HUTRAHK@EC2603A

Tracker Fund released FY2020 Q2 earnings on August 18, 2021 (BJT), with actual revenue of -4.872 B HKD and EPS of -1.4646

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CINESE INTL

WAN KEI GROUP

CHINA WACAN

JH EDUCATION

DIGITAL DOMAIN

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Asian stock markets rose on Tuesday, driven by gains on Wall Street and renewed interest in tech stocks. The Nikkei 225 in Japan surged 2.3% to a record high, buoyed by the ruling party's election victory. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong also climbed, supported by tech and AI sectors. Other regional markets, including South Korea and Taiwan, posted modest gains. Overall, the MSCI All Country Asia Pacific Index increased by 1.2%.

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Hang Seng Index

Nishikawa Keisoku Co., Ltd.

Rasa Corporation

Tokai Holdings Corporation

Yamami Co.

Kewpie Corporation

ANAP Inc.

ChinaAMC Hang Seng ETF

BlackRock, Inc.

TRACKER FUND

FL2 CSOP HSI

FI2 CSOP HSI

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.

Japan Agricultural Cooperatives Group

E Fund CSI Hongkong Bond Investment Theme ETF

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CSOP NIKKEI225

FI CSOP HSI

Asset Management One Co., Ltd.

CSOP HSI ETF

Pro Ultrshrt Yen

Wall Street Cues, Renewed Tech Strength Lift Asia Stock Markets

Hong Kong's minimum wage will increase by HK$1 to HK$43.10 per hour, effective May 1, pending Legislative Council approval. This 2.38% rise follows a previous adjustment in 2024. The Minimum Wage Commission believes this new rate balances low wages and job retention while supporting economic growth. The formula for future adjustments considers factors like the consumer price index and GDP growth, aiming for transparency and predictability in wage changes.

- Hong Kong's minimum wage will increase by HKD 1 to HKD 43.10 per hour, following a recommendation by the government’s decision-making body.  
- This 2.38% increase, proposed by the Minimum Wage Commission, is set to take effect on May 1, 2026, pending legislative approval on February 25.  
- The Commission emphasizes that the new standard balances low-wage job retention with economic growth, using clear and objective indicators for annual adjustments.

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Hong Kong’s minimum wage set to rise by HK$1 per hour to HK$43.10

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The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has reported robust performance for newly listed stocks. According to Ming Pao, data from Dealogic and Bloomberg indicates that initial public offerings (IPOs) raising $100 million or more have seen significant gains. On average, these stocks experienced a 23.8% increase in share price on their first day of trading. Over the course of a month, the average increase reached 30.7%, marking the best performance in the past 20 years.

CoinLive

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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)

GF Fund CSI HK Connect Financials(ex Banks) Thematic ETF

China Southern Hang Seng ETF

Hong Kong Stock Exchange Reports Strong IPO Performance

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At the beginning of last year, China's appeal as an investment theme seemed to have diminished significantly. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting a notable reversal over the past 12 months, prompting banks to seize opportunities arising from this shift in trend. The resurgence in interest has led financial institutions to adjust their strategies to benefit from the renewed focus on China as a viable investment destination. This change marks a significant turnaround from the previous sentiment, where China was largely overlooked by investors.

SSE Index

Huatai-PB CSI 300 ETF

ISHARES A50

Invesco Golden Dragon China

Roundhill China Dragons ETF

iShares MSCI China

CSI 300

Tianshun

CAM CSI300

Fortune SG SSE 180 Value ETF

CSOP A50 ETF

E Fund CNI Value 100 ETF

NASDAQ Golden Dragon China Index

HSCEI ETF

CAM MSCI A50

China's Investment Theme Revives, Banks Rush to Capitalize

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At the close of the Hong Kong stock market, the Hang Seng Index rose by 0.58%, and the Hang Seng TECH Index rose by 0.62%

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CSOP HS TECH

Mainland China stocks were largely flat on Tuesday, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 0.02% and the CSI300 Index up 0.02%. Gains in the communications sector, particularly in media stocks due to ByteDance's AI model, offset losses in property shares, which fell by 1.61%. Trading is expected to thin ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index rose 0.54%. Investors are awaiting economic data, including January credit lending figures, as a Reuters poll suggests new loans may rise.

Reuters

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China stocks largely flat as gains in communication sector offset property losses

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Asian shares mostly rose, led by Japan's Nikkei 225, which surged 2.6% following a historic election win for the country's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. Other Asian markets also saw gains, with Australia's S&P/ASX 200 up 0.3%, South Korea's Kospi up 0.6%, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng rising 1.0%. Meanwhile, U.S. stocks experienced slight increases, with the S&P 500 gaining 0.5%. Investors are awaiting key economic reports on the job market and inflation, which could influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.

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Tokyo Ichiban Foods Co., Ltd.

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Asian benchmarks mostly rise, led by a post-election rally in Japan

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Hong Kong shares rose 339 points (1.3%) to 27,370, nearing a two-week high, driven by positive sentiment from Wall Street's record high. Gains were limited by caution ahead of upcoming Chinese CPI and PPI data. Tech and consumer sectors led the advance, with notable increases from Minth Group (2.4%), Pop Mart Intl. (5.8%), SMIC (4.1%), JD Health Intl. (3.9%), and AIA Group (3.4%). U.S. Treasury Secretary mentioned efforts to enhance communication with China.

- Hong Kong equities rose by 339 points, or 1.3%, to 27,370, nearing a two-week high, influenced by positive trends from Wall Street.  
- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's statement highlighted efforts to improve communication between the U.S. and China, while caution prevailed due to upcoming Chinese CPI and PPI data release.  
- The tech and consumer sectors saw significant gains, with notable movements in Minth Group, Pop Mart Intl., SMIC, JD Health Intl., and AIA Group.

Trading Economics

HS HSI ETF-R-D

MINTH GROUP

XI2CSOPHSTECH

POP MART

Hong Kong Shares Extend Rally to Near 2-Week Peak

The Hang Seng Index's intraday increase has expanded to 1%

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According to the Hong Kong Stock Connect data, the TRACKER FUND had a net outflow of HKD 4.555 billion, and KUAISHOU-W had a net outflow of HKD 569 million. TENCENT, on the other hand, saw a net inflow of HKD 1.8 billion and HKD 904 million in the Shanghai and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connects, respectively. Overall, the net outflow of southbound funds was HKD 0, with a total transaction amount of HKD 100.432 billion, accounting for 39.36% of the market transaction volume

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Net outflow of HKD 4.555 billion from the TRACKER FUND through the Hong Kong Stock Connect

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The short selling amount in the Hong Kong stock market reached HKD 18.8 billion in half a day, accounting for 16.9% of the total transaction of shortable stocks at HKD 110.93 billion. The main shorted stocks include CSOP HS TECH with a short selling ratio of 30.2% and a short selling amount of HKD 1.16 billion; Xiaomi Group-W with a short selling ratio of 40.8% and a short selling amount of HKD 1 billion; TRACKER FUND with a short selling ratio of 11.3% and a short selling amount of HKD 960 million; MEITUAN-W with a short selling ratio of 45.7% and a short selling amount of HKD 920 million; Alibaba-W with a short selling ratio of 17.7% and a short selling amount of HKD 900 million

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The short selling in Hong Kong stocks for half a day reached HKD 18.8 billion, accounting for 16.9% of the total turnover of shortable stocks

China and Hong Kong stocks rebounded on Monday, driven by strong performances in the US and Japan. The CSI300 Index rose 1.4%, while the Shanghai Composite gained 1.2%, and the Hang Seng increased by 1.5%. Brokerages advised investors to hold onto stocks ahead of the Lunar New Year, suggesting the recent market correction is ending. Gains were led by film, media, and entertainment stocks, with optimism for holiday spending. Additionally, gold-linked stocks rose as China's central bank continued its gold purchases.

HUTRAHK@EC2603A(17094.HK)

Wall Street Cues, Renewed Tech Strength Lift Asia Stock Markets

Hong Kong’s minimum wage set to rise by HK$1 per hour to HK$43.10

Hong Kong Stock Exchange Reports Strong IPO Performance

China's Investment Theme Revives, Banks Rush to Capitalize

At the close of the Hong Kong stock market, the Hang Seng Index rose by 0.58%, and the Hang Seng TECH Index rose by 0.62%