Foreign Investors Hong Kong Confidence Rising, Says Paul Chan

Foreign investors Hong Kong sentiment is improving, with renewed confidence in the city’s financial markets, according to Financial Secretary Paul Chan. He said overseas firms are expanding and leasing new offices, while nearly half of stock market inflows since September last year have come through Northbound funds, with the rest from Europe and the US. Chan added that multiple Middle Eastern companies will hold investment roadshows in Hong Kong next month targeting infrastructure and construction partnerships. He also highlighted Vice Premier He Lifeng’s keynote at the Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit, noting the event’s growing stature. HKMA chief Eddie Yue confirmed next year’s summit will take place on 3 November.