HONGKONG
HKMA Alerts Public on Fraudulent OCBC Bank Website in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a warning about a fraudulent website posing as OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, urging public vigilance.
HKMA Reports February 2025 Composite Interest Rate Decrease
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a decrease in the composite interest rate for February 2025, reflecting a reduction in the weighted funding cost for deposits.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Reveals Results of 5-Year Bond Reopening
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the successful tender results for the re-opening of 5-year institutional Government Bonds, reporting a bid-to-cover ratio of 6.25.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Reveals Results of 20-Year Government Bond Tender
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the results of a tender for 20-year HKD institutional government bonds, revealing a bid-to-cover ratio of 4.50 and an annualized yield of 3.851%.
CMU OmniClear and HKEX Forge Partnership to Boost Hong Kong's Financial Market Infrastructure
CMU OmniClear and HKEX sign an MOU to enhance post-trade securities infrastructure in Hong Kong, focusing on cross-asset efficiencies and RMB internationalization.
Hong Kong Mortgage Market Sees Uptick in Applications for January 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 3.3% increase in mortgage applications for January 2025, while approved loans decrease by 2.1% to HK$25 billion.
Hong Kong's January 2025 Monetary Statistics Show Positive Trends
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports an increase in total deposits and renminbi deposits in January 2025, indicating positive economic trends.
Hong Kong Successfully Reopens 3-Year HKD Government Bonds with High Demand
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the successful reopening of 3-year HKD HKSAR Government Bonds, attracting HK$9.32 billion in bids against a HK$2 billion issuance.
Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT to Launch HKD-Backed Stablecoin
Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT are forming a joint venture to issue a stablecoin backed by the Hong Kong dollar, pending regulatory approval.
Hong Kong Credit Card Lending Increases by 7.9% in Q4 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 7.9% rise in credit card receivables for Q4 2024, driven by festive spending and tax payments.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority to Conduct Tender for 2-Year Exchange Fund Notes in February 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announces a tender for 2-year Exchange Fund Notes on February 21, 2025, offering HK$1,200 million with an interest rate of 3.34% per annum.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority to Reopen 2-Year RMB Government Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will hold a tender for the reopening of 2-year RMB government bonds under the Infrastructure Bond Programme on February 13, 2025.
HKMA Reports Stable Credit Conditions for SMEs in Q4 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority's survey indicates that SMEs experienced broadly stable credit conditions in Q4 2024, with minor changes in credit approval perceptions.
HKMA Warns Against Fake News and Fraudulent Projects
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) alerts the public about fake news and fraudulent claims regarding a poverty alleviation project allegedly associated with the HKMA.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Announces Upcoming Exchange Fund Bill Tenders
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has scheduled tenders for Exchange Fund Bills on February 4, 2025, offering significant financial instruments with varied maturities.