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財經事務及庫務局局長許正宇在點金國際香港總部開業典禮致辭 宣布設黃金專線

財經事務及庫務局局長許正宇十月十三日在點金國際香港總部開業典禮致辭，宣布政府將設黃金專線協助海內外金商參與大宗商品交易生態圈。點金位於大埔、約十萬平方呎的貴金屬精煉廠預計今年底落成。香港黃金中央清算及結算系統已於七月試營運，目標明年首季正式啓用。

Securities and Futures Commission approves six securities registrars for the upcoming uncertificated securities market regime

The Securities and Futures Commission has approved six securities registrars for the upcoming uncertificated securities market regime. No full text was attached to the press release; the specific list and arrangements are subject to the SFC's original text, link: https://apps.sfc.hk/edistributionWeb/gateway/TC/news-and-announcements/news/doc?refNo=26PR166

Hang Seng Index closes up 59 points, mainland bank stocks perform well

The Hang Seng Index closed at 24,271 points, up 59 points, with full-day main board turnover exceeding $162.6 billion. The financial sub-index rose more than 1%, mainland bank stocks performed well, China Merchants Bank rose more than 3%, China Construction Bank and Bank of China rose nearly 2% or more; the property sub-index fell about 1%. The tech index fell nearly 0.7% to 4,169 points, Xiaomi fell more than 5%; Laopu Gold plunged nearly 8%, making it the worst-performing Hang Seng constituent.

HKEX and S&P Dow Jones Indices launch S&P 500 HKEX Technology 100 Index

HKEX and S&P Dow Jones Indices have jointly launched the S&P 500 HKEX Technology 100 Index, which was launched on 30 September 2026, with approximately 60% allocated to the HKEX Technology 100 Index and 40% to the S&P 500 Index, with weights adjusted quarterly. The index aims to support future tracking ETFs in qualifying for inclusion in Stock Connect trading, providing investment exposure to the US and Hong Kong stock markets through a single benchmark.

Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited reminds public to beware of fake website

Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited reminds the public to beware of the fake website fasterpaymentsystemhk.lol, which masquerades as a Faster Payment System (FPS) online transaction security service in an attempt to trick members of the public into providing identity card photos, telephone numbers and bank account numbers. The clearing company clarified that it has absolutely no relationship with the website, and its official websites are www.hkicl.com.hk and fps.hkicl.com.hk. Suspicious communications can be verified by calling 2533 1111.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues notice on bank-related scams

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant. 7 banks, including Bank of East Asia, have issued press releases regarding fraudulent websites and online banking login screen scams. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds the public that banks will not direct customers to conduct transactions via hyperlinks in SMS or emails, nor will they ask for login passwords and one-time passwords. Those who have provided personal information may contact the relevant bank or report the case to the Hong Kong Police Force by calling 2860 5012.

Hang Seng Index turns lower in early afternoon session

The Hang Seng Index turned lower in the early afternoon, standing at 24,197, down 13 points. The technology index's decline widened to about 0.91%, at 4,159.

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恒指半日升幅收窄至42點 成交不足1千億元

恒指半日收報24253點，升42點，升幅0.17%，成交額近862億元，早段曾升至24455點。金融股回穩，友邦及滙控升近2%，但科技指數轉跌，報4174點，跌23點。中芯國際及華虹宏力跌近2%至逾4%，長飛光纖光纜跌逾4%。

Hang Seng Index opens 223 points higher

Hong Kong stocks opened higher, with the Hang Seng Index at 24,434 points in the auction session, up 223 points or 0.92%. The Tech Index stood at 4,241 points, up 43 points or 1.03%.

Infrastructure Bond Programme and Government Sustainable Bond Programme Institutional Government Bond Tender Results (Hong Kong dollars)

data.gov.hk hosts a dataset of tender results for institutional government bonds issued under the Infrastructure Bond Programme and the Government Sustainable Bond Programme in Hong Kong dollars. The data is maintained by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and updated monthly.

Bonnie Chan: Artificial intelligence will be used to screen whether companies meet disclosure requirements

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing chief executive Bonnie Chan said artificial intelligence would be used to screen whether new listed companies meet disclosure requirements, and stressed that although there are large numbers of new listings queuing up to list in Hong Kong, the quality of listed companies will not be compromised. She also said Hong Kong's cash equities market has the capacity to shorten the settlement cycle to "T+1", and if implemented, supporting measures would be put in place to help the market adapt.

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李家超：內地企業出海專班已協助逾340家內地企業在港上市融資

行政長官李家超表示，去年10月成立的「內地企業出海專班」一年來已協助超過340家內地企業在香港上市及融資、對接海外標準並取得行業認證。他在香港中國企業協會活動致辭時說，施政報告提出深化與內地和香港行業協會合作、擴展專班跨界別專業服務平台，並爭取盡早與卡塔爾和祕魯簽訂投資協定。

Provisional Issuance Schedule for Government Agency Bonds under Infrastructure Bond Scheme and Sustainable Bond Scheme and Appointment of Primary Market Dealers

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the provisional issuance schedule for government agency bonds under the Infrastructure Bond Scheme and the Sustainable Bond Scheme from October 2026 to March 2027. The bonds will be denominated in Hong Kong dollars and renminbi and issued by competitive bidding. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has also reappointed 13 financial institutions as primary market dealers for a two-year term covering October 2026 to September 2028. All issuance information is provisional, and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority may adjust it in light of market conditions and publish a revised schedule in due course.

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金管局公布基建債及可持續債計劃下政府債券暫定發行時間表及13間第一市場交易商

金管局以特區政府代表身分公布二○二六年十月至二○二七年三月六個月的政府機構債券暫定發行時間表，債券以港元及人民幣計價、以競爭性投標方式發行。金管局同時重新委任13間金融機構為第一市場交易商，委任期兩年，涵蓋二○二六年十月至二○二八年九月，詳情載於 www.hkgb.gov.hk。

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港股高收425點 科指升逾3%支撐大市

恒生指數收市報24211點，升425點，升幅約1.8%，主板成交約2092億元。科技股推動大市，科技指數高收逾3%、報4197點，小米升近10%是升幅最大恒指及科指成份股。本周恒指及科指累計都升約1%，分別結束4星期及兩星期跌勢。

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港匯指數

二○二六年十月九日（星期五）的港幣匯率指數為一百點四，和昨日指數比較下降零點一。

Hang Seng Index up over 1% in early afternoon session

Hong Kong shares rose over 1% in the early part of the afternoon session. The Hang Seng Index was reported earlier at 24,117 points, up 331 points, or 1.39%. The Tech Index was at 4,154 points, up 81 points, or 1.99%.

Hang Seng Index regains 24,000-point mark, up 259 points at midday

The Hang Seng Index regained the 24,000-point mark at midday, closing at 24,045 points at noon, up 259 points, or about 1.1%. Turnover on the Main Board reached nearly $111.7 billion in the morning session. The Tech Index rose more than 1.5% to 4,136 points, with Xiaomi surging more than 7% to become the best-performing constituent. AI and chip stocks moved lower, with Zhipu and Tianshu Zhixin falling nearly 5% or more.

ICAC charges Greentown China's former chairman Zhang Yadong over alleged HK$20 million bribe to facilitate company's acquisition of property project

The ICAC has charged Zhang Yadong, former chairman of Greentown China Holdings Limited, alleging that he accepted a bribe of HK$20 million, leading the company to acquire a property project in Dalian for RMB440 million. The case was mentioned in the Eastern Magistrates' Court today, with the charge alleging that he conspired with others to accept bribes, which were suspected to have been deposited in multiple instalments into his son's bank account.

Bonnie Chan: Using technology to improve listing approval efficiency, shortening the stock settlement cycle is the global trend

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Chief Executive Bonnie Chan said the company will use AI and other technologies to improve listing approval efficiency. The Stock Exchange and the Securities and Futures Commission have committed to striving to complete reviews within 40 working days and two rounds of regulatory comments, provided the information is in place. She said shortening the Hong Kong stock settlement cycle from T+2 to T+1 is the global trend, and supporting arrangements will be explained when the consultation conclusions are announced.

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張松橋入稟高等法院向許家印追討101億元欠款

中渝置地主席張松橋入稟高等法院，向恒大創始人許家印追討101億元欠款。入稟狀指張松橋按2010年5月至10月的口頭協議墊付290億元，許家印在2014年至2020年償還186.5億元，並在2022年11月15日確認欠101億元。另據報許家印資產接管人亦入稟追討186.5億元。

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於2027年到期的銀色債券系列第四個付息日息率定為4.00厘

金管局以特區政府代表身分公布，基礎建設債券計劃下於2027年到期的銀色債券系列（發行編號03GB2710R）第四次付息按年息4.00厘計算。第四個付息日為2026年10月23日，息率於2026年10月8日按浮息及定息的較高者釐定。浮息參照以2019/20年為基期的綜合消費物價指數，近6個月算術平均值為1.80%。

Hong Kong shares close down 344 points at 3-month low as financial and AI-related stocks plunge

Hong Kong shares fell for a second consecutive day, with the Hang Seng Index closing at 23,785, down 344 points or more than 1.4%, marking a 3-month closing low. Mainland stock markets resumed trading after the National Day long holiday and southbound flows resumed, with turnover surging to about $207.3 billion; HSBC, Bank of China, Standard Chartered and BEA fell nearly 5% to nearly 6%, Hua Hong and MINIMAX fell more than 9% and nearly 14% respectively, while mainland property stocks bucked the trend to rise.

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金管局公布二○二七年到期銀色債券第四個付息日息率

金管局以政府代表身分公布，在基礎建設債券計劃下發行、發行編號03GB2710R的二○二七年到期銀色債券，第四次付息按年息4.00厘計算。第四個付息日為二○二六年十月二十三日，息率於十月八日按當前浮息及定息較高者釐定，當日浮息為+1.80%、定息為+4.00%。

Hang Seng Index down over 100 points in early afternoon session, tech index falls nearly 2%

Hong Kong shares fell in the early part of the afternoon session. The Hang Seng Index stood at 23,985 earlier, down 145 points, or 0.6%. The tech index stood at 4,122, down 72 points, or 1.72%.

Hang Seng Index falls below 24000 points, down 167 points at midday with turnover of over $1063 hundred million

Hong Kong shares fell for a second consecutive day. The Hang Seng Index closed at midday at 23963 points, down 167 points, a drop of about 0.7%, falling below the 24000-point mark. Mainland stock markets reopened after the holiday and mainland funds returned, with first-half-day main board turnover rising to over $1063 hundred million; the Tech Index fell nearly 2% to 4113 points, HSBC and Standard Chartered fell 4% or more, while mainland property stocks bucked the trend.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges public to beware of scam websites involving Bank of East Asia and two other banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant. Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank and Bank of Singapore have issued press releases regarding scam websites and fraudulent online banking login screens, with relevant hyperlinks uploaded to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's website. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds members of the public that banks will not direct customers to make transactions through hyperlinks in SMS messages or emails, nor will they ever ask for login passwords and one-time passwords. Those who have provided such information should call 2860 5012 to report the case to the Information Centre of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Hong Kong Police Force.

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署理財經事務及庫務局局長陳浩濂在立法會就《香港第一個五年規劃》及《施政報告》致謝議案致辭

署理財經事務及庫務局局長陳浩濂十月七日在立法會就《香港第一個五年規劃》及二○二六年《施政報告》致謝議案合併辯論致辭，提出強化國際金融中心、新增長點及「金融＋」三大方向措施。當中包括金管局與中國人民銀行探討優化貨幣互換協議、推出七天離岸人民幣流動資金投標機制，「債券通」抵押品接受範圍十一月起擴大，並建議由二○二六／二七課稅年度起將第二名及其後子女免稅額由14萬元提高至16萬元。

Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivers speech at Legislative Council, briefing economic data and setting out directions for the four major centres under the Five-Year Plan

Paul Chan delivered a speech at the Legislative Council on 7 October during the consolidated debate on the motion concerning Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan and the motion of thanks for the 2026 Policy Address, first briefing on Hong Kong's latest economic situation: growth of 5.1% in the first half, a 52% rise in export values from July to August, unemployment of 3.8% from June to August, and a full-year real growth forecast of 3.5% to 4.5%. The speech also set out the direction of progress in finance, shipping and aviation, trade, innovation and technology, and talent聚集聚.

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港股低收150點結束兩日升勢 地產股造好

港股連升兩日後回吐，恒生指數收報24130點，跌150點，跌幅逾0.6%，主板成交額947億元，連續3日不足千億元。地產分類指數升1%，九龍倉置業、恒地、新世界發展及新地升逾1%至逾2%；滙控跌約2%，科技指數收報4194點，跌約0.7%。

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陳茂波有信心香港全年經濟增長達3.5%至4.5%修訂預測

財政司司長陳茂波在立法會表示，香港今年上半年按年增長5.1%，他有信心全年經濟實質增長達3.5%至4.5%的修訂預測。7至8月出口貨值按年升52%、連續19個月雙位位數增長，6至8月失業率為3.8%。首9個月平均每日成交額2729億港元，118宗首宗公開招股集資3880億元。

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GUM：今年首3季強積金回報6.2% 成員人均賺20287元

強積金顧問GUM公布，今年首3季強積金綜合指數上升6.2%，成員人均賺20287元，單計第3季人均賺1762元。股票基金指數升8.3%，亞洲股票基金首3季回報達24.3%，香港股票基金負回報3.8%表現最差。首8個月基金轉換額約498億元，推算全年747億元，按年上升逾25%。

Legislative Council Question 13: Regulation of emerging payment platforms

Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Joseph Chan Ho-lim replied in writing to a question from Chan Chun-ying, stating that from January 2024 to September 2026, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority received 16 complaints alleging unlicensed operation of stored value payment facilities, of which 1 was substantiated and the complainant reported no loss. Platforms involved in currency exchange or cross-border remittances must obtain a licence from the Customs and Excise Department, while those offering "buy now, pay later" services involving lending business must obtain a money lender's licence under the Money Lenders Ordinance.

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許正宇：政府與倫敦金銀市場協會探討合格交割標準合作

財經事務及庫務局局長許正宇表示，政府正與倫敦金銀市場協會探討落實在合格交割標準上的合作，若落實可將國際認可標準融入香港黃金市場基礎設施。他在意大利索倫托出席全球貴金屬會議時宣布，協會將與特區政府及香港貴金屬中央結算系統公司於明年4月在香港合辦亞洲論壇；港金結算公司試營運已有11家銀行任臨時直接參與者，連結即時支付結算系統以實現貨銀對付結算的工作已進入最後階段。

Hang Seng Index falls over 100 points in early afternoon session

The Hang Seng Index stood at 24,143 in the early part of the afternoon session, down 137 points, or 0.56%. The Tech Index stood at 4,183, down 39 points, or 0.95%.

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警方拘捕4名男女 涉偽造出糧紀錄及文件騙7000萬元按揭貸款

警方商業罪案調查科以串謀詐騙罪拘捕3男1女，涉嫌以虛假出糧紀錄及偽造文件，為一個住宅物業向3間金融機構申請按揭，騙取超過7000萬元貸款。被捕人年齡30至42歲，警方指他們在2021年至2023年間開設空殼公司誇大收入，行動中檢獲手機、電腦及印章等，不排除有 further 拘捕。

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立法會十七題：縮短股票現貨市場結算周期

港交所建議將香港股票現貨市場結算周期由T+2縮短至T+1，最快二○二七年第四季實施，署理財經事務及庫務局局長陳浩濂書面答覆立法會提問。港交所目標於年內發表諮詢總結及實施時間表，並將預留充足準備時間，照顧中小型證券商的系統升級需要。投委會將透過多元平台加強零售投資者教育，港交所亦會設T+1專題網頁發布資料。

Financial Secretary attends global precious metals conference, outlining Hong Kong's "gold blueprint"

Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui attended the London Bullion Market Association's Global Precious Metals Conference 2026 in Sorrento, Italy, outlining the development of Hong Kong's gold trading ecosystem. The trial operation of Hong Kong's central gold clearing and settlement system has received an ideal response, with 11 banks serving as temporary direct participants in the settlement system, which will commence formal operation in the first quarter of next year; the London Bullion Market Association will also co-host an Asian forum in Hong Kong with the Hong Kong Government and the Hong Kong Gold Clearing Company Limited in April next year.

Chan Chun-ying suggests striving for gold reserves to be stored in Hong Kong; Kan Wai-man advocates studying RMB payments for Northern Metropolis procurement

Chan Chun-ying suggested in a LegCo joint debate that efforts be made to secure gold reserves from the People's Bank of India, India and ASEAN central banks to be stored in Hong Kong, in order to enhance physical scale and credibility. Kan Wai-man, meanwhile, advocated that, with suppliers' consent, government expenditure on cross-boundary infrastructure procurement in the Northern Metropolis be paid in renminbi. Cheung Pui-kong expressed hope that the Kai Tak Line could connect to Kai Tak Hospital, facilitating residents' cross-district medical visits.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Bank Negara Malaysia Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Bank Negara Malaysia held a high-level bilateral meeting in Hong Kong on 2 October, agreeing to strengthen cooperation in areas including fintech and digital assets, cross-border regulation, use of local currencies in the region and capital market connectivity. The two sides will set up a joint working group to promote compliant cross-border stablecoin applications, and explore establishing a link between Hong Kong's CMU and Malaysia's RENTAS.