Hong Kong's Financial Secretary confirms talks with Beijing to allow mainland retail investors IPO access, raise Connect quotas, and lower entry thresholds.

Government wants more listed firms trading stocks in renminbi and will use city’s hub status to help mainland Chinese firms expand overseas.

Authorities on both sides reviewing broader Greater Bay Area trading scheme, finance chief says, adding crackdown on illegal trades will help city.

Hong Kong plans to expand cross-border investment channels and IPO access for mainland investors amid tighter capital controls and evolving financial market dynamics.

Hong Kong's Financial Secretary confirms talks with Beijing to allow mainland retail investors IPO access, raise Connect quotas, and lower entry thresholds.