The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reported that Exchange Fund assets increased by HKD 72.9 billion in June 2026 to HKD 4,463.6 billion. Hong Kong dollar assets rose by HKD 84.7 billion, mainly reflecting unsettled Exchange Fund Bills and Notes issuance, while foreign currency assets declined by HKD 11.8 billion, largely because of withdrawals of Fiscal Reserves placements. The Monetary Base grew by 0.1% to HKD 2,075.0 billion. Backing Assets increased by 0.3% to HKD 2,320.6 billion, lifting the Backing Ratio to 111.84% from 111.66% at the end of May.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority2026-07-31
Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports Exchange Fund assets rose to HKD 4.46 trillion in June
Exchange Fund assets rose by HKD 72.9 billion to HKD 4,463.6 billion in June 2026 as an increase in Hong Kong dollar assets outweighed a decline in foreign currency assets. The Monetary Base reached HKD 2,075.0 billion, while the Backing Ratio increased to 111.84%.