HKMA Warns Public of Impersonation Scam Involving Forged Documents

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a public alert after receiving reports of fraudsters impersonating senior HKMA staff and circulating forged documents to falsely identify certain securities or investment firms as “recognised financial institutions.”

According to the HKMA, the fraudulent scheme is designed to deceive individuals into transferring funds to these unrecognised firms under the guise of securing loan approvals.

The regulator stressed it does not contact the public regarding personal financial matters and confirmed it has reported the scam to the Hong Kong Police Force. The HKMA also urged anyone who suspects they have fallen victim to such fraudulent acts to contact the Police or the Commercial Crime Bureau without delay.

Similar impersonation tactics have also emerged in Malaysia. The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) previously warned of fraudulent platforms mimicking its Public Register and using fabricated licenses to defraud investors.

Investors are strongly advised to verify any investment platforms directly through official regulatory channels and avoid relying on unsolicited documents or links, no matter how credible they appear. For further guidance, users can Ask a Question on BrokersView for insights into identifying legitimate websites and avoiding scams.