PANews reported on August 21st that according to the National Business Daily, at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's 2025 interim results conference, some market participants suggested extending trading hours. HKEX CEO Chan Yi-ting's response was misinterpreted by some as "HKEX is exploring a 24-hour trading mechanism." On August 21st, HKEX spokesperson Chan Yi-ting stated that the exchange is committed to providing greater convenience for investors and is open to all relevant suggestions. However, due to the significant impact and challenges of extending trading hours on the overall market, extreme caution is required and consultation with all market participants is necessary. For example, if something goes wrong, there are still a few hours to remedy the situation, whereas with 24-hour trading, there would be no room for maneuver.