Chief Executive John Lee recently delivered a video speech at HKEX (00388.HK) +12.200 (+3.058%) Short selling $392.84M; Ratio 16.569% 's 25th anniversary celebration saying that Hong Kong has long been a preferred destination for major and renowned global IPOs. The number of listed companies in Hong Kong increased to over 2,600, with the total market capitalization spiking 6x and the average daily trading volume soaring 9x over the past 25 years. Related NewsSPDB Int’l Lists Top 20 Stocks in Terms of Net Southbound Capital Inflow in Past Mth (Table)Last month, Hong Kong even welcomed the largest IPO globally this year, with a significant rise in the IPO market and trading volume, reflecting strong global confidence in Hong Kong's financial ecosystem. HKEX played a crucial role in promoting Hong Kong as a super-connector and super value-adder.In the face of current global challenges, the government is committed to collaborating with HKEX and regulatory agencies to enhance market liquidity, Lee added.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2025-06-23 16:25.)