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Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF Listed on HKEX

  • Written by Media Outreach
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 September 2026 – Bosera Asset Management (International) Co., Limited ("Bosera International") announced that the Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF (Ticker: 03516) was listed on Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited ("HKEX") on September 24. As the first listed ETF to track the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index*, the product provides investors with a new allocation tool across the Hong Kong and South Korean semiconductor markets, marking a strategic milestone in technology-focused investing and cross-border financial innovation. Amid the acceleration of global AI and emerging technologies, demand for semiconductors continues to surge, driving robust industry momentum. On March 31, HKEX and the Korea Exchange ("KRX") officially introduced the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index. As the first co-branded index between HKEX and KRX, it provides cross-market exposure to Hong Kong-listed semiconductor companies eligible for Southbound Stock Connect and leading South Korean semiconductor names represented by all constituents of the KRX Semiconductor Top 15 Index. Peng Zeng, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Investment Officer, Bosera Asset Management (International) Co., Limited, stated: "We are honored to be the first asset manager to launch the ETF tracking the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index. The Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF offers global investors efficient and one-click access to key semiconductor leaders across Hong Kong and South Korea. The launch of this ETF, which tracks the first co-branded index of the two exchanges, marks a major milestone in cross-border financial innovation within Asian capital markets, and highlights Bosera International's expertise in cross-border asset management. Looking ahead, Bosera International will continue leveraging our strengths to deliver high-quality, differentiated global allocation solutions for investors worldwide." HKEX Chief Executive Officer, Bonnie Y Chan, said: "We are delighted to welcome the first ETFs tracking HKEX's cross-market index series. Their launch marks an important step in our efforts to connect Hong Kong with international markets by working with exchanges and partners across Asia and beyond to broaden investor choice. By bringing together opportunities across different markets and sectors, these benchmarks respond to investors' growing demand for diversification and reinforce Hong Kong's role as a gateway connecting the Chinese Mainland with the rest of the world." Buyeon Yi, President of KRX Future Strategy Division, Korea Exchange, Inc, stated: "KRX congratulates Bosera Asset Management (International) on the listing of the Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF. Korean market has contributed 15 leading companies across Korea's Semiconductor value chain to this first co-index between HKEX and KRX. We hope the ETF will help broaden opportunities for Hong Kong investors to gain exposure to major leading semiconductor companies listed in Hong Kong and Korea." This launch further expands Bosera International's ETF suite across regional strategies, thematic sectors, and cross-border connectivity products. Looking ahead, Bosera International remains dedicated to product innovation and strengthening global exchange partnerships to deliver forward-looking investment solutions aligned with evolving market trends. Source: HKEX website, as at 24 September 2026 Important Notice: Investment involves risks. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Investors should not make any investment decision solely based on the information provided in this material. Investors should refer to the Prospectus and the Product Key Facts Statement of the Sub-Fund for further details, including product features and risk factors before making any investment decision. Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF(the "Sub-Fund") is a sub-fund of Bosera ETFs, an umbrella unit trust established under Hong Kong law. The Sub-Fund is a passively-managed ETF falling within Chapter 8.6 of the Code on Unit Trusts and Mutual Funds issued by the SFC (the "Code"). The investment objective of the Sub-Fund is to provide investment results that, before deduction of fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index (net total return version) (the "Index"). Investors must pay attention to investment risks, including but not limited to:
  • Investment risk - The Sub-Fund is an investment fund. There is no guarantee of the repayment of principal. Therefore your investment in the Sub-Fund may suffer losses.
  • Concentration risk - As the Index constituents concentrate in Hong Kong and Korea companies and may concentrate in certain sectors from time to time, the investment of the Sub-Fund may be similarly concentrated. The value of the Sub-Fund may be more volatile than that of a fund having a more diverse portfolio of investments....

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