Hong Kong to revise listing req’s and IPO process: FS Chan

Authorities will introduce reforms like an enhanced regulatory regime for listed companies.

Hong Kong is looking to revising its listing requirements and the process for initial public offering (IPOs).

The city will launch a consultation in Q1 to revise the listing requirements for enterprises with weighted voting right structures, said Financial Secretary Paul Chan in the 2026-27 Budget Speech.

Hong Kong will also look into the facilitation of secondary listing of overseas issuers, enhancement of its IPO process, and introduce a provision of greater flexibility for biotechnology and specialist companies applying for listing, Chan said.

Chan said that they will introduce reforms such as enhancing the regulatory regime for listed companies.

Hong Kong will also provide specific guidelines for overseas companies listing in Hong Kong, offer more overseas markets as recognized exchanges, and explore a provision for an over-the-counter trading platform for delisted stocks or those requiring special handling.

Hong Kong will also implement the enhanced structured product listing framework in the first half of the year, Chan said.