The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is an independent statutory body set up in 1989 to regulate Hong Kong’s securities and futures markets. The SFC aims to ensure market integrity, transparency, and fairness, as well as to protect investors.
Key Functions and Responsibilities
- Regulatory Supervision: The SFC regulates the securities and futures markets to ensure that they operate in a fair and orderly manner. This includes licensing and supervising market participants.
- Investor Protection: The SFC aims to protect investors by ensuring they receive accurate and timely information and are treated fairly by financial institutions. It also handles complaints and provides educational resources.
- Market Integrity: The SFC enforces laws and regulations to prevent market misconduct such as insider trading, market manipulation, and other fraudulent activities.
Strategic Initiatives
The SFC focuses on enhancing the regulatory framework to address new challenges, such as the rise of digital assets and the integration of financial technologies. It also promotes sustainability and green finance initiatives within the financial markets.
