Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Hong Kong, China SAR · Hang Seng Index (HSI) · HKD
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Local Time (GMT+8)
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Is HKEX open today?
Hong Kong Stock Exchange is currently closed.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Trading Hours
| Session | Local (GMT+8) | UTC | US Eastern (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Session | 09:30 – 16:00 | 01:30 – 08:00 | 09:30 PM – 04:00 AM |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM HKT | ||
Trading days: Monday – Friday. Closed on public holidays. UTC times shift with daylight saving time.
About Hong Kong Stock Exchange
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is one of Asia's most important financial markets, serving as the primary gateway between mainland China and global capital markets. Established in 1891, HKEX lists over 2,500 companies and has one of the highest IPO volumes in the world. The Hang Seng Index (HSI) is Hong Kong's primary benchmark, tracking the largest capitalised companies on the exchange.
✓Primary gateway between China and international capital markets
✓Consistently one of the world's top three venues for IPO fundraising
✓The Hang Seng Index tracks 80 of the largest and most liquid HKEX-listed stocks
✓HKD is pegged to the USD (7.75–7.85 range) under a linked exchange rate system
✓HKEX owns the London Metal Exchange (LME), acquired in 2012
Founded
1891
Benchmark Index
Hang Seng Index (HSI)
Currency
HKD
Trading Days
Mon – Fri
Hong Kong Stock Exchange — Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Hong Kong Stock Exchange open?
HKEX opens at 9:30 AM Hong Kong Time (HKT, UTC+8), with a pre-opening session from 9:00 AM. There is a lunch break from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM HKT, and the afternoon session closes at 4:00 PM HKT.
What time does HKEX close?
HKEX closes at 4:00 PM Hong Kong Time (HKT, UTC+8). There is no daylight saving time in Hong Kong, so this is consistently UTC+8 year-round.
What is the Hang Seng Index?
The Hang Seng Index (HSI) is Hong Kong's benchmark stock market index, tracking up to 80 of the largest companies listed on HKEX by market cap and turnover. Major constituents include Tencent, Alibaba, Meituan, AIA Group, and HSBC.
What time is HKEX in US Eastern Time?
HKEX opens at 9:30 PM ET the previous evening (e.g. Sunday night for Monday's session) and closes at 4:00 AM ET. Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT) is UTC+8, 13 hours ahead of EST.
Can foreigners invest in HKEX?
Yes. HKEX is fully open to international investors. The Stock Connect programmes also allow investors to trade eligible Shanghai and Shenzhen-listed shares through Hong Kong brokers, and vice versa.