The SFC published consultation conclusions to extend the investor identification code regime to HKEX-traded derivatives, following a similar regime for the securities market (HKIDR-S) introduced in March 2023. Target implementation is Q2 2028. The regime will require licensed corporations and registered institutions that provide brokerage services or conduct proprietary trading to submit clients' names and identity information to a central data repository.

2026-06-23

The SFC published consultation conclusions to extend the investor identification code regime to HKEX-traded derivatives, following a similar regime for the securities market (HKIDR-S) introduced in March 2023. Target implementation is Q2 2028. The regime will require licensed corporations and registered institutions that provide brokerage services or conduct proprietary trading to submit clients' names and identity information to a central data repository.