Mirae Asset Celebrates Inclusion of Global X MSCI China ETF (3040) as an eligible ETF on Stock Connect - Bringing Total Eligible ETFs to 3

HONG KONG, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong) Limited ("Mirae Asset") is pleased to announce that the Global X MSCI China ETF (3040) has been included as an eligible ETF on Stock Connect, effective on 22 July, 2024. As of July 15, 2024, the AUM of the Global X MSCI China ETF (3040) stood at HKD 7.94 billion (Source: HKEX, July 15, 2024).

The inclusion of the Global X MSCI China ETF (3040) means that this ETF listed in Hong Kong can now be traded by investors in mainland China. On July 4 2022, ETFs were included as eligible ETFs under Stock Connect enabling Hong Kong and international investors to trade eligible Mainland-listed ETFs, while Mainland Chinese investors gained access to a variety of Hong Kong-listed eligible ETF products.

This latest inclusion marks the 3rd ETF from Mirae Asset's Global X ETF line up to be eligible for Southbound trading under the Stock Connect, following the previous additions of the Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF (3110) in May 2024 and the Global X Hang Seng Tech ETF (2837) in November 2023.

"We are delighted to see the Global X MSCI China ETF (3040) now included as eligible ETF in Stock Connect, joining our other two ETFs that were previously added, Mirae Asset now has a total of 3 ETFs eligible for Southbound trading under Stock Connect," said Wanyoun Cho, Chief Executive Officer at Mirae Asset. "This milestone underscores our unwavering commitment to deliver high-quality and innovative investment solutions."

For more information about the Global X MSCI China ETF (3040), please visit the Global X ETFs website at www.globalxetfs.com.hk

About Mirae Asset Global Investments Group

Mirae Asset Global Investments Group (the "Group") is an asset management organization with over US$254 billion in assets under management as of May 31, 2024. The organization provides a diverse range of investment products including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds ("ETFs"), and alternatives. Operating out of 25 offices worldwide, the group has a global team of more than 1000 employees, including more than 290 investment professionals [ Source: Mirae Asset, May, 2024.].

The Group's global ETF platform features a line-up of 585 ETFs that offer investors high-quality and cost-efficient exposure to newly emerging investment themes and disruptive technologies in the global markets. As of May 2024, the group's ETFs had combined assets under management of over US$124 billion and are listed in Australia, Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, the United Kingdom, and the United States [ Source: Mirae Asset, May 2024.].

About Global X ETFs

Global X ETFs was founded in 2008. For more than a decade, our mission has been empowering investors with unexplored and intelligent solutions. Our product line-up features 376 ETF strategies and over US$84 billion in assets under management. [ Source: Mirae Asset, May, 2024.] While we are distinguished for our Thematic Growth, Income, and International Access ETFs, we also offer Core, Commodity, and Alpha funds to suit a wide range of investment objectives. Global X is a member of Mirae Asset Financial Group, a global leader in financial services, has a presence in 19 Global markets and the group's managed assets worldwide exceed US$535bn Total AUM. [ Source: Mirae Asset, September, 2023.]

Mirae Asset Global Investments Hong Kong: https://www.am.miraeasset.com.hk/
Global X ETFs Hong Kong:  www.globalxetfs.com.hk 

Important Information

Global X MSCI China ETF (3040)

Investors should not base investment decisions on this document alone. Please refer to the Prospectus for details including the product features and the risk factors. Investment involves risks. There is no guarantee of the repayment of principal. Investor should note:

• Global X MSCI China ETF's (the "Fund's") investment in equity securities is subject to general market risks, whose value may fluctuate due to various factors, such as changes in investment sentiment, political and economic conditions and issuer specific factors.
• The Fund has a portfolio investing in companies whose operations are primarily in the PRC and therefore is subject to emerging market risks such as risks associated with uncertainty concerning PRC laws and regulations and government policies. Generally, investment in emerging markets such as the PRC are subject to greater risks than developed markets due to greater political, economic and taxation uncertainty and risks linked to volatility, market liquidity, foreign exchange, legal and regulatory risks.
• The Fund is subject to concentration risk as a result of tracking the performance of a single geographical region i.e. the PRC. The value of the Fund may be more volatile than that of a fund having a more diverse portfolio of investments.
• The trading price of the Fund's unit (the "Unit") on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong is driven by market factors such as demand and supply of the Unit. Therefore, the Units may trade at a substantial premium or discount to the Fund's net asset value.
• As part of the securities lending transactions, there is a risk of shortfall of collateral value due to inaccurate pricing of the securities lent or change of value of securities lent. This may cause significant losses to the Fund. The borrower may fail to return the securities in a timely manner or at all. The Fund may suffer from a loss or delay when recovering the securities lent out. This may restrict the Fund's ability in meeting delivery or payment obligations from realisation requests.

Global X Hang Seng TECH ETF (2837)

Investors should not base investment decisions on this document alone. Please refer to the Prospectus for details including product features and the risk factors. Investment involves risks. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. There is no guarantee of the repayment of the principal. Investors should note:

• Global X Hang Seng TECH ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that, before deduction of fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of the Hang Seng TECH Index (the "Index").
• The Fund's investments are concentrated in companies with a technology theme. Technology companies are often characterised by relatively higher volatility in price performance. Companies in the technology sector also face intense competition, and there may also be substantial government intervention, which may have an adverse effect on profit margins. These companies are also subject to the risks of loss or impairment of intellectual property rights or licences, cyber security risks resulting in undesirable legal, financial, operational and reputational consequences.
• The Fund's investments are concentrated in securities listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (the "SEHK") of companies that are active in technology sector may result in greater volatility in the value of the Fund than more diverse portfolios which comprise broad-based global investments. The value of the Fund may be more susceptible to adverse economic, political, policy, foreign exchange, liquidity, tax, legal or regulatory event affecting the technology sector.
• The Index is subject to concentration risk as a result of tracking the performance of securities incorporated in, or with majority of revenue derived from, or with a principal place of business in, the Greater China region. The Fund's NAV is therefore likely to be more volatile than a broad-based fund.
• As part of the securities lending transactions, there is a risk of shortfall of collateral value due to inaccurate pricing of the securities lent or change of value of securities lent. This may cause significant losses to the Fund. The borrower may fail to return the securities in a timely manner or at all. The Fund may suffer from a loss or delay when recovering the securities lent out. This may restrict the Fund's ability in meeting delivery or payment obligations from realisation requests.
• The trading price of the Fund unit (the "Unit") on the SEHK is driven by market factors such as demand and supply of the Unit. Therefore, the Units may trade at a substantial premium or discount to the Fund's net asset value.
• Dividends may be paid from capital or effectively out of capital of the Fund, which may amount to a return or withdrawal of part of an investor's original investment or from any capital gains attributable to that original investment and result in an immediate reduction in the Net Asset Value per Unit of the Fund.

Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF (3110)

Investors should not base investment decisions on this website alone. Please refer to the Prospectus for details including the product features and the risk factors. Investment involves risks. There is no guarantee of the repayment of principal. Investor should note:

• Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF's (the "Fund's") investment in equity securities is subject to general market risks, whose value may fluctuate due to various factors, such as changes in investment sentiment, political and economic conditions and issuer specific factors.
• There is no assurance that dividends will be declared and paid in respect of the securities comprising the Hang Seng High Dividend Yield Index (the "Index"). Dividend payment rates in respect of such securities will depend on the performance of the companies or REITs of the constituent securities of the Index as well as factors beyond the control of the Manager including but not limited to, the dividend distribution policy of these companies or REITs.
• Whether or not distributions will be made by the Fund is at the discretion of the Manager taking into account various factors and its own distribution policy. There can be no assurance that the distribution yield of the Fund is the same as that of the Index.
• The Manager may at its discretion pay dividend out of the capital or gross income of the fund. Payment of dividends out of capital to a return or withdrawal of part of an investor's original investment or from any capital gains attributable to that original investment. Any distributions involving payment of dividends out of the Fund's capital may result in an immediate reduction of the Net Asset Value per Unit.
• The trading price of the Fund's unit (the "Unit") on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong is driven by market factors such as demand and supply of the Unit. Therefore, the Units may trade at a substantial premium or discount to the Fund's net asset value.
• As part of the securities lending transactions, there is a risk of shortfall of collateral value due to inaccurate pricing of the securities lent or change of value of securities lent. This may cause significant losses to the Fund. The borrower may fail to return the securities in a timely manner or at all. The Fund may suffer from a loss or delay when recovering the securities lent out. This may restrict the Fund's ability in meeting delivery or payment obligations from realisation requests.

Disclaimer

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