Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) said IPO proceeds totaled HK$151.4 billion over January to April, a 604% increase from the same period a year earlier. The update highlights a sharp rebound in total funds raised, though proceeds can rise even when the number of listings stays modest.

On April 3, the Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index returned to positive territory after 15 straight days below zero, printing 0.0019%. The tiny premium suggests Coinbase BTC traded only marginally above the global average, offering at most a tentative hint of improving U.S. spot demand. Bitcoin was quoted around $66,958 at the time, up about 0.71% over 24 hours.