Paul She and Sam Tsoi featured in HK MoneyClub (21 July 2025)
Hong Kong’s market rebound: a global leader in 2025
After years of subdued performance, Hong Kong’s capital market has made a remarkable comeback in 2025. In the first half of the year, the city welcomed 42 IPOs, raising over HKD 107 billion—a 22% increase compared to the previous year—and temporarily claiming the top spot globally. With over 200 IPO applications pending as of June, Hong Kong is witnessing its strongest pipeline since 2021.
This resurgence is fueled by strategic policy reforms, including streamlined approval processes, enhanced market connectivity with mainland China, and more inclusive listing rules for innovative companies.
- Challenges and opportunities ahead
While differences in accounting standards and compliance requirements remain, these hurdles are diminishing with growing cross-border professional support. As Paul mentioned, “The trend of A-share companies listing in Hong Kong is set to accelerate, offering firms a strategic way to diversify and capture global opportunities.”
- Hong Kong’s future: a reinvented financial powerhouse
“Choosing Hong Kong isn’t just about fundraising—it’s a pivotal step toward internationalization,”Sam stated. “In an era of global capital integration, Hong Kong’s unique position as a bridge between China and the world will only grow more critical.”
Credit to: MoneyClub, 21 July 2025
