HKEX plans to implement T+1 settlement in the second half of 2028
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On October 19, 2026, Fintech News Hong Kong reported that the Hong Kong Stock Exchange plans to shorten the settlement cycle for Hong Kong’s securities market from the current T+2 to T+1 in the second half of 2028, although specific implementation still depends on market readiness and regulatory approval. To support the transition, HKEX plans to adopt a three-tier framework, including extending the instruction window, increasing real-time updates and matching, and launching the Settlement Profile Repository and Status Dashboard. Southbound Stock Connect trades, which follow Hong Kong’s settlement arrangements, will also transition to T+1. The report did not disclose a more specific implementation date.
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- Fintech News Hong KongSelectedHKEX adjusts Hong Kong securities market T+1 settlement target to the second half of 2028
HKEX plans to shorten the Hong Kong securities market settlement cycle from T+2 to T+1 in the second half of 2028, but this remains subject to market readiness and regulatory approval. HKEX will support the transition through a three-layer framework that extends the instruction window, increases real-time updates and matching, and introduces the Settlement Profile Repository and Status Dashboard. Southbound Stock Connect trades that follow Hong Kong’s settlement arrangements will also move to T+1.
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