HONG KONG, November 29, 2025, A severe fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on the afternoon of November 26, resulting in casualties and significant property loss, drawing citywide concern. To assist the affected residents in coping with the aftermath, uSmart Securities Limited ("uSMART") promptly responded by announcing a donation of HK$1 million to the "Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po” established by the Hong Kong Government. Meanwhile, Chow Tai Fook Group, shareholder of uSMART Group, had previously donated HK$20 million to support the emergency rescue efforts and post-disaster recovery work.
uSMART extends its deepest condolences to the affected families and hopes this donation will provide practical assistance to help them address urgent needs, covering critical areas such as temporary accommodation, essential living supplies, and subsequent reconstruction.
Furthermore, uSMART expresses its highest respect to the brave firefighters, medical personnel, all frontline emergency teams, and volunteers who participated in the rescue efforts. They stepped forward during the crisis, safeguarding the safety of residents with their professionalism and courage.
As a financial company rooted in Hong Kong, uSMART consistently upholds the principle of "Social Responsibility and Community Commitment." The company is committed to working with various sectors to support the affected community in overcoming this challenging time and rebuilding stable lives as soon as possible.
uSMART will continue to monitor the situation and actively collaborate with local social service organizations to provide further support based on actual needs, standing firmly with the citizens through this difficult period. The company sincerely wishes the affected residents a swift recovery from this difficult period, a return to stability, and the rebuilding of their homes and lives.