Companies in Hong Kong

United Kingdom|88.8% formed since 2020|1% inactive|Data updated 6 Sept 2026
214
Active

214 active companies are registered in Hong Kong with Companies House. Out of 216 companies ever registered here, 2 are no longer active — a 99% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 88.8% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (90%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is other, with 209 companies. With an average company age of just 4.8 years, Hong Kong has a notably young business ecosystem.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

214
Active Companies
216
Total Registered
1972
Oldest Company
88.8%
Growth (2020s)

Hong Kong is a growth hotspot — over half of its active companies were formed since 2020.

Incorporation by Decade
89%
Pre-1990: 3
1990s: 4
2000s: 3
2010s: 14
2020s: 192

Top Industries

Other209

Data Signals

Governance
4233 src
Compliance
675 src
Risk
294 src
Financial
153 src
Trade
152 src
ESG
11 src
quality
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Hong Kong is 4.8 years old. There are 2 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

4.8 yrs
Avg company age
2
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 15 (100%)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Hong Kong?

There are 214 active companies registered in Hong Kong, out of 216 total. 2 (1%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Hong Kong?

The top industries in Hong Kong include Other (209 companies).

How fast is Hong Kong growing as a business hub?

88.8% of currently active companies in Hong Kong were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Hong Kong?

Our database contains 551 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in Hong Kong. The largest category is Governance with 423 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Hong Kong?

The oldest company registration in Hong Kong dates back to 1972, spanning over 54 years of business history.

Data is updated daily from official UK government sources including Companies House. Information is provided for reference only.