HKMA Survey Shows Slight Improvement in SMEs' Credit Conditions for Q3 2026
The HKMA's Q3 2026 survey reveals improved SME credit perceptions, with 83% seeing similar or easier approval stances, up from 78% in Q2.
HKMC Releases Social Bonds Allocation and Impact Report for 2025 Issuance
The HKMC published its Social Bonds Allocation Update and Impact Report for the November 2025 issuance, detailing proceeds allocation and social impacts.
HKMA to Reopen 7-Year HKSAR Government Bonds for HK$1.25 Billion Tender
The HKMA will reopen 7-year HKSAR Government Bonds for a HK$1.25 billion tender on 11 November 2026, with settlement on 12 November.
HKMA hosts fifth Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit
HKMA said about 280 financial leaders attended the fifth Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit, with a closing forum due on Nov. 4.
HKMA and HKUST launch PQC Toolkit for bank quantum preparedness
HKMA and HKUST have launched a Post-Quantum Cryptography Toolkit to help banks assess exposure, set governance and plan transitions.
HKMA launches Project SAGE on agentic finance, names expert group
Hong Kong's HKMA launched Project SAGE to support agentic finance and formed an expert group to examine governance, identity and standards.
HKMA expands Project Ensemble to 24/7 tokenised settlement
Hong Kong’s HKMA said Ensemble TX can now support 24/7 interbank settlement in tokenised central bank money, with more banks and pioneers involved.
HKMA: Hong Kong mortgage applications fell 10.5% in September
Hong Kong mortgage applications, approvals and drawdowns declined in September, while outstanding mortgage loans edged up and delinquency stayed low.
HKMA says negative-equity mortgages fell to 3,819 at end-September
HKMA said negative-equity residential mortgages fell to 3,819 cases at end-September 2026, while the delinquency ratio rose to 1.34%.
HKMC reports HK$3 billion interim profit as debt issuance rises
HKMC said interim profit after tax rose to HK$3.0 billion in 1H 2026, supported by annuity and reverse mortgage accounting effects and higher investment income.