Ant Bank (Macau) and Hong Kong Gold Exchange Establish Strategic Partnership To Launch One-stop Gold Trading Services

News

On July 18, 2025, the Hong Kong Gold Exchange hosted its first Board of Directors Inauguration & CGSE 115thAnniversary Gala Dinner. During the event, Ant Bank (Macau) Limited ("Ant Bank (Macau)") formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Exchange to establish a strategic partnership. Leveraging their respective strengths, the two parties will collaborate on building a one-stop gold trading service system centered on "physical gold trading + digital service solutions," enhancing transaction efficiency and user experience. This partnership aims to promote coordinated development and deeper connectivity between the financial markets of Hong Kong and Macau.

Hong Kong Gold Exchange, as the city's sole physical gold and silver exchange with its predecessor being the "Chinese Gold and Silver Exchange", boasts over a century

of industry heritage and maintains a rigorous regulatory framework, positioning itself as a key global player in gold trading. Ant Bank (Macau), guided by its mission of "empowering inclusive finance through technology," has established extensive digital financial services for Macau residents and SMEs, building a substantial user base and mature digital service capabilities.

According to the Memorandum of Understanding, the two parties will jointly develop a one-stop gold trading service that integrates online and offline channels, creating an innovative trading experience for users. Compared with traditional gold trading models, this service will significantly lower the investment threshold for gold, enhance trading flexibility, and simplify physical gold redemption - ultimately promoting greater accessibility and mass adoption of gold investment and savings.

Wang Lan, President of Ant Bank (Macau) Limited, stated: "The Hong Kong Gold Exchange represents a century-tested industry leader, while Ant Bank (Macau) stands as an innovative pioneer in the fintech revolution. This collaboration marks a strategic opportunity for us to jointly democratize physical gold trading services and progressively develop a more open and diversified gold financial ecosystem."

Brian Fung, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Gold Exchange, remarked: "The digital transformation wave is creating unprecedented opportunities for traditional gold trading. Ant Bank (Macau)'s innovative digital finance capabilities have opened new avenues for us to serve broader customer segments. We look forward to jointly exploring more precious metals digital service scenarios, injecting new vitality into the industry, and co-building a more efficient and inclusive precious metals trading ecosystem."

-End-

About Ant Bank (Macau) Limited:

Ant Bank (Macau) is a licensed financial institution regulated by the Monetary Authority of Macao, conducting banking and regulated activities in the Macao Special Administrative Region. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative products, the bank provides efficient, convenient, and secure diversified financial services to Macao residents and other eligible customers.

The Hong Kong Gold Exchange (HKGX) is the only trading exchange for gold and silver in Hong Kong. It has been restructured into a corporate framework from the "Chinese Gold & Silver Exchange Society," which boasts a rich history of over 115 years. HKGX officially commenced operations on January 1, 2025. As it embarks on this new chapter, HKGX remains dedicated to unlocking the value of gold while serving the local market with integrity, transparency, and excellence.