Hong Kong brokers’ crypto trading commissions fall 13.5% in first half of 2026
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The SFC's latest review shows virtual asset commissions shrinking while the broader securities industry posted a 21% jump in net profit Hong Kong’s securities industry just had a very good six months. Its crypto desks did not. Commission income from virtual asset trading at local brokers fell 13.5% in the first half of 2026, according to the latest financial review from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). The rest of the industry was busy posting its best numbers in a while. The SFC’s review was released between October 8 and 10, 2026.
Source: Crypto Briefing
