Hong Kong, 13 July 2026 – Hong Kong’s exchange operator will introduce 18 new single-stock option classes in three batches during August, expanding the range of risk-management and trading instruments available to investors as derivatives activity continues gaining momentum.

The first batch of six contracts will begin trading on 10 August, followed by another six on 17 August and the final group on 31 August. Both weekly and monthly expiries will be offered from the first trading day, allowing market participants to select contract durations that more closely match their investment strategies and hedging requirements.

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Rebecca Hsu

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.