ICBC Stock — Ticker & How to Buy

Q: How do I buy ICBC stock from outside China?

ICBC trades only in Hong Kong, as the H-share 1398.HK. Buy it through an international broker that offers the HK market (Interactive Brokers, Saxo, and many local platforms).

Banking. One company, up to three tickers across different markets. Here are all of them, and how a foreign investor can actually own it.

ICBC — all tickers at a glance

A-share (mainland)	H-share (Hong Kong)	US ADR (New York)
601398.SH Shanghai / Shenzhen	1398.HK HKEX	— not listed

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Where can a foreigner buy ICBC?

ICBC trades only in Hong Kong, as the H-share 1398.HK. Buy it through an international broker that offers the HK market (Interactive Brokers, Saxo, and many local platforms).

Both A-share (Shanghai) and H-share (Hong Kong). Foreigners typically use the H-share.

Common questions

What is ICBC's stock ticker?

It depends on the market: 601398.SH / 1398.HK. ICBC trades across multiple markets as listed above.

How do I buy ICBC stock from outside China?

ICBC trades only in Hong Kong, as the H-share 1398.HK. Buy it through an international broker that offers the HK market (Interactive Brokers, Saxo, and many local platforms).

Why is there no ICBC ADR?

ICBC has no US-listed ADR. Foreigners reach it via its H-share instead.

Disclaimer: Educational only, not financial advice. Tickers and listing status are verified snapshots as of August 2026 and can change (companies add or switch listings). Always confirm the current ticker with your broker or the exchange before trading.

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