Hong Kong Exchange posts record profit as AI, tech IPO boom drives fundraising

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing posted record first-half 2026 results, with profit rising 24% to HK$10.6 billion. Strong IPO activity, particularly among technology and AI firms, and record trading volumes drove growth. With 87 listings raising HK$212.4 billion, HKEX is benefiting from Hong Kong’s renewed role as a major capital-raising hub.