Hong Kong MPF Returns 5.67% in H1 2026 — Average Member Gains HK$18,500

Hong Kong’s Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) delivered a 5.67% overall return in the first half of 2026, marking the sixth-best first-half performance since the scheme’s inception in December 2000. According to MPF Ratings, Hong Kong’s leading MPF research institution, despite a -1.45% loss in June, the MPF delivered a strong 7.81% return in Q2 2026 — the best Q2 performance since 2020.

Average Member Gains HK$18,500 in H1 2026

The 5.67% H1 return translates to an average gain of approximately HK$18,500 per member across Hong Kong’s 4.75 million MPF scheme members. Asian equities remained the top-performing asset class, delivering a 27.17% return in Q2 and approximately 27% for the first half — despite a -1.17% loss in June — continuing to outperform all other MPF fund categories.

Q2 Delivers 7.81% — Best Second Quarter Since 2020

While June’s market volatility resulted in a negative monthly return, Q2 as a whole rebounded strongly with a 7.81% return, the best second quarter since 2020. This reflects the positive contribution from Asian and US equity markets during the quarter. Looking ahead to the second half of 2026, MPF Ratings expects the upward trend in global equity markets to continue, though investors should remain mindful of the inflation environment and interest rate trajectory.

Diversification Remains Key

Experts advise MPF members to maintain diversified investment allocations and avoid making impulsive decisions based on short-term market volatility. Disciplined regular reviews and timely asset allocation adjustments remain key to achieving retirement savings goals. Low-cost index-tracking funds and Core Accumulation Funds continue to be prudent choices for scheme members navigating varying market conditions.

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