HKMA announces tender for HK$2.0 billion 7-year government bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a tender for HK$2.0 billion in 7-year Hong Kong Dollar Institutional Government Bonds. The tender will be held on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, with settlement on Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Details of the HK$2.0 billion offering
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) will tender HK$2.0 billion of 7-year Hong Kong Dollar Institutional Government Bonds.
These bonds, maturing on 7 February 2033, will carry an interest rate of 2.91 percent per annum, payable semi-annually.
The tender is scheduled for Wednesday, 4 February 2026, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, with settlement on the following day.
Only Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme are eligible to participate.
Each competitive tender must be for a minimum amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof.
Tender results are expected to be published by 3:00 pm on the tender day on the HKMA's website and other financial platforms.
Infrastructure Bond Programme issuance
This issuance falls under the institutional part of the HKSAR Government's Infrastructure Bond Programme.
The proceeds from these bonds are earmarked for investment in infrastructure projects, aligning with the Infrastructure Bond Framework.
Further details, including the Institutional Issuances Information Memorandum, are available on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
Dealing for these bonds is expected to commence on Friday, 6 February 2026. Interested parties can approach Primary Dealers for additional information regarding the tender process and bond specifics.