The article was first published on HongKongEcho. A surge in IPOs and equity issuance in the first half of 2026 has reinforced Hong Kong’s appeal as an international financial centre. Some 85 companies completed new listings in the first half of this year, raising a total of US$26.9 billion – a 92% jump year on year and the best first half for five years. 1 This revival is no accident: behind the scenes, reforms and structural changes have built a strong foundation for continued success.
