Bonnie Y. Chan – CEO, Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Limited (HKEX)

Bonnie Chan and Ana Blanquart are discussing the future of global capital markets. Bonnie highlights the role of capital markets in matching capital with opportunities, emphasizing the increasing size of companies and the importance of providing a compelling platform for capital raising and investment. Technology empowers investors, leading to a more vibrant flow of capital globally. Hong Kong has seen successful IPOs with participation from investors worldwide. Tariffs impact everyone, prompting companies to build resilience and seek alternatives. Disruption incentivizes innovation and process streamlining. The AI race requires capital and encompasses chips, computing power, applications, and energy. Bonnie sees significant investment in infrastructure to support AI, with many technology companies seeking listing in Hong Kong.