SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
Hong Kong Regulators Push Transition Finance as 91% of APAC Investors See Growth
HKMA research shows 60% of global financial institutions now active in transition finance, with Asia-Pacific leading bullish sentiment on green investment growth.
Hong Kong Green Bonds Lock in 4.75% Rate as Inflation Stays Muted
HKMA confirms fifth interest payment for retail green bonds at 4.75% fixed rate, as Hong Kong inflation averages just 1.28% over six months.
Hong Kong Regulators Set 2026-2028 Sustainable Finance Roadmap
HKMA and SFC unveil three-year strategy to cement Hong Kong as Asia's sustainable finance hub, expanding taxonomy to 25 economic activities across six sectors.
HKMA Finalizes Sustainable Finance Taxonomy Phase 2A After Public Consultation
Hong Kong's central bank publishes expanded green finance classification framework, adding transition activities and climate adaptation categories to attract sustainable capital flows.
Hong Kong Advances Digital Finance with $10 Billion Green Bond Issuance
Hong Kong's third digital green bond issuance, valued at HK$10 billion, introduces tokenised central bank money, marking a significant milestone in sustainable finance.
World Bank Issues Poverty-Reduction Bonds on Polygon, Leveraging Real-Time Impact Verification
The World Bank is issuing poverty-reduction bonds on Polygon, enabling real-time impact verification and increasing transparency in social development funding.
HKMA Releases Tentative Schedule for HKSAR Government Bonds Issuance
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has announced a tentative schedule for the issuance of HKSAR Government Bonds under its Infrastructure and Sustainable Bond Programmes.
DFSA and HKMA to Co-Host Climate Finance Conference in Dubai
The DFSA and HKMA are set to co-host the second Climate Finance Conference in Dubai, focusing on sustainable finance through innovation and cross-border collaboration.
HKMA Unveils Phase 2A Prototype for Sustainable Finance Taxonomy
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority initiates a public consultation on the Phase 2A prototype of the Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance, introducing significant enhancements to promote green finance.
HKMC Releases 2025 Social Bonds Allocation and Impact Report
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) unveils its 2025 Social Bonds Allocation Update and Impact Report, detailing allocations and social impacts of bond issuances from 2022 to 2024.
Hong Kong and Switzerland Strengthen Financial Ties in Seventh Dialogue
The Hong Kong-Switzerland Financial Dialogue focused on enhancing collaboration in financial services, addressing global financial challenges, and exploring opportunities in sustainable finance and Fintech.
HKMA Partners with Global Institutions for Climate Investment in Asia
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) collaborates with multilateral organizations to enhance climate investment strategies in Asia, aiming for sustainable growth and reduced emissions.
HKMA and DFSA Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Finance
HKMA and DFSA held a joint conference to strengthen their collaboration on sustainable finance, emphasizing the importance of transition finance and net-zero goals.