How do I get an IPO in Hong Kong?
Listing and IPOs in Hong Kong are generally carried out in three steps which are the initial preparation, regulatory vetting and marketing, and offering. Once the decision to go public is made, you should be aware of the key figures necessary to carry on the process.
How long does it take for IPO to get approved?
It can last between two weeks and three months, depending on the company and its advisors. If handled properly, it should take an average company between six and nine months to go public via an initial public offering (IPO) or direct public offering (DPO) – if it is coordinated and managed properly.
How many IPOs are there in Hong Kong 2020?
154 companies
In 2020 a total of 154 companies raised HK$398 billion – the highest amount raised in a single year since 2010. And, despite recent global market volatility, our primary market continues to take a leading position in the world’s IPO fundraising league tables.
What is the IPO process?
An initial public offering (IPO) refers to the process of offering shares of a private corporation to the public in a new stock issuance. An IPO allows a company to raise capital from public investors.
How long does it take to IPO in Hong Kong?
The IPO process: Steps, timing and parties and market practice
| Steps | Typical timeline |
|---|---|
| Vetting process | 70 days before the Listing Date |
| Listing hearing | Generally around 20 days before the Listing Date |
| Post-hearing | 14 days before the Listing Date |
| Prospectus registration | At least one day before the date of prospectus |
Why is Hong Kong listed?
Hong Kong is uniquely positioned as the key gateway between China and international markets. This provides extreme benefits, especially to international companies who are having a harder time accessing the more stringent but incredibly profitable Chinese market.
How long is IPO quiet period?
With an IPO, the quiet period stretches from when a company files registration paperwork with U.S. regulators through the 40 days after the stock starts trading. With publicly-traded companies, the quiet period refers to the four weeks before the end of the business quarter.
How do you know when an IPO will happen?
IPO investors can track upcoming IPOs on the websites for exchanges like NASDAQ and NYSE, and various specialty websites. These include: Google News, Yahoo Finance, IPO Monitor, IPO Scoop, Renaissance Capital IPO Center, and Hoovers IPO Calendar.
Why listing in HKex?
Why list with HKEX? HKEX is a China anchored and globally connected exchange. Hong Kong opens the key gateway between China and international markets. Stock Connect provides a convenient and effective cross-border market connecting China with the world.
What time does the HK stock market open?
Hong Kong Securities Market 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
How do I know if my IPO is open?
What are the typical stages of an IPO?
A company goes through a three-part IPO transformation process: a pre-IPO transformation phase, an IPO transaction phase, and a post-IPO transaction phase.