Hong Kong - Reminder to issuers of securities and participants in the derivatives market to obtain a Legal Entity Identifier

What is a Legal Entity Identifier (LEI)? An LEI is a unique 20-digit, alpha-numeric code linked to a set of key reference information relating to a legal entity. Firms participating in financial transactions need LEIs to fulfil their reporting obligations under financial regulations and directives. LEIs are also key for matching and aggregating market data for transparency and regulatory purposes. The use of LEIs is part of a global LEI initiative supported by the Financial Stability Board an