HKEX to Implement Severe Weather Trading from 23 September 2024

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEX”) has announced the finalisation of the operational model and arrangements to allow Hong Kong's securities and derivatives markets to remain open during severe weather conditions. HKEX plans to implement Severe Weather Trading (“SWT”) from 23 September 2024.

HKEX will proceed with the proposals to maintain trading, post-trade and listing arrangements in its securities and derivatives markets, including Stock Connect, derivatives holiday trading, and after-hours trading, during a severe weather event.

To ensure safety, JMC Capital HK Limited/JMC Capital International Limited will use remote working mode on a SWT day. During severe weather, its trading, clearing and settlement and market information systems will all be accessible online and remotely.

We look forward to working closely with the HKEX and other regulatory authorities to facilitate safe, secure and reliable access to Hong Kong market during severe weather events.

This announcement is for investors’ reference only, and the specific time will be subject to the HKEX’s notification. Please refer to the exchange announcement of HKEX:

https://www.hkex.com.hk/Services/Trading-hours-and-Severe-Weather-Arrangements/Severe-Weather-Trading-Arrangements?sc_lang=en