HKEX Announces AI and Semiconductor Indices With Mainland ETF Plan
New benchmarks track AI and chip firms to help investors access growth.
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What happened
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) introduced two new indices: an AI index covering 40 related HK-listed firms and a Semiconductor index covering 30 major HK-listed chip-related companies. HKEX also announced an agreement to roll out a Mainland ETF tracking the AI index, with further details to come.
Why it matters
The new benchmarks give investors a clear, tradable way to follow AI and semiconductor opportunities.
HKEX adds two new benchmarks to its index lineup. The AI index tracks 40 HK-listed companies tied to AI, including areas like chip design and AI software. The Semiconductor index tracks 30 large HK-listed chip-related firms across manufacturing, equipment, and hardware.
The firms say they will work with a Mainland fund manager to launch an ETF that tracks the AI index in the mainland, making it easier for mainland investors to participate in AI-related opportunities through a simple, traded product.
FOR PEOPLE
Benefits reportedInvestors gain new tools to access AI-related opportunities.
FOR AI AND ITS OPERATORS
Benefits reportedNew benchmarks may guide exposure to AI- and semiconductor-themed investing.
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Original sources · 1
- Hong Kong Exchange launches artificial intelligence and semiconductor indices ↗People's Daily · 2026-10-26
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