HKEX opens door for diverse innovative firms to list with biggest reforms since 2018

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Enoch YiuMarch 13, 2026 at 06:40 AM
HKEX opens door for diverse innovative firms to list with biggest reforms since 2018

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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) announced significant listing reforms on Friday, aiming to attract a wider range of innovative companies. These reforms, the largest since 2018, broaden the special listing regime to include smaller firms. The proposal lowers the minimum valuation for companies using weighted voting rights to HK$20 billion and reduces the market capitalization and revenue requirements for companies using the revenue route to HK$6 billion and HK$600 million, respectively. HKEX is seeking feedback on the proposals until May 8. The goal is to strengthen Hong Kong's position as a leading fundraising destination and attract global capital seeking opportunities in Asia.

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