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- 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.
- Global X HSCEI Components Covered Call Active ETF (the “Fund”) aims to generate income by primarily investing in constituent equity securities in the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (the “Reference Index” or the “HSCEI”) and selling (i.e. “writing”) call options on the Reference Index to receive payments of money from the purchaser of call options (i.e. “premium”).
- The objective of adopting a covered call strategy is to generate income and reduce potential loss against the downward market. Each time the Fund writes a HSCEI Call Option, the Fund receives a premium. If the value of the securities relating to the Reference Index held by the Fund declines, the premium that the Fund received for writing the HSCEI Call Option may reduce such loss to some extent. However, the downside of adopting a covered call strategy is that the Fund’s opportunity to profit from an increase in the level of the Reference Index is limited to the strike price of the HSCEI Call Options written, plus the premium received.
- The Fund is an ETF which adopts a covered call strategy by (i) investing in constituent equity securities in the Reference Index and the HSCEI ETF and long positions of HSCEI Futures, and (ii) writing call options on the Reference Index. The Fund is one of the first covered call ETFs in Hong Kong. Such novelty makes the Fund riskier than traditional ETFs investing in equity securities.
- The Fund employs an actively managed investment strategy. In addition to seeking to obtain exposure to the constituent equity securities in the Reference Index in substantially the same weightings as these securities have in the Reference Index through investing directly in constituent equity securities of the Reference Index and HSCEI ETF and long positions of HSCEI Futures, the Fund also writes call options on the Reference Index. The Fund may fail to meet its objective as a result of the implementation of investment process which may cause the Fund to underperform as compared to direct investments in the constituent equity securities of the Reference Index.
- The market value of a HSCEI Call Option may be affected by an array of factors including but not limited to supply and demand, interest rates, the current market price of the Reference Index in relation to the strike price of the HSCEI Call Options, the actual or perceived volatility of the Reference Index and the time remaining until the expiration date. The Fund’s ability to utilise HSCEI Call Options successfully will depend on the ability of the Manager to correctly predict future price fluctuations, which cannot be assured and are subject to market behaviour or unexpected events.
- If a HSCEI Call Option expires and if there is a decline in the market value of the Reference Index during the option period, the premiums received by the Fund from writing the HSCEI Call Options may not be sufficient to offset the loss realised.
- The Fund may write HSCEI Call Options over an exchange or in the OTC market. The HSCEI Call Options in the OTC markets may not be as liquid as exchange-listed options. There may be a limited number of counterparties which are willing to enter into HSCEI Call Options as purchasers or the Fund may find the terms of such counterparties to be less favorable than the terms available for listed options. Moreover, the SEHK may suspend the trading of options in volatile markets. If trading is suspended, the Fund may not be able to write HSCEI Call Options at times that may be desirable or advantageous to do so.
- The use of futures contracts involves risks that are potentially greater than the risks of investing directly in securities and other more traditional assets. The risks include but not limited to market risk, volatility risk, leverage risk and negative roll yields and “contango” risk.
- Investing in HSCEI Futures and writing HSCEI Call Options generally involve the posting of margin. Additional funds may need to be posted as margin to meet margin calls based upon daily marking to market of the HSCEI Futures and the HSCEI Call Options. Increases in the amount of margin or similar payments may result in the need for the Fund to liquidate its investments at unfavourable prices in order to meet margin calls. If the Fund is unable to meet its investment objective as a result of margin requirements imposed by the HKFE, the Fund may experience significant losses.
- HSCEI Futures and HSCEI Call Options are registered, cleared and guaranteed by the HKFE Clearing Corporation. In the event of the bankruptcy of the clearing house, the Fund could be exposed to a risk of loss with respect to its assets that are posted as margin.
- The Fund is subject to concentration risk as a result of tracking the performance of a single geographical region or country (Mainland China). The Fund may likely be more volatile than a broad-based fund, such as a global equity fund, as it is more susceptible to fluctuations resulting from adverse conditions in Mainland China. In addition, to the extent that the constituent securities of the Reference Index are concentrated in Hong Kong listed Mainland securities of a particular sector or market, the investments of the Fund may be similarly concentrated. The value of the Fund may be more volatile than that of a fund having a more diverse portfolio of investments. The value of the Fund may be more susceptible to adverse conditions in such particular market/sector.
- The borrower may fail to return the securities in a timely manner or at all. The Fund may as a result 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 redemption requests. 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 base currency of the Fund is HKD but the class currencies of the Shares are in HKD, RMB and USD. The Net Asset Value of the Fund and its performance may be affected unfavourably by fluctuations in the exchange rates between these currencies and the base currency and by changes in exchange rate controls.
- Payments of distributions out of capital or effectively out of capital amounts to a return or withdrawal of part of an investor’s original investment or from any capital gains attributable to that original investment. Any such distributions may result in an immediate reduction in the Net Asset Value per Share of the Fund and will reduce the capital available for future investment.
- 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.
- Global X China Little Giant ETF’s (the “Fund’s”) objective is to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of the Solactive China Little Giant Index (the “Index”).
- The Index is a new index. The Index has minimal operating history by which investors can evaluate its previous performance. There can be no assurance as to the performance of the Index. The Fund may be riskier than other exchange traded funds tracking more established indices with longer operating history.
- The Fund may invest in small and/or mid-capitalisation companies which may have lower liquidity and their prices are more volatile to adverse economic developments than those of larger capitalisation companies in general.
- The Fund’s investments are concentrated in companies which are characterised by relatively higher volatility in price performance. The Sub-Fund may be exposed to risks associated with different sectors and themes including semiconductor, industrial, pharmaceutical, energy and technology. Fluctuations in the business for companies in these sectors or themes will have an adverse impact on the net asset value of the Sub-Fund. Some of the companies classified as the Little Giants have a relatively short operating history. Such companies also face intense competition and rapid changes could render the products and services offered by these companies obsolete, which may have an adverse effect on profit margins. They may be more susceptible to risks of loss or impairment of intellectual property rights or licences, cyber security risks resulting in undesirable legal, financial, operational and reputational consequences affecting those companies.
- The Mainland China is an emerging market. The Fund invests in Mainland Chinese companies which may involve increased risks and special considerations not typically associated with investment in more developed markets, such as liquidity risk, currency risks or control, political and economic uncertainties, legal and taxation risks, settlement risks, custody risk and the likelihood of a high degree of volatility. Securities exchanges in the Mainland Chinese markets typically have the right to suspend or limit trading in any security traded on the relevant exchange. The government or the regulators may also implement policies that may affect the financial markets. All these may have a negative impact on the Fund.
- Listed companies on the ChiNext market and/or STAR Board are subject to higher fluctuation on stock prices and liquidity risk, over-valuation risk, less stringent regulation risk, delisting risk and concentration risk.
- 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 redemption requests.
- The Fund’s synthetic replication strategy will involve investing up to 50% of its net asset value in financial derivative instruments (“FDIs”), mainly funded total return swap transaction(s) through one or more counterparty(ies). Risks associated with FDIs include counterparty/credit risk, liquidity risk, valuation risk, volatility risk and over-the-counter transaction risk. FDIs are susceptible to price fluctuations and higher volatility, and may have large bid and offer spreads and no active secondary markets. The leverage element/component of an FDI can result in a loss significantly greater than the amount invested in the FDI by the Fund.
- The trading price of the Shares on the SEHK is driven by market factors such as the demand and supply of the Shares. Therefore, the Shares may trade at a substantial premium or discount to the Fund’s Net Asset Value.
- Payments of distributions out of capital or effectively out of capital amounts to a return or withdrawal of part of an investor’s original investment or from any capital gains attributable to that original investment. Any such distributions may result in an immediate reduction in the Net Asset Value per Share of the Fund and will reduce the capital available for future investment.
- Global X China Cloud Computing 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.
- Companies in the internet sector may face unpredictable changes in growth rates and competition for the services of qualified personnel. The products and services offered by internet companies generally incorporate complex software, which may contain errors, bugs or vulnerabilities.
- China is an emerging market. The Fund invests in Chinese companies which may involve increased risks and special considerations not typically associated with investments in more developed markets, such as liquidity risk, currency risks, political risk, legal and taxation risks, and the likelihood of a high degree of volatility.
- 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.
- The Fund’s synthetic replication strategy will involve investing up to 50% of its net asset value in financial derivative instruments (“FDIs”), mainly funded total return swap transaction(s) through one or more counterparty(ies). Risks associated with FDIs include counterparty/credit risk, liquidity risk, valuation risk, volatility risk and over-the-counter transaction risk. FDIs are susceptible to price fluctuations and higher volatility, and may have large bid and offer spreads and no active secondary markets. The leverage element/component of an FDI can result in a loss significantly greater than the amount invested in the FDI by the Sub-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.
- Global X China Consumer Brand 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 performance of companies in the consumer sector are correlated to the growth rate of the global market, individual income levels and their impact on levels of domestic consumer spending in the global markets, which in turn depend on the worldwide economic conditions, which have recently deteriorated significantly in many countries and regions and may remain depressed for the foreseeable future.
- China is an emerging market. The Fund invests in Chinese companies which may involve increased risks and special considerations not typically associated with investments in more developed markets, such as liquidity risk, currency risks, political risk, legal and taxation risks, and the likelihood of a high degree of volatility.
- 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.
- The Fund’s synthetic replication strategy will involve investing up to 50% of its net asset value in financial derivative instruments (“FDIs”), mainly funded total return swap transaction(s) through one or more counterparty(ies). Risks associated with FDIs include counterparty/credit risk, liquidity risk, valuation risk, volatility risk and over-the-counter transaction risk. FDIs are susceptible to price fluctuations and higher volatility, and may have large bid and offer spreads and no active secondary markets. The leverage element/component of an FDI can result in a loss significantly greater than the amount invested in the FDI by the Sub-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.
- Global X China Semiconductor 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.
- Semiconductor industry may be affected by particular economic or market events, such as domestic and international competition pressures, rapid obsolescence of products, the economic performance of the customers of semiconductor companies and capital equipment expenditures. These companies rely on significant spending on research and development that may cause the value of securities of all companies within this sector of the market to deteriorate.
- China is an emerging market. The Fund invests in Chinese companies which may involve increased risks and special considerations not typically associated with investments in more developed markets, such as liquidity risk, currency risks, political risk, legal and taxation risks, and the likelihood of a high degree of volatility.
- 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.
- The Fund’s synthetic replication strategy will involve investing up to 50% of its net asset value in financial derivative instruments (“FDIs”), mainly funded total return swap transaction(s) through one or more counterparty(ies). Risks associated with FDIs include counterparty/credit risk, liquidity risk, valuation risk, volatility risk and over-the-counter transaction risk. FDIs are susceptible to price fluctuations and higher volatility, and may have large bid and offer spreads and no active secondary markets. The leverage element/component of an FDI can result in a loss significantly greater than the amount invested in the FDI by the Sub-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.
Trump Wins
How to Position Using Global X ETFs?
On November 5 after HK market close, Donald Trump claimed victory in the US Presidential Election, and Republicans wins a majority in the Senate. Tariff hikes, deregulation, and US Corporate tax cut under Trump Presidency will be consequential to China equity performance through economic growth, global fund flows, currency, earnings, and valuation fronts, yet we note that the subsequent policy reactions by China governments will be the more determinant factor. Amid near term uncertainty, we continue to favour domestic focused businesses and believe that defensive strategy will likely outperform. Policy announcements on November 8 after NPC Standing Committee Meeting will provide better visibility, and NPC might approve more fiscal resources to counter imminent tariff risks in light of Trump Victory.
See our previous note US Presidential Election – Implications on China Market
More Policy Announcements likely on November 8
Though US tariff could weigh on China economy growth, we reckon that Government’s stimulus policy remains the most determinant factor for China equity market performance. The much-anticipated NPC Standing Committee Meeting is taking place during November 4-8. Solutions for local government debt issues is discussed in the meeting, and more detailed announcements are likely to come out on November 8 after the meeting. More specifically, NPC is expected to approve and specify the size of the debt quota increase in recent years to address local government debt issues, capital injection to state-owned banks, and approve the use of special local government bonds for purchase of housing inventory. Currently market has wide-ranging expectations on the stimulus size, and any fiscal supports related to consumption, household and social welfare, as well as private sector could come as a surprise to the market. In light of Trump victory in the US Presidential Election, NPC might approve more fiscal resources to counter imminent tariff risks.
How to Position Using Global X ETFs
Facing multi-faceted uncertainty, we identify
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Domestic focused stocks
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Policy support beneficiary
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defensive baskets as potential outperformers
We believe Global X ETFs below are well-positioned post US election.
Global X China Consumer Brand ETF (2806 HK)
Across China consumer sectors, tariff may negatively impact the home appliance (14.6%), sports OEM (2.3%) and China retailer (2.0%) on export, combined representing 19% of our total holdings. In the home appliance sector, our key holdings include Midea and Haier Smart Home. Midea derives 40% of its revenue from overseas market, with 14% from Americas.Per mgt, most products sold to US are produced in its Thailand plant. In light of increasing geopolitical uncertainties, Midea is also gradually expanding its production capacity in overseas markets. For Haier, most of the US exposure comes from GEA brand (c.30% of total revenue) which should have factories in US, South Americas and other non-China market. For Shenzhou, US represented 14% of its revenue as of 1H24, while half of company’s production capacity located outside of China – Vietnam and Cambodia. For Pop Mart, overseas market contributed 30% of its sales though its presence in US is limited, with North America contributing only 4% to total sales.
Other 80% holdings of 2806 HK primarily focus on domestic consumptions and are less likely to be impacted by US tariff. Moreover, the importance of boosting domestic consumption has been underscored in high-level meetings and aligns with the long-term developmental direction. We also see potential upside from stronger-than-expected domestic consumption stimulus policies in response to Trump’s tariffs.
Global X China Cloud Computing ETF (2826 HK)
China software sector revenue growth has been relatively slow over past quarters due to challenging macro and government budget constrains. Cloud computing and software sector is a late cycle play and can benefit from the improving local government financial conditions as supported by the latest round of policy stimulus. Into 4Q24E, major software companies’ revenue growth should accelerate because of low-base effect. Margin is also set to improve as driven by improved operational efficiency. China cloud computing and software companies will continue to ride on domestic substitution theme, especially in high-end market. As domestic focused business, Cloud and Software companies should be less impacted by US tariff hike.
Global X China Little Giant ETF (2815 HK)
To mitigate the impact of rising US tariffs on China economy, Beijing would be likely to scale-up fiscal stimulus. However, the resurgence of trade tensions might reinforce the top leadership’s commitment to enhancing supply chain upgrades and achieving self-sufficiency. This could lead to greater allocation of stimulus towards supporting infrastructure and manufacturing capex.
Global X China Little Giant ETF provides investors with access to potential small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in strategic areas such as semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and clean energy etc. These specialized and sophisticated SMEs play a crucial role in China’s transition to high-quality development. With the continuous development of proprietary products and technologies, the innovation and profitability of Chinese specialized “Little Giant” companies will be further enhanced, and they are expected to achieve even faster growth. Additionally, as a high-quality, small-cap fund, Global X China Little Giant ETF is likely to outperform large-cap funds if the economy turns to strong recovery in 2025.
Global X China Semiconductor ETF (3191 HK)
With stronger fiscal stimulus expected, particularly with a higher focus on self-sufficiency, we believe China semiconductor would be one key beneficiary. This is also underscored by president Xi’s earlier remarks on the importance of science and technology in advancing China’s modernization and encouraging researchers and corporate leaders to take bold steps during his visit to Anhui in October. Xi also called for continued dedication and innovation to achieve self-reliance and strength in science and technology. We expect these initiatives to have a positive impact on the near-term valuation of China semiconductor stocks.
Fundamental wise, China semiconductor industry delivered moderate recovery, with AI and localization poised to drive future growth. The robust demand for cloud computing power is anticipated to persist in 2025, and we expect edge AI to emerge as a significant growth driver for the semiconductor industry, sustaining its upward trajectory. The domestic semiconductor industry is benefiting from policy support, improving innovations, and domestic substitution. Given the substantial gap in domestic semiconductor equipment and overall semiconductor manufacturing capacity—particularly in the area of advanced chips—we anticipate that China semiconductor sector will continue to thrive as localization rates rise.
Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF (3110 HK)
The ETF invests in Hong Kong listed high dividend names across financials, utilities, and property sectors with lower overseas exposure, offering over 7% annualized dividend yield for investors. The stable dividend yields for 3110 HK would appear more appealing in a global rate cutting cycle. High dividend strategy is also a key beneficiary for China’s forceful stimulus package. PBOC’s Rmb300bn relending facility should boost corporate buyback. For Banking sector, NFRA announced its plan to raise new CET1 capital for large SOE banks, which could anchor bank DPS and enable them to maintain current shareholder return levels. Underlying Index is trading at 6.6x forward P/E, a significant discount to Hong Kong and China A Share market, implying lower downside risks.
Global X HSCEI Components Covered Call Active ETF (3416 HK)
Covered call strategy is best positioned to benefit from the market volatility amid uncertainty. HSCEI Volatility index spiked to 37 as of end-October, from 23 at end-July. Option premiums also increase in tandem with market volatility, bringing higher option premium income for covered call strategy. Option premiums are likely to remain high in coming months as the market awaits for further policy rollouts and more concrete evidence of economic turnaround.
Related Global X ETF
Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF (3110 HK) |
Global X HSCEI Components Covered Call Active ETF (3416 HK) |
Global X China Little Giant ETF (2815 HK) |
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SEHK Listing Date | 17 Jun 2013 | 29 Feb 2024 | 20 Nov 2023 |
Reference Index | Hang Seng High Dividend Yield Index | N/A | Solactive China Little Giant Index |
Primary Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange |
Ongoing Charges Over A Year | 0.68%p.a.1 | 0.75%.p.a.2 | 0.68%p.a.3 |
Product page | Link | Link | Link |
Global X China Semiconductor ETF (3191 / 9191 HK) |
Global X China Cloud Computing ETF (2826 / 9826 HK) |
Global X China Consumer Brand ETF (2806 / 9806 HK) |
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SEHK Listing Date | 07 Aug 2020 | 25 Jul 2019 | 17 Jan 2020 |
Reference Index | FactSet China Semiconductor Index | Solactive China Cloud Computing Index NTR | Solactive China Clean Energy Index NTR |
Primary Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange |
Ongoing Charges Over A Year | 0.68%p.a.4 | 0.68%.p.a.5 | 0.68%p.a.6 |
Product page | Link | Link | Link |
Source: Mirae Asset, 7 Nov 2024.