HKMA reminds public to beware of fraudulent website scam involving Chong Hing Bank

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant, noting that Chong Hing Bank has issued a press release regarding the fraudulent website and online banking login screen, with the hyperlink uploaded to the HKMA website. The HKMA reminds that banks will not request customers to provide sensitive information such as login passwords via hyperlinks in SMS or emails, and those who have provided personal information should contact their bank and report the case to the Information Centre of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Hong Kong Police Force by calling 2860 5012.

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

Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited recently discovered two scam websites impersonating its official website, masquerading as the Faster Payment System (FPS) online transaction security service to obtain bank account details. The company clarified that these have absolutely no relation to its business, and that its genuine official websites are www.hkicl.com.hk and fps.hkicl.com.hk. Suspicious communications can be verified by calling 2533 1111.

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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%。

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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%。

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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香港銀行同業結算有限公司提醒公眾慎防偽冒網站

香港銀行同業結算有限公司提醒公眾，近日發現偽冒其官方網站的詐騙網站 refundrequesthk.online，偽裝成買家網上安全保障，提供轉數快FPS退款、舉報未經授權交易等服務，誘騙市民提供身分證照片、電話號碼及銀行帳號。

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金管局公布九月底香港官方外匯儲備資產4,330億美元

金管局公布香港二○二六年九月底的官方外匯儲備資產為4,330億美元，八月底為4,428億美元，兩月底均無未交收外匯合約。4,330億美元相當於香港流通貨幣五倍多，或港元貨幣供應M3約35%。

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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。

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金管局公布9月底香港外匯儲備資產4,330億美元

金管局公布2026年9月底香港官方外匯儲備資產為4,330億美元，8月底則為4,428億美元。9月底及8月底並無未交收外匯合約。有關總額相當於香港流通貨幣5倍多，或港元貨幣供應M3約35%。

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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金管局提醒市民留意五家銀行通報的欺詐網站騙案

金管局呼籲市民提高警覺，列出東亞銀行、上海商業銀行、創興銀行、集友銀行及華僑銀行（香港）已就欺詐網站及網上銀行登入畫面發出新聞稿。金管局提醒，銀行不會透過短訊或電郵超連結引領客戶到網站交易，也不會要求提供登入密碼和一次性密碼。曾提供個人資料或進行交易的人士，可按新聞稿資料聯絡銀行，並致電2860 5012向香港警務處刑事總部資訊中心報案。

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.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Bank Negara Malaysia hold high-level meeting to strengthen cooperation on fintech and market connectivity

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 and infrastructure interconnection within the region, and capital market connectivity. The two sides will establish a policy-focused joint working group to promote compliant cross-border stablecoin application scenarios in both places, and explore establishing a link between the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's Central Maturity Facility (CMU) and Malaysia's RENTAS.

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余偉文：港匯逐步走弱 港美息差擴大誘發套息交易 港元需求回落

金管局總裁余偉文指港匯自6月中起逐步走弱，近日徘徊7.846至7.8475水平，主因港美息差擴大誘發套息交易、與股市相關的港元需求回落。他在《匯思》撰文指上月美國聯儲局3年來首次加息，港匯會否觸發7.85的弱方兌換保證受多項因素影響、難以準確預測，並提醒市民置業或借貸前充分管理利率風險。

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金管局公布外匯基金票據投標結果

金管局公布10月6日外匯基金票據投標結果，Q2640平均接納息率2.83厘、發行額72,081百萬港元，H2669平均接納息率3.15厘、發行額19,000百萬港元。兩者分配比例分別約98%及約20%，下次投標訂於10月13日舉行。

Eddie Yue on recent HK dollar trends and the conditions for triggering the weak-side convertibility undertaking

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Chief Executive Eddie Yue said the HK dollar has gradually weakened since mid-June to hover around 7.8460 to 7.8475, close to the 7.8500 weak-side convertibility undertaking, mainly because the widening Hong Kong-US interest rate gap has prompted carry trades and demand for HK dollars related to the stock market has fallen back. He said the automatic interest rate adjustment mechanism of the Linked Exchange Rate System will keep the HK dollar stable between 7.75 and 7.85 to 1 US dollar, and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will closely monitor market conditions.

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外匯基金票據投標結果

金管局公布10月6日外匯基金票據投標結果，Q2640平均接納息率2.83厘、發行額72,081百萬港元，H2669平均接納息率3.15厘、發行額19,000百萬港元。Q2640分配比例約98%，H2669約20%，下一輪投標定於10月13日舉行。

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金管局舉辦Cargo x方案日 與PAA簽署諒解備忘錄推動區域貿易數據互聯

金管局10月5日舉辦Cargo x方案日，逾300人參與，並與PAA數位貿易聯盟簽署諒解備忘錄推動貿易融資數字化。與上海市數據局合作的貨貿通試點至今促成十宗貿易融資批核，貸款額達1.8億港元。

Bank of Asia obtains Hong Kong banking licence, becoming first Central Asian bank to establish presence in Asia-Pacific

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has granted a banking licence to Bank of Asia from Kyrgyzstan, effective today. The bank will establish a restricted licence bank in Hong Kong under the name "Bank of Asia Hong Kong Branch", making it the first Central Asian bank to set up a business presence in the Asia-Pacific region. With the licence taking effect, the number of restricted licence banks in Hong Kong has increased to 17.

Bank of Alakun receives banking licence from Hong Kong Monetary Authority, becoming first Central Asian bank to establish presence in Asia-Pacific

InvestHK announced that Bank of Alakun has received a banking licence from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and will establish a restricted licence bank in Hong Kong under the name Bank of Alakun Hong Kong Branch, becoming the first Central Asian bank to set up a business presence in Asia-Pacific. The department had provided consultation on licence applications and support for regulatory alignment. Director-General Alpha Lau said this is another milestone following the Chief Executive's visit to Central Asia in June this year.

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金管局舉辦CargoX方案日 與PAA簽署備忘錄推動區域貿易數據互聯

金管局十月五日舉辦CargoX方案日，逾300名業內人士參與，並與PAA數位貿易聯盟簽署諒解備忘錄推動貿易融資數字化。「貨貿通」合作已讓首批五間試點銀行取用長三角貿易報關數據，至今促成十宗貿易融資批核，貸款額1.8億港元。

Bakai Bank Limited granted restricted banking licence

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced today (5 October) that the Banking Commissioner has granted a restricted banking licence to Bakai Bank Limited under the Banking Ordinance, effective immediately. Bakai Bank is a bank incorporated in the Kyrgyz Republic. With the licence granted, the number of restricted licence banks in Hong Kong increased to 17.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds public to watch out for suspicious mobile app scams involving Bank of China (Hong Kong)

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant. Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited has issued a press release and reported the suspicious mobile app scam to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds that banks will not direct customers to transact on websites via hyperlinks in SMS or emails, nor will they ask for login passwords and one-time passwords. Those who have provided personal information or made transactions should contact the bank in accordance with the press release, and call 2860 5012 to report the case to the Information Centre of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Hong Kong Police Force.

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 hkmonetaryauthority.lol, which masquerades as the 'Buyer Online Security Guarantee' to offer Faster Payment System (FPS) online transaction security services, tricking users into providing identity card numbers, photos of identity documents and telephone numbers. The company clarified that it has absolutely no relationship with the website, and its official website addresses are www.hkicl.com.hk and fps.hkicl.com.hk. Enquiries can be verified by calling 2533 1111.

Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited warns public to beware of fake FPS refund website

HKICL reminded the public to beware of the fake website refund-fps.ink, which masquerades as an FPS online transaction refund service and directs users into WhatsApp conversations with people impersonating customer service staff. HKICL said it has absolutely no relationship with the website; the official websites are www.hkicl.com.hk and fps.hkicl.com.hk, and 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 remain vigilant, noting that several banks have issued press releases regarding scams involving fraudulent websites, online banking login pages and impersonation emails, among others, including a fraudulent mobile application of Bank of Singapore Limited. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds the public that banks will not request sensitive information such as login passwords and one-time passwords via hyperlinks in SMS messages or emails, and that those who have provided personal information should call 2860 5012 to report the case to the Information Centre of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Hong Kong Police Force.

Scam notification dataset updated; Hong Kong Monetary Authority provides JSON application programming interface

The data.gov.hk dataset "Scam Notification" is provided by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, with a publication date of 2026-09-14. The dataset uses JSON format and provides an application programming interface, with an update frequency of as required. The interface is read using the GET method, and the required parameter lang can be entered as en, tc or sc to select the output language.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority releases results of residential mortgage survey for August 2026

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority released the results of the residential mortgage survey for August 2026. New loan applications fell 8.3 per cent month-on-month to 8,446 cases, while newly approved mortgage loans decreased 28.2 per cent to HK$32.2 billion. Within the total, approvals in the primary market fell 31.8 per cent to HK$9.1 billion, the secondary market dropped 36.7 per cent to HK$15.3 billion, while re-mortgages rose 6.8 per cent to HK$7.8 billion. Outstanding mortgage loans increased 0.6 per cent month-on-month to HK$1,975.4 billion, with a delinquency ratio of 0.11 per cent.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority releases Hong Kong international reserves and liquidity data for end-August

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority released on 30 September data on Hong Kong's foreign exchange reserves and liquidity as at end-August 2026. The dataset is released monthly according to the International Monetary Fund's Special Data Dissemination Standard template. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues four foreign exchange fund press releases each month, three of which are published under the Special Data Dissemination Standard, while the fourth is a summary of the foreign exchange fund balance sheet and currency board accounts.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces monetary statistics for August 2026

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced monetary statistics for August 2026. Total deposits with authorized institutions rose 1.4% month-on-month, with Hong Kong dollar and foreign currency deposits up 2.2% and 0.8% respectively. Renminbi deposits in Hong Kong fell 2.1% to RMB1,101.5 billion, the Hong Kong dollar loan-to-deposit ratio declined from 70.7% to 69.3%, and both Hong Kong dollar M2 and M3 rose 2.1%.

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金管局公布八月底外匯基金總資產43,354億港元及貨幣發行局帳目

金管局公布，截至二○二六年八月三十日外匯基金總資產43,354億港元，較七月底減少683億港元，當中外幣資產減少680億港元主要因提取財政儲備存款，港元資產減少三億港元主要因香港股票按市價重估。八月底貨幣基礎20,802億港元，支持比率由七月底111.86%升至112.00%。

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金管局宣布知識產權融資沙盒完成首批七宗試點個案融資審批

金管局宣布知識產權融資沙盒參與銀行已完成七宗試點個案的融資審批，貸款金額介乎100萬港元至3,900萬港元，涵蓋電子、建築、玩具製造業及醫療器材等行業。沙盒由金管局聯同商務及經濟發展局及知識產權署於二○二五年十二月推出。

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政府公布知識產權融資沙盒首批七宗成功試點個案並推出專利估值先導支援計劃

政府九月三十日公布知識產權融資沙盒首批七宗成功試點個案，並推出專利估值先導支援計劃。個案涵蓋電子、建築、玩具製造和醫療器材等行業，貸款金額介乎100萬元至3,900萬元。先導計劃為期兩年，每家獲批企業上限資助八萬元，即日起接受申請。

Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces participating banks in intellectual property financing sandbox complete financing approvals for first batch of seven pilot cases

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced that participating banks in the intellectual property financing sandbox have completed financing approvals for seven pilot cases, with loan amounts ranging from HK$1 million to HK$39 million, used for daily operations, business expansion and marketing. The cases cover industries including electronics, construction, toy manufacturing and medical devices; the sandbox was launched in December 2025 by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority together with the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau and the Intellectual Property Department, and has received support from the Hong Kong Association of Banks.

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知識產權融資沙盒首批七宗試點個案獲批

政府公布知識產權融資沙盒錄得首批共七宗完成融資審批的試點個案，涵蓋電子、建築、玩具製造、醫療器材等行業，貸款金額介乎100萬元至3,900萬元。當局同時推出為期兩年的專利估值先導支援計劃，以政府與合資格中小企1：1配對、每家單次上限八萬元資助企業作知識產權估值，即日接受申請。商經局、金管局和知識產權署會收集意見，研究擴大參與銀行和企業數目等沙盒下一階段方向。

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金管局公布2026年8月貨幣統計數字 存款總額升1.4%

金管局公布2026年8月份貨幣統計數字，認可機構存款總額上升1.4%，港元及外幣存款分別上升2.2%及0.8%。香港人民幣存款下跌2.1%，8月底為11,015億元人民幣，跨境貿易結算的人民幣匯款總額為15,376億元人民幣。港元貸存比率由7月底的70.7%降至8月底的69.3%。

Hong Kong Monetary Authority releases results of residential mortgage survey for August 2026

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority released the results of the residential mortgage survey for August 2026. Newly approved mortgage loans in August fell 28.2% month on month to HK$32.2 billion, while new loan applications dropped 8.3% to 8,446 cases. Newly drawn mortgage loans rose 11.6% to HK$32.8 billion, outstanding mortgage loans increased 0.6% month on month to HK$1,975.4 billion, and the delinquency ratio stood at 0.11%.

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金管局公布國際儲備及外匯流動性數據

金管局9月30日公布截至2026年8月底香港外匯儲備及流動性數據，按國際貨幣基金組織特殊標準的數據範本每月發布。金管局每月發放4份外匯基金數據新聞稿，其中3份按特殊標準公布，另1份為外匯基金資產負債表摘要及貨幣發行局帳目；9月份按特殊標準公布的國際儲備數據已於9月7日發出。

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金管局公布8月底外匯基金總資產43,354億港元 按月減683億港元

金管局公布截至2026年8月31日外匯基金總資產43,354億港元，較7月底減少683億港元。外幣資產減少680億港元主要因提取財政儲備存款，港元資產減少3億港元則因香港股票按市價重估。貨幣基礎20,802億港元按月增1億港元，支持比率由111.86%升至112.00%。

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香港特區政府成功定價約200億港元等值第四批數碼綠色債券

香港特區政府9月29日宣布，在政府可持續債券計劃下成功定價約200億港元等值的數碼綠色債券，涵蓋港元、人民幣、美元及歐元，並於9月28日定價。四個品種分別為55億港元2年期3.80%、75億人民幣5年期1.65%、2億美元3年期5.023%及4.5億歐元4年期3.734%，認購額為發行額約1.3倍至11.3倍。