Chinese officials may announce the approval of the anticipated stock-trading connection between Shenzhen and Hong Kong exchanges in the next two months, according to people familiar with the matter.
Official approval and a starting date for the connect, which would be the second link between the mainland and the city, may be unveiled before July, said the people, possibly to coincide with one of several events taking place in the coming months. One such event is the May visit to Hong Kong of Zhang Dejiang, a member of the 7-person politburo standing committee, according to the people.
