Hang Seng Indexes Company
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Financial services, Market data |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong , Hong Kong |
| Products | Stock market indices |
| Owner | Hang Seng Bank |
| Website | www |
Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited (HSI; ) operates as a privately held enterprise based in Hong Kong and is entirely owned by Hang Seng Bank. Established in 1984, HSI stands as a prominent provider of stock market indices for the Hong Kong market as well as key Chinese exchanges, including the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets.
Products
HSI delivers more than 400 stock market indexes updated in real-time and daily, categorized into five main types:
- Market Capitalization-weighted Indexes
- Factor and Strategy Indexes
- Sector-specific Indexes
- Sustainability-focused Indexes
- Fixed Income Indexes
The Hang Seng Index remains its most recognized and widely utilized benchmark.
2011
In February, HSI rolled out the HSI Volatility Index (VHSI), inspired by the Chicago Board Options Exchange VIX. VHSI gauges the anticipated 30-day volatility of the Hang Seng Index by analyzing option pricing data.
2017
November saw HSI introduce three Stock Connect Hong Kong Indexes, broadening its suite of products associated with cross-border trading activities.
2018
January marked the debut of the Hang Seng SCHK New Economy Index, which focuses on emerging industries within China’s evolving economic landscape.
2020
On 27 July 2020, HSI launched the Hang Seng Tech Index, which monitors key technology enterprises such as Tencent, Meituan Dianping, and Xiaomi. This index emphasizes the market performance of leading technology companies that significantly influence returns.