Investment Funds
Legal guidance on fund formation, LPF structures, SFC licensing, and fund operations in Hong Kong.
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Hong Kong: A Legal and Regulatory Guide
A comprehensive guide to REITs in Hong Kong, covering the SFC's Code on Real Estate Investment Trusts, HKEX listing requirements, structural features, distribution obligations, and key legal considerations for sponsors, managers, and investors.
Private Placement Memorandums and Fund Offering Documents in Hong Kong: A Practical Guide
Understand the legal requirements and best practices for drafting private placement memorandums (PPMs) and fund offering documents for investment funds in Hong Kong, including SFC regulatory considerations and key disclosure obligations.
Hedge Fund Regulation in Hong Kong: SFC Requirements and Compliance Guide
A comprehensive guide to hedge fund regulation in Hong Kong, covering SFC Type 9 licensing for fund managers, the SFC Code on Unit Trusts and Mutual Funds for retail-authorised funds, risk management requirements, short-selling rules, and ongoing compliance obligations.
Green Bonds and ESG-Linked Loans in Hong Kong: Legal Framework and Market Practice
A comprehensive guide to the legal and regulatory framework for green bonds and ESG-linked financing in Hong Kong, covering HKEX listing requirements, ICMA principles, SFC ESG fund regulations, and key documentation considerations.
Open-Ended Fund Companies (OFC) in Hong Kong: A Complete Guide for Fund Managers
A comprehensive guide to the Open-Ended Fund Company (OFC) structure in Hong Kong, covering the legal framework, SFC requirements, variable capital features, sub-fund structures, use cases compared to Cayman funds, re-domiciliation, and tax treatment.
SFC Licensing in Hong Kong: A Guide for Asset Managers, Investment Advisers, and Fund Distributors
A practical guide to SFC licensing in Hong Kong for asset managers, investment advisers, and fund distributors, covering Type 1, 4, and 9 regulated activities, fit and proper requirements, and ongoing obligations.
Fund Structures in Hong Kong: LPF, OFC, and Unit Trust Compared
A comparison of Hong Kong's three main onshore fund structures: Unit Trust, Open-ended Fund Company (OFC), and Limited Partnership Fund (LPF). Key features, regulatory requirements, tax treatment, and guidance on choosing the right structure.
