Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on the 14th that over 500 companies are currently in line to list in Hong Kong, including enterprises in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics, autonomous driving, and biotechnology.
According to official Hong Kong radio, Lee made these remarks during a speech at the HSBC Global Investment Summit. He said that among the companies applying to list in Hong Kong, an increasing number are emerging technology industries.
Lee stated that as we enter the second quarter of this year, the global situation remains complex and ever-changing, with the ongoing situation in the Middle East continuing to affect market sentiment. However, Hong Kong's financial market has remained strong and active so far this year. In March, the average daily turnover of Hong Kong stocks was nearly US$39 billion (RMB 154.207 billion), up 8% from the same period last year. As of the end of March, Hong Kong's IPO (Initial Public Offering) fundraising exceeded US$14 billion (RMB 55.356 billion), ranking first in the world.
Lee also said that China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) supports Hong Kong's development as an international financial, shipping, and trade center. With the support of the country, Hong Kong can provide a stable and secure business environment, which he described as "unmatched by other international centers."
He stated that investors are increasing their asset allocation in Hong Kong, viewing it as a safe haven for funds. At the same time, the steady growth of Mainland China's economy and the large number of high-quality companies coming to Hong Kong for listing provide them with abundant investment opportunities.