As global investment preferences shift towards private markets, Hong Kong has solidified its position as a cornerstone of this dynamic landscape. As of June 2024, Hong Kong ranks second in Asia and fifth globally, with fund managers overseeing US$240 billion in assets under management across private equity, venture capital, and private debt (including private credit). A robust private market enables the city to capitalise on the powerful interplay between capital formation and entrepreneurial ventures. Startups, scale-ups, and innovative technologies increasingly rely on private capital to drive growth, and Hong Kong’s vibrant investment landscape provides a strong foundation to support this momentum, fuelling innovation, growth, and economic resilience in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
Despite these strengths, persistent gaps remain—particularly in funding early-stage ventures, commercialising innovation, and refining regulatory frameworks for alternative investments. These challenges point to a need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to build a dynamic, inclusive, and future-ready alternative investment ecosystem. As a leading international financial hub, Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to bridge these divides and elevate its leadership in the private markets sector.
You are cordially invited to an Industry Exchange Series webinar, where we delve deeper into the insights gleaned from the paper. Our distinguished speakers will explore the evolving landscape of private markets in Hong Kong, discuss emerging opportunities and challenges, and outline actionable strategies to reinforce Hong Kong’s position as a global hub for alternative investment funds.
Panellists:
- Mr Paul Ho, Financial Services Tax Leader for Hong Kong, Ernst & Young (See Bio)
- Mr Jingjing Jiang, Partner and Head of Hong Kong Funds Practice, King & Wood Mallesons (See Bio)
- Mr Danny Lee, Managing Partner, VCA Capital (See Bio)
- Ms Simone Song, Founding Partner, ORI Capital Limited (See Bio)
Moderator:
- Dr Rocky Tung, Director & Head of Policy Research, FSDC (See Bio)
Language: English
Supporting Organisation:
- Asia-Pacific Structured Finance Association
- CFA Society Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Trustees’ Association
- The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers
- The Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong
- Treasury Markets Association
- World Alliance of International Financial Centers