BUSINESSJul 14 · 10:30 UTCSCMP WORLDThemis Qi

As IPOs surge, Hong Kong’s audit regulator vows tougher scrutiny

Hong Kong's audit regulator has pledged to enhance inspections of newly listed companies amid a surge in IPOs, raising concerns about financial reporting quality. The Accounting and Financial Reporting Council (AFRC) prioritizes evaluating financial reports of new public companies within a one-year window.

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