Selection Criteria For The HSI Constituent Stocks
HSI constituent stocks are selected with the use of extensive analysis, together with external consultation. To be qualified for selection, a company:
- must be among those that comprise top 90% of the total market value of all ordinary shares;
- must be among those that comprise top 90% of the total turnover on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited "SEHK" (香港交易所);
- should have a listing history of 24 months or meet the requirements of the following Guidelines:
Guidelines for Handling Large-cap Stocks Listed for Less than 24 Months
For a newly listed large-cap stock, the minimum listing time required for inclusion in the stock universe for the HSI review is as follows:
| Average MV Rank at Time of Review | Minimum Listing History |
|---|---|
| Top 5 | 3 Months |
| 6–15 | 6 Months |
| 16–20 | 12 Months |
| 21–25 | 18 Months |
| Below 25 | 24 Months |
Among the eligible candidates, final selections are based on their:
- market capitalisation and turnover rankings;
- representation of the respective sub-sectors within HSI; and
- financial performance.
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