What time does the Hong Kong stock exchange open?

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) opens at 9:30 AM and closes at 4:00 PM Hong Kong Time (HKT) on regular trading days. There is a lunch break from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, during which the market is closed. Additionally, pre-market trading occurs from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM.