Press "Enter" to skip to content

Hong Kong Bourse Posts Record First-Quarter Profit As Listings And Trading Momentum Rebound

By Rebecca Hsu on April 29, 2026 1:54 pm |

Asia Market and Asia News

Hong Kong, 29 April 2026 – Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd delivered a record first-quarter profit as stronger stock listings, higher trading activity and renewed investor interest in China-linked opportunities lifted the city’s role as a major global fundraising hub.

HKEX reported net income of HK$5.2 billion for the three months ended March, up 27% from a year earlier and ahead of the HK$4.6 billion consensus estimate in a Bloomberg survey of analysts. Core revenue rose 22% to HK$7.7 billion, supported by stronger trading, clearing and listing-related activity.

Unlock the Full Article

This article is exclusive to The Ledger Asia Subsribers / PAID members.

Subscribe to Read More

Already have an account? Log in here

Author

  • Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

    Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.

Published in Asia Market and Asia News

More from Asia MarketMore posts in Asia Market »
More from Asia NewsMore posts in Asia News »
Latest News