity ("Type 13 RA") regime governing public fund depositaries, which came into effect on October 2, 2024.

A day of absence from work due to compliance with Government restrictions on movements is treated as a sickness day.

His reprimand and suspension underlines his responsibility to supervise regulated activities of a licensed corporation.

Overview of the regulatory landscape of NFTs in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong has dominated Asia's international bond market for nearly a decade, arranging over US$130 billion in international bonds in 2024 alone. What structural advantages, policy decisions, and legal frameworks have positioned this city to capture 30% of the regional market and establish itself as the world's premier offshore gateway to Chinese capital markets?

The ILS Grant scheme aims to boost Hong Kong's position as a global risk management centre like Bermuda and Singapore.

In his budget speech for the 2021-22 Hong Kong Government budget, the Financial Secretary highlighted 2 important proposals to strengthen Hong Kong's position as an asset management centre.

The Financial Secretary announced an extension of its ILS grant scheme for a further 2 years.

The HKMA released its conclusions on a consultation for new proposed regulations of stablecoins.

The Inland Revenue Ordinance ("IRO") generally prohibits any deduction in respect of any expenditure of a capital nature for the purpose of computing assessable profits. As a result, the costs of acquiring land upon which a commercial or industrial building is erected is non-deductible.

Hong Kong has reclaimed its position as a global leader in equity capital markets, with IPO proceeds reaching US$37.4 billion in 2025 and total ECM fundraising surging 164% year-on-year. The city's unique advantages stem from its Stock Connect infrastructure linking mainland Chinese exchanges, progressive regulatory reforms for technology and biotech companies, and its role as the only international financial center under common law with deep access to China's economy.

Hong Kong has served as the world's gateway to China for over 150 years, evolving from a trade hub into a sophisticated financial center. With its unique "One Country, Two Systems" status, common law legal framework, and competitive tax regime, the city is experiencing renewed global interest as a safe haven and business hub, particularly as first quarter 2026 GDP expanded 5.9% and residential demand surged amid record-breaking capital market activity.

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (“SEHK”) recently announced that companies whose financial situation has been temporarily and adversely affected by the current economic downturn may nevertheless qualify for listing even though they do not strictly meet the minimum profit track record.

New guidelines propose to set minimum standards applicable to all persons licensed to deal in futures contracts.

How a HK court approaches the question of utility in deciding whether to exercise discretion to sanction a scheme of arrangement.

Outline of the proposed tax concession for investment profits earned by single family offices managed from HK.

Passed on December 18, 2024, the Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Tax Deductions for Leased Premises Reinstatement and Allowance for Buildings and Structures) Bill 2024 ("Lease Reinstatement Costs Bill") amends the Inland Revenue Ordinance ("IRO") to permit tenants of leased premises...

A letter of wishes expresses the wishes of a settlor as to what the trustee should do in relation to particular matters.

The recent decision of the Court of Final Appeal in John Wiley & Sons UK2 LLP & Anor. V. The Collector of Stamp Revenue upheld restrictions in the availability of intra-group stamp duty relief and complicates corporate...