HKEX offers deeper capital pools to primary, secondary listings from S-E Asia
Bourse positioning HK as complementary fundraising venue, says head of global issuer services Johnson Chui
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is positioning itself as a complementary fundraising venue for primary and secondary listings from South-east Asia, according to its head of global issuer services Johnson Chui. Chui emphasized that a listing in Hong Kong is meant to supplement, not replace, a company's home exchange. In June, Indonesian miner Merdeka Gold Resources successfully completed a secondary listing in Hong Kong, further reinforcing the message.
Chui stated that instead of competing with domestic bourses for listings, HKEX aims to serve as a gateway to deeper pools of international capital and broader shareholder access. The exchange has seen a growing number of international companies opting to list in Hong Kong, whether it be as a sole listing or a dual listing. Currently, there are over 100 South-east Asian companies listed on HKEX, out of more than 150 international firms.
The bourse has hosted two to three listings from the region each year, with about 10 international listings anticipated in 2026. Chui highlighted Hong Kong's deep and liquid market, extensive history of initial public offerings and secondary fundraising, as well as access to a diverse pool of global investors, as key attractions for South-east Asian companies looking to list in Hong Kong.
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