Hong Kong Government Releases Silver Bond Subscription Results
Hong Kong's government announces the subscription and allocation results for the Silver Bond, revealing a robust demand with over 300,000 applications and an issuance exceeding the initial target.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Unveils Bond Issuance Schedule and Appoints Primary Dealers
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has announced a tentative schedule for government bond issuance and appointed primary dealers for its Infrastructure and Sustainable Bond Programs.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Schedules Tender for 3-Year Government Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces a tender for 3-year HKD Institutional Government Bonds, set for October 23, 2024, under the Infrastructure Bond Programme.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Announces Tender for 3-Year RMB Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will conduct a tender for 3-year RMB Institutional Government Bonds on October 24, 2024, with a total offer of RMB1.0 billion and a 2.13% interest rate.
HKMA Reports Decrease in Composite Interest Rate for September 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a 17 basis points drop in the composite interest rate to 2.35% at the end of September 2024, reflecting lower deposit funding costs.
HKMC Concludes Record-Breaking Social Bond Issuance in Asia Pacific
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) has successfully issued a social bond worth HK$23.8 billion, marking the largest issuance in Asia Pacific. The proceeds will aid SME Financing Guarantee Scheme.
Hong Kong Enhances SME Financing Guarantee Scheme Amid Economic Challenges
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces enhancements to the SME Financing Guarantee Scheme, offering extended loan guarantee periods and new repayment options to support businesses.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Concludes Consultation on Renaming Virtual Banks to Digital Banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has published its conclusions on the public consultation proposing the renaming of 'Virtual Banks' to 'Digital Banks', garnering broad support.
HKMC Reports Significant Decline in Profit for First Half of 2024
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) announces a notable drop in profit for H1 2024, attributing the decline to adverse property price impacts on its reverse mortgage business.
Hong Kong Mortgage Applications Drop by 12.2% in August 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 12.2% drop in mortgage applications in August 2024, with approved loans also declining.