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Hang Seng Index Futures Open Down 0.47% to 25474.59 Points

May 20 Hang Seng Index Bull-Bear Street Ratio 66:34, Bear Cert Heavy Zone at 26300-26399

Hang Seng Index Night Futures Close at 25603, Down 102 Points; Hang Seng China Enterprises Index Low by 34 Points

Hang Seng Index Night Futures Close at 25558 on May 19, Down 0.21%

Hang Seng Index Futures Night Session Falls 0.22% to 25446.40, Discount of 228.78 Points

HK Night Session Futures Rise: May Index Futures Up 72 Points to 25684, Hang Seng China Enterprises Up 12 Points

IMF Affirms Hong Kong's Economic Resilience and Advantages, Conditions Favorable for Further Promoting Digital Finance

Hang Seng Index Futures Open Down 0.81% at 25613 Points

Hang Seng Index Bull-Bear Street Ratio 73:27, CITIC Securities Discloses Latest Interval Holdings Changes

Hang Seng Index May Futures Opened Lower, Down 24 Points to 25784 by 17:16 on May 15

IMF Completes 2026 Article IV Consultation with Hong Kong, Affirms Economic Recovery and Financial Stability

Hang Seng Index Bull-Bear Street Ratio 75:25, Bear Cert Heavy Zone at 27000-27099

Hang Seng Index Futures Night Session Closes Up 0.02% at 26240.79 Points

HSI Futures Open 2.11% Up at 26,850 Points

HSI E-mini Futures Closed Up 411 Points

May Night Futures Index Closed at 26799 Points, Up 505 Points

May Futures Night Market Down 135 Points

The Bull and Bear Street Stocks Ratio Distribution and Changes of Hong Kong Hang Seng Index

Hang Seng Night Futures Closed at 26264 Points, 84 Points Below Official Close

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Approximately 10 foreign firms, including those from Southeast Asia and Europe, have filed for listings in Hong Kong, marking the highest interest since 2020. This surge is driven by the city's robust IPO market, which raised $36.4 billion from 110 local firms in 2025. The listings span various sectors, indicating a structural shift in international companies seeking to enter the Hong Kong market, which is now appealing to firms without direct ties to China.

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Foreign firms eye Hong Kong listings as IPO rebound broadens

At midday, HSI fell 142 points (0.6%) to 25,655, while HSTI rose 7 points (0.2%) to 4,865. SMIC surged over 8% to $74.4. Other notable movements included Xiaomi down 1.9%, Tencent down 0.6%, and ZTO Express down 6.4%. Short selling activity was significant across various stocks.

- At midday, the Hang Seng Index (HSI) dropped 142 points to 25,655, while the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTI) rose 7 points to 4,865.  
- Significant movers included SMIC, which surged 8.6%, and ZTO Express, which fell 6.4%.  
- Short selling activity was notable in heavyweights like Xiaomi and Tencent, with ratios reaching 21.7% and 10.7%, respectively.

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HSI Closes Midday at 25,655, Down 142 pts; HSTI Closes Midday at 4,865, Up 7 pts; SMIC Up over 8%

《HIBOR》1-Month HIBOR Down to 2.57%, Sinking for 5 Days

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French investors are increasingly optimistic about Hong Kong, driven by strong market performance and improved geopolitical conditions following US President Trump's visit to Beijing. Financial Secretary Paul Chan noted a significant shift in perceptions since his last visit two years ago, with Hong Kong's stock market rising 28% in 2025. Investors now express a 'fear of missing out' as they realize they may have under-allocated to the market. Chan aims to attract investment and highlight Hong Kong's role as a bridge between Chinese and European businesses.

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Hong Kong’s market surge drives ‘fear of missing out’ among French investors

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China has maintained its benchmark lending rates for the 12th month, with the one-year loan prime rate at 3.00% and the five-year rate at 3.50%. This decision aligns with market expectations amid ample interbank liquidity. Economic activity remains soft, prompting analysts to predict targeted fiscal stimulus rather than broad rate cuts, as inflation concerns grow.

- China maintained its benchmark lending rates for the 12th consecutive month in May, meeting market expectations.  
- Ample interbank liquidity and the recent quarterly report from the People's Bank of China indicate a cautious approach to rate cuts amid ongoing economic softness.  
- The decision reflects a strategic choice to support stability in lending rather than immediate rate reductions.

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China leaves lending benchmarks unchanged for 12th month in May

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The Hang Seng Index rose 122.67 points or 0.48% to close at 25,797.85, ending a two-day slump. Despite gains in financial and oil sectors, concerns over Middle East conflicts and interest rates may lead to a pullback. Major U.S. indices fell, influenced by rising treasury yields and inflation fears. Notable stock movements included Alibaba (+1.21%), Tencent (+2.40%), and AIA (-0.81%).

- The Hong Kong stock market ended a two-day decline, with the Hang Seng Index increasing by 122.67 points to close at 25,797.85.  
- Despite this modest gain, the outlook remains weak due to ongoing concerns about the Middle East conflict and rising interest rates, which are impacting global markets.  
- Wall Street's negative performance and rising treasury yields continue to create uncertainty, while crude oil prices stabilized amid geopolitical developments.

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The People's Bank of China (PBOC) announced that the one-year and five-year Loan Prime Rates (LPRs) for May remained unchanged at 3% and 3.5%, respectively. The LPR has remained unchanged for 12 months in a row.

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PBOC: 1-/ 5-Yr LPRs for May Unchanged at 3%/ 3.5%

The HSI closed up 122 points at 25,797, with a turnover of HKD272.166 billion. TENCENT surged over 2% following positive developments in its cloud platform. Other tech stocks like BABA and MEITUAN also saw gains, while MINIMAX-W and KNOWLEDGE ATLAS dropped significantly. The EV sector struggled, with LI AUTO, NIO, and XPENG all declining. Overall, the market showed mixed results amid profit-taking in US stocks.

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HSI Lifts 122 pts at Close; TENCENT Soars 2%+; MINIMAX-W, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS, XUNCE Wane

Hong Kong's unemployment rate for Feb to Apr 2023 remains at 3.7%, consistent with market expectations. The underemployment rate decreased to 1.5%. Total employment fell by 7,700 to 3,648,000, while the labor force decreased by 5,200 to 3,787,200. The number of unemployed persons rose by 2,600 to 139,200. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han noted the strong economic growth should support the labor market, despite potential geopolitical risks.

- Data from the statistics department shows that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 3.7% from February to April, consistent with market expectations.  
- The total number of employed decreased from 3,655,700 to 3,648,000 during the same period, while the unemployment count rose from 136,600 to 139,200.  
- The Director of the Labour and Welfare Bureau noted that strong economic growth in Hong Kong is expected to support the labor market, while geopolitical risks will be closely monitored.

HK Latest Jobless Rate Holds at 3.7%, In Line with Consensus

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Iron ore prices have declined for the fourth consecutive session in Singapore, marking the longest streak of losses in nearly three months. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting concerns over a deteriorating demand outlook in China, which is impacting market sentiment. The ongoing decline reflects apprehensions about China's economic health and its implications for global commodity markets. Traders are closely monitoring developments in China, as the country's demand for iron ore is a significant driver of global prices. The market remains cautious, awaiting further signals on China's economic trajectory.

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