- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing CEO Bonnie Chan stated that the exchange has the capability to extend trading hours to better connect with the North American market and meet the demands of investors.
- Chan noted that while derivatives trading already extends until 3 AM, any adjustments to the cash market require careful consideration and thorough communication with diverse stakeholders due to their varied trading habits.
- She also reported that IPO fundraising in the first 8 months has already surpassed last year's annual total, with the exchange focusing on diversified product structures to meet investor needs.