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Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange

Hong Kong

Abbreviation

HKMEx

Location

Hong Kong

Region

Asia

Product Types

Gold, Silver

About Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange

The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) was an electronic commodity derivatives exchange established in 2008, launching trading in 2011. It offered USD-denominated gold and silver futures contracts designed to serve as a bridge between the Western and Asian precious metals markets, taking advantage of Hong Kong's position as a global financial hub. HKMEx surrendered its FINI licence and ceased operations in May 2013 following regulatory investigations and trading irregularities.

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