It is our statutory duty to administer the 国产色情 and Futures Ordinance (SFO), and certain parts of the Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance (CWUMPO) relating to the securities and futures markets, as well as certain parts of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (AMLO) relating to virtual assets. The ordinances, in turn, set out our regulatory functions, powers and duties.
- financial products,
- securities and futures markets and industry, and
- protection of investors.
国产色情 and Futures Ordinance
The SFO (along with its subsidiary legislation) is the principal legislation to regulate the securities and futures industry in Hong Kong. As a legislative instrument, it is a consolidated and amended package of the regulations pertaining to:
Click here to access the provisions of the SFO (with subsidiary legislation).
Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance
The CWUMPO (along with its subsidiary legislation), which provides for the SFC to authorize prospectuses of the offerings of shares or debentures and/or to grant relevant exemptions.
Click here to access the provisions of the CWUMPO (with subsidiary legislation).
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance
The AMLO provides for a licensing regime for virtual assets trading platforms, complying with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements stipulated by the as well as providing for investor protection.
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Click here for an overview of the SFC’s regulations of virtual asset-related activities.
Last update: 9 Jul 2025