HKEX CEO: Actively studying the extension of after-hours trading hours for derivative products

BlockBeats news, October 12, according to Securities Times, HKEX Group Chief Executive Officer Chan Yiting released a new CEO blog post. Notably, Chan Yiting's remarks this time contained a huge amount of information, including that consultations will also be launched on optimizing the listing regime for specialist technology companies and GEM; attracting more international companies to seek primary or secondary listings in Hong Kong; working with mainland partners on preparations to include real estate investment trusts (REITs) in Stock Connect and to include RMB stock counters in Southbound Stock Connect; and actively studying an extension of after-hours trading hours for derivatives. As for extending stock market trading hours, HKEX will start by leading market discussions to find a plan acceptable to all market parties.