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Hong Kong Sees Surplus Sooner Thanks to Stock Surge

8/4/2025

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Hong Kong anticipates a surplus in its operating account for the 2025-26 financial year, fueled by rising stamp duty from a robust stock market.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan forecasts this surplus will arrive a year sooner than expected.
Daily trading volume stands at HK$200 billion, contributing approximately HK$260 million in stamp duty revenue.
The Hang Seng Index has surged over 25% this year, accompanied by notable IPO activity.

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Hong Kong anticipates a surplus in its operating account for the 2025-26 financial year, fueled by rising stamp duty from a robust stock market.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan forecasts this surplus will arrive a year sooner than expected.
Daily trading volume stands at HK$200 billion, contributing approximately HK$260 million in stamp duty revenue.
The Hang Seng Index has surged over 25% this year, accompanied by notable IPO activity.