Bonnie Chan, the Chief Executive of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited, stated that approximately ten overseas enterprises are currently in the process of applying for listings. She expressed hope that this group will continue to expand in the future, with applicants spanning consumer goods, mining, biotech, and new energy sectors. The exchange plans to continuously refine its listing framework to cater to the specific needs of various industries and companies.
Addressing the recent wave of mainland Chinese companies seeking to go public, Chan noted that the current listing application pipeline remains highly robust, with a substantial number of firms eager to list in Hong Kong. This trend underscores the vitality of the Chinese mainland market and Hong Kong's enduring appeal to global investors. Furthermore, she indicated that the exchange will keep optimizing its regulations concerning the ongoing compliance obligations and follow-on listing requirements for companies that have already gone public.