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The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce is proud to be the oldest -- founded in 1861 -- and largest -- with around 4,000 corporate members -- business organization in Hong Kong.

HKEX is the holding company of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, Hong Kong Futures Exchange Limited and Hong Kong Securities Clearing Company Limited. It brings together the market organisations which have transformed Hong Kong's financial services industry from a domestically focused industry to the global player it is today.

The function of the SFC is to administer the laws relating to the trading of securities, futures and leveraged foreign exchange contracts in Hong Kong. The SFC is also charged with facilitating and encouraging the development of Hong Kong's markets.

GEM offers growth enterprises an avenue to raise capital; offers investors an alternative of investing in "high growth, high risk" businesses; provides a fund raising venue and a strong identity to foster the development of technology industries in Hong Kong and the region; and promotes the development of venture capital investments.

The HKMA is the government authority in Hong Kong responsible for maintaining monetary and banking stability.

The eIRC is put up by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) to help investors make informed decisions on their investments in securities and derivatives markets.

The HKIFA is the professional body that represents the investment management industry in Hong Kong. The HKIFA Home Page, provides details of the fund management industry in Hong Kong and information for investors.

The HSBC Group, one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations, had its beginnings in Hong Kong more than 130 years ago. Today, the Group operates a network of some 5,000 offices in 80 countries and territories, including around 700 offices in the Asia-Pacific region.

HKEx is the holding company of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, Hong Kong Futures Exchange Limited and Hong Kong Securities Clearing Company Limited. It brings together the market organisations which have transformed Hong Kong's financial services industry from a domestically focused industry to the global player it is today.

The bank in Hong Kong with a world view. Locally incorporated with over 85 years history, we are a subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation, one of the largest bank holding companies in the world. We offer you a unique set of services which accommodate your lifestyle, and fit your personal and small business goals.

Through the prudence, flair and quality of our operations we aim to become one of the world's leading international banks.

Serving the people of Hong Kong since its establishment in 1918, The Bank of East Asia is the territory's largest independent Chinese bank. Over the years it has gained an international reputation as a professionally managed and flexible yet prudent financial institution.

The Bank's vision is to be a reputable provider of financial services in the hearts of the customers. To achieve this we are constantly developing a range of leading-edge products and services that meet the different money management and investment needs of our customers.

The innovative and integrated Dah Sing e-Banking Service brings you enhanced online services. You can access and operate your Dah Sing i-Account, Bank Account, Credit Card as well as Cash Card via Internet anytime anywhere.

You can now manage your finance via DaoHeng ec-banking anytime, anywhere.

As a strongly-capitalised commercial bank focusing in Hong Kong and mainland China, we specialise in a wide range of retail banking, commercial banking, corporate and institutional banking, treasury services and private wealth management. State-of-the-art technology is employed to provide innovative, tailor-made products which aim to help our customers master all their financial challenges -- and earn a little EXTRA.

ICBC is the largest state-owned commercial bank in China. Through the years, it has shown tremendously in financial strength and operational scale with total assets amounting to RMB3,539.9 billion (USD$427.6 billion) as at the end of 1999 and with over 30,000 branches in China. ICBC was awarded by Euromoney in July 2000 as the "Best Domestic Bank" in China and ranked the 10th largest bank in the world in terms of tier 1 capital by "The Banker".

The Bank provides both retail and commercial banking services, including deposits, loans, remittances, foreign exchange, credit cards, securities trading and trade finance.

International Bank of Asia ("IBA") provides a wide range of diversified financial services through a network of 28 strategically located branches in Hong Kong, Kowloon and the New Territories, off-site ATMs and 24 Hour Electronic Banking Centers, and phone banking service.

With continuous upgrading of advanced technology, Wing Lung Bank strives to provide innovative and comprehensive services to suit your changing needs.

Hani Securities, a registered and licensed broker and dealer of stocks and shares in Hong Kong.

Developed by South China Online Limited, sctrade.com is one of the most comprehensive financial websites in Hong Kong. sctrade.com provides all-rounded and comprehensive financial services, offering "One Stop Shop" investment solutions via electronic media to investors.

Daily stock market updates from the Swiss stock exchange, Zurich

Global Capital Investment LLC is a leading provider of foreign exchange brokerage and managed account services. GCI's forex brokerage services are among the most competitive and comprehensive in the industry.

InsureCargo is the leading U.S.-based e-commerce facility selling cargo insurance for single trip exposures to and from anywhere in the world. Founded in 1999, InsureCargo is creating the standard for insuring the world’s trade. The company has its roots in a founding insurance agency established in 1962 and with employees having a combined 200 years of insurance experience.

Occupied by the UK in 1841, Hong Kong was formally ceded by China the following year; various adjacent lands were added later in the 19th century. Pursuant to an agreement signed by China and the UK on 19 December 1984, Hong Kong became the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China on 1 July 1997. In this agreement, China has promised that, under its "one country, two systems" formula, China's socialist economic system will not be practiced in Hong Kong and that Hong Kong will enjoy a high degree of autonomy in all matters except foreign and defense affairs for the next 50 years.

The Inland Revenue Ordinance established the tax system of Hong Kong. Taxation is administered by the Inland Revenue Department. Income taxes are charged on income which has a Hong Kong source. Estate duty is charged on the principal value of property located in Hong Kong passing on the death of the deceased. Stamp duties are charged on instruments relating to Hong Kong assets. The residence status of a taxpayer does not normally affect his tax liability except in special areas (ship or aircraft owners and election for personal assessment).