Hong Kong Sets 5% Interest for Silver Bond Series 2026

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), representing the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, has officially announced the interest rate for the fourth interest payment of the Silver Bond Series due in 2026. The interest rate has been set at 5% per annum, according to the HKMA’s recent press release on August 4, 2025.

Interest Rate Determination

The interest rate for the Silver Bond Series, specifically for Issue Number 03GB2608R, is part of the Retail Bond Issuance Programme under the Government Bond Programme. As per the Issue Circular dated July 14, 2023, the interest rate was determined based on the higher of the prevailing Floating Rate and Fixed Rate as of August 4, 2025.

On the date of determination, the Floating Rate stood at 1.68%, while the Fixed Rate was significantly higher at 5.00%. Consequently, the Fixed Rate was chosen for the interest payment scheduled for August 18, 2025.

Context and Implications

The Silver Bond Series is designed to offer stable returns for investors, particularly targeting senior citizens, as part of Hong Kong’s efforts to provide secure investment options in the volatile global financial market. The decision to set the interest rate at 5% reflects the fixed rate’s advantage over the floating rate, ensuring investors receive a substantial return.

According to HKMA, the choice of interest rate is influenced by the year-on-year rates of change in the 2019/20-based Composite Consumer Price Index, which reported an arithmetic average of 1.68% from January to June 2025. This economic indicator is crucial for assessing the inflationary environment, influencing bond interest rates.

The HKMA’s role in managing this bond issuance highlights its ongoing commitment to maintaining financial stability and providing viable investment options for the public. The Silver Bond Series remains a key component of Hong Kong’s financial strategy, offering a hedge against inflation and promoting fiscal stability.

For more detailed information, please refer to the official announcement by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority here.

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