Securities and Futures Commission – Hong Kong

Top-Tier REGULATOR
sfc
Established in 1989
  • Website
https://www.sfc.hk/en/
  • Jurisdiction
Hong Kong
  • Phone
(852) 2231 1222
  • Address
54/F, One Island East 18 Westlands Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
  • Owned by
Government

SFC - Regulator Overview

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.

SFC Warnings and Reports

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