In response to press enquiries, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd. (HKEx) has issued the following statement.

HKEx operates its markets with internationally competitive fees and charges. It constantly monitors its fees and charges to ensure that Hong Kong remains competitive compared with other exchanges overseas.

To maintain Hong Kong's position in the forefront of the global securities and futures markets, HKEx is committed to continuous market development and improvements in its services to the investing public. This requires substantial investments including investments in its trading and clearing platforms. At the same time, as a listed company, HKEx operates as a business answerable to its shareholders.

HKEx will be discussing with Securities and Futures Commission to review the fees and charges of HKEx and the review is expected to be completed in a year. The review will take into account the competitiveness of the Hong Kong market and the commercial interests of HKEx. HKEx does not have any present plans to fundamentally change its fees and charges.