HONG KONG: HKEX to Launch Designated Specialist Programme for Dual Counter Securities

Wednesday January 21 2026

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX) announced that the launch of the Designated Specialist Programme for Dual Counter Securities (DCS-DS Programme) is scheduled on 26^th January 2026 (Monday).

Application for Registration of Designated Specialist under the Dual Counter Market Maker (DCMM) Regulations and DCMM Stamp Duty Exemption Programme

A Designated Specialist for Dual Counter Securities (DCS-DS) shall comply with the relevant obligations and requirements pursuant to the Rules of the Exchange. Market making and liquidity providing activities under the DCMM Stamp Duty Exemption Programme are eligible for stamp duty exemption provided that it satisfies such criteria and complies with the requirements of the DCMM Stamp Duty Exemption Programme

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