VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ FINANCIAL TOOLS & SERVICES DIRECTORY ★
PRICE: 5 CENTS
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Investors comparing Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) and NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) will find that Both Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) and NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) concentrate on IPO, Dividends, and Splits workflows, making them natural alternatives for similar investment research jobs. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) leans into News, Alerts, and Calendar, which can be decisive for teams that need depth over breadth. NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) stands out with Data APIs, Odd Lots, and Spin-offs that the competition lacks. Use the feature-by-feature table to inspect unique capabilities and confirm which roadmap best maps to your process.
Head-to-head
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) vs NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech)
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) adds News, Alerts, Calendar, and Buybacks & Authorizations coverage that NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) skips.
- NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) includes Data APIs, Odd Lots, Spin-offs, Delisted, and Short Interest categories that Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) omits.
- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) highlights: HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search., Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices., and Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings..
- NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) is known for: Real-time proprietary feeds by venue: Integrated Feed (order-by-order), OpenBook Ultra and Aggregated (depth), BBO (top-of-book), Trades, and Order Imbalances., Multi-market consolidated feeds: NYSE BQT (best quotes & trades) and Pillar Depth (top 10 price levels across NYSE Group, Nasdaq, and Cboe)., and Historical TAQ datasets (end-of-day/T+1) with depth, top-of-book, and auction details. Daily TAQ spans all U.S. equities via CTA and UTP consolidated feeds..
- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) has a free tier, while NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) requires a paid plan.
- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) ships a mobile app. NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) is web/desktop only.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)
hkex.com.hk
The official exchange site for Hong Kong. Provides free access to company filings via HKEXnews, corporate calendars, and market alerts. Real-time and historical tick data, as well as full order book feeds, are available through paid HKEX Market Data Services and the Data Marketplace. Quotes displayed on the public website are delayed by at least 15 minutes. Mobile apps include a Stock Options app with real-time options and selected futures data.
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search.
- Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices.
- Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings.
- Trading and clearing calendar, downloadable as PDF or subscribable via iCal/URL.
- HKEX Data Marketplace offering paid datasets such as CCASS shareholding and historical full order book data, delivered via SFTP, direct download, or cloud-to-cloud.
NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech)
nyse.com
NYSE offers proprietary exchange data across equities, options, and bonds. Real-time feeds cover order books, trades, quotes, and imbalances, while consolidated products like BQT and Pillar Depth provide multi-market views. Historical TAQ and corporate actions are delivered end-of-day or T+1, with 60+ event types tracked. Data is distributed via ICE networks and AWS, with licensing handled through the Data Services Dashboard.
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Real-time proprietary feeds by venue: Integrated Feed (order-by-order), OpenBook Ultra and Aggregated (depth), BBO (top-of-book), Trades, and Order Imbalances.
- Multi-market consolidated feeds: NYSE BQT (best quotes & trades) and Pillar Depth (top 10 price levels across NYSE Group, Nasdaq, and Cboe).
- Historical TAQ datasets (end-of-day/T+1) with depth, top-of-book, and auction details. Daily TAQ spans all U.S. equities via CTA and UTP consolidated feeds.
- Reference data packages including Security Master, ADR Master, Short Interest, ETF reports, and Bond Master.
- Corporate Actions coverage with more than 60 event types including dividends, splits, rights issues, spin-offs, IPOs, suspensions, and delistings, updated intraday.
Shared focus areas
Both platforms align on these research themes, so you can stay within one workflow when your use case involves them.
Where they differ
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)
Distinct strengths include:
- HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search.
- Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices.
- Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings.
- Trading and clearing calendar, downloadable as PDF or subscribable via iCal/URL.
NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech)
Distinct strengths include:
- Real-time proprietary feeds by venue: Integrated Feed (order-by-order), OpenBook Ultra and Aggregated (depth), BBO (top-of-book), Trades, and Order Imbalances.
- Multi-market consolidated feeds: NYSE BQT (best quotes & trades) and Pillar Depth (top 10 price levels across NYSE Group, Nasdaq, and Cboe).
- Historical TAQ datasets (end-of-day/T+1) with depth, top-of-book, and auction details. Daily TAQ spans all U.S. equities via CTA and UTP consolidated feeds.
- Reference data packages including Security Master, ADR Master, Short Interest, ETF reports, and Bond Master.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) | NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: IPO, Dividends, Splits, Order Book / Level II Unique: News, Alerts, Calendar, Buybacks & Authorizations | Shared: IPO, Dividends, Splits, Order Book / Level II Unique: Data APIs, Odd Lots, Spin-offs, Delisted, Short Interest |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Options, Futures | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile | Web, API |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) and NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) both support?
Both platforms cover IPO, Dividends, Splits, and Order Book / Level II workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) offers a free entry point, while NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
Which tool has mobile access?
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) ships a dedicated mobile experience, while NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) differentiates itself with HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search., Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices., and Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings., whereas NYSE (Exchange Data & Tech) stands out for Real-time proprietary feeds by venue: Integrated Feed (order-by-order), OpenBook Ultra and Aggregated (depth), BBO (top-of-book), Trades, and Order Imbalances., Multi-market consolidated feeds: NYSE BQT (best quotes & trades) and Pillar Depth (top 10 price levels across NYSE Group, Nasdaq, and Cboe)., and Historical TAQ datasets (end-of-day/T+1) with depth, top-of-book, and auction details. Daily TAQ spans all U.S. equities via CTA and UTP consolidated feeds..
Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.