China News Service, Hong Kong, December 21. The Hong Kong Stock Exchange issued a "2021 Review" on the 21st and stated that the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's new stock market was very active this year. As of December 17, a total of 92 new stocks were listed, with an initial public fundraising amount of 318.9 billion. Yuan (Hong Kong dollars, the same below).
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange stated that 2021 will be an exceptionally busy and fulfilling year. Both the turnover and the performance of the first three quarters have reached historical highs, and the competitiveness and attractiveness of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange have continued to increase.
Although the global economy continues to be affected by the new crown pneumonia epidemic, Hong Kong's financial market still shows strong resilience and vitality.
The average daily turnover in the spot stock market of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange increased by 32% compared with last year, while the average daily turnover in the derivatives market increased by 3% compared with last year.
In terms of IPO issuance, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange stated that the IPO market is still very active this year. As of December 17, a total of 92 IPOs were listed, with an initial public offering of 318.9 billion yuan.
Among them, 54 are new economy companies, including 32 healthcare and biotechnology companies, accounting for 86.6% of the total amount of Hong Kong IPO funds raised during the period.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange said that in 2021, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will further enrich its product portfolio, launching MSCI China A50 Connectivity Index futures, small USD/RMB (Hong Kong) futures contracts, and a "special purpose acquisition company" listing system.
At the same time, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange also joined the "Glasgow Net Zero Financial Alliance" and the "Net Zero Financial Service Providers Alliance" this year to fulfill the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's long-term commitment to promote the sustainable development of the global financial market.
Ou Guansheng, chief executive of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Group, said that he is full of confidence in the development prospects of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. He is convinced that the future of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the entire Hong Kong financial services industry is full of opportunities.
The positioning of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange has unique advantages, and it is sure to play an important role in the rapidly evolving and closely connected capital markets around the world.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange will continue to promote interconnectivity, promote mutual understanding between companies and participants in the world and various markets, and support future-oriented companies in raising funds, creating jobs, and promoting social prosperity.
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