Ex-Goldman Sachs Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9 Billion

July 8, 2011 | OPPORTUNITY

Azentus Capital Management Ltd., a Hong Kong-based hedge fund led by former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. proprietary trader Morgan Sze, increased assets to more than $1.9 billion, said three people with knowledge of the matter. (more…) Related items Ex-Goldman Sachs Trader Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9 Billion Ex-Goldman Prop Trader’s Fund Said...

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Ex-Goldman Sachs Trader Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9 Billion

July 8, 2011 | OPPORTUNITY

Azentus Capital Management Ltd., a Hong Kong-based hedge fund led by former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. proprietary trader Morgan Sze, increased assets to more than $1.9 billion, said three people with knowledge of the matter. (more…) Related items Ex-Goldman Sachs Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9 Billion Ex-Goldman Prop Trader’s Fund Said to...

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Ex-Goldman Trader Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9B

July 8, 2011 | OPPORTUNITY

Azentus Capital Management Ltd., a Hong Kong-based hedge fund led by former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) proprietary trader Morgan Sze, increased assets to more than $1.9 billion, said three people with knowledge of the matter. (more…) Related items Ex-Goldman Sachs Sze Said to Boost Fund to $1.9 Billion Ex-Goldman Sachs Trader Sze Said...

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Firm Open Expected For Hong Kong Stocks

July 8, 2011 | FINANCE

The Hong Kong stock market on Thursday halted the two-day losing streak in which it had fallen more than 250 points or 1.1 percent. The Hang Seng Index finished just above the 22,530-point plateau, and now traders are looking for additional upside at the opening of trade on Friday. (read the rest of the...

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Hong Kong ATMs remain safe.. to careful people

July 8, 2011 | NEWS

Worried about news that identity theft is on the prowl using stolen data to siphon money from ATMs? Hold that thought for a moment: Visa believes that Hong Kong is still one of the safest places to withdraw cash at an ATM booth or shop online using your credit card. The statement was made...

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Hong Kong’s Richest Donates $4.6 Million

July 8, 2011 | NEWS

Li Ka-shing gives out millions to support hundreds of community projects. (read the story…) Related items Hong Kong firm’s shares soar after British water deal Northumbrian Water gets bid approach from Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-Shing Spotlight on Asian art as Hong Kong fair opens Better, Not Bigger: Hong Kong Revs Up for International...

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The Peninsula Chicago Awarded #1 Large City Hotel in US and Canada by Readers of Travel + Leisure

July 8, 2011 | TRAVEL

The Peninsula Chicago is honored to be named the # 1 Large City Hotel award for the Continental US and Canada in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2011 readers’ survey, announced today. (read more…) Related items Building unusual hotels for unique people Hong Kong hotel group eyes MidEast growth Banks confirms HK...

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A view to a cocktail in Hong Kong

July 8, 2011 | TRAVEL

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) – Visit Hong Kong and you’ll quickly notice two things: the killer jet lag and the killer views. (read more…) People who looked at this item also looked at… HSBC to provide cash management services to CTRIP.com Related items The Spirited Traveller: A view to a cocktail in Hong Kong...

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Hong Kong Stocks Rise as Banks Gain After China Rate Increase

July 8, 2011 | REAL ESTATE

Hong Kong stocks advanced, led by financial companies that may benefit from China’s decision to raise interest rates. China Resources Enterprise Ltd. and other companies counting on mainland sales gained on speculation yesterday’s increase may be this year’s last. (read the news…) Related items Agricultural Bank Of China Buys Hong Kong Office Building For...

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Hong Kong Listed Chinese Banks: Do Investors Know What they are buying?

July 8, 2011 | BUSINESS

Hong Kong Listed Chinese Banks: Do Investors Know What they are buying?Buying Chinese stocks listed in Hong Kong, especially Chinese bank stocks (H shares), has been popular with foreign investors. It is a quick and efficient way to take advantage of China’s fast growing economy. In addition, Hong Kong’s strict listing requirements make it...

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Asia Markets: Banks lift Hong Kong as utilities hurt Tokyo

July 8, 2011 | BUSINESS

Chinese bank shares lead a rebound in Hong Kong on hopes an interest rate increase by the central bank the previous day may be its last this year, while a sharp decline for utilities helps Japanese stocks snap a seven-day winning streak. (read on…) Related items By Olivia Chung Hong Kong unemployment falls to...

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"Rufoof" from UAE among top 40 in Digital Content at UN-based Award

July 8, 2011 | WIRELESS

Dubai, UAE/Hongkong/Salzburg, 3 rd July, 2011: ”Rufoof”, the revolutionary e-bookstore application developed by Flagship Projects with a wide Pan Arab repertoire of books, was among the top winners at the World Summit Award Mobile (WSA-Mobile) 2011 competition which attracted 460 entries from 105 countries. (read the story…) People who looked at this item also...

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Equity Research on Clearwire Corporation and Sprint Nextel Corporation – Clear Lines in Wireless Communication

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

HONG KONG–(Marketwire – 07/06/11) – Today, www.WorldStreetFundamentals.com released its industry report highlighting Clearwire Corporation (NASDAQ: CLWR – News ) and Sprint Nextel Corporation (NYSE: S – News ). Full fundamental and technical analysis is available at www.WorldStreetFundamentals.com/Reports.php . Worldwide communication … (more…) Related items DGAP-News: China Mobile and Clearwire Announce Collaboration on TD-LTE Devices...

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Sony Ericsson, China Mobile to develop 4G phones

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB will cooperate with China Mobile Holdings Ltd to develop mobile phones that support China’s domestic fourth-generation telecommunications technology, Sony Ericss ….. (more…) Related items Research and Markets: 4Q11 Hong Kong Mobile Operator Forecast, 2012 – 2015: Hong Kong to Have 13.2 Million Mobile … Dublin High Court Finds Against...

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China Mobile to Offer 4G Version of IPhone in September, Newspaper Reports

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

China Mobile Ltd. (941) will offer Apple Inc. (AAPL) ’s iPhone, probably a 4G version, starting in September, Shanghai Daily said, citing the microblog of Liu Yang, a company marketing official. (more…) Related items China Mobile expands 4G footprint with Hong Kong launch China Mobile chairman to retire, Xi to succeed: report China Telecom...

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Fair Usage Policy or Metered Internet in the Philippines

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

Blame it on Netflix for that streaming video. Blame it on HD video downloads for bottle-necking bandwidth worldide. The implementation of a Fair Use Policy is proliferating to be a global industry practice of telecommunications providers all over the world. Telcos in countries like United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and HongKong have adopted their...

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Bottlenecks holding back Asian infrastructure jobs

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

Asian countries, including the Philippines, have enough central bank reserves to fund infrastructure projects, but bottlenecks threaten to hold them back, including regulatory complexity, according to the World Economic Forum. (more…) Related items Dublin High Court Finds Against Hutchison Challenge On Eircom Bid – Sources Making their way through the merger May 8: Hutchison...

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115 Reasons Why I Love My Country and Proud to be a Filipino

July 7, 2011 | TELECOM

In celebration of the Philippines’ 113th year of Independence, here’s a list of why I love my country and proud to be a Filipino. Related posts: Being Proud of our own Filipino-English Diction Every single day for the past 10 years on BBC… Azkals stir up love for football in the country The Philippine...

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PRESS DIGEST – Hong Kong – July 7

July 7, 2011 | NEWS

HONG KONG, July 7 (Reuters) – These are some of the leadingstories in Hong Kong newspapers on Thursday. Reuters has notverified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. SOUTH CHINA MORNING … (read the story…) Related items PRESS DIGEST – Hong Kong – July 27 Asia Private Equity Weekly News, May 7,...

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App Store Analytics Startup App Annie Gets Backing From IDG, Preps Premium Service

July 7, 2011 | OPPORTUNITY

App Annie , a Hong Kong-based provider of app store analytics and marketing intelligence for Apple’s App Store, has raised an undisclosed amount in a Series A funding round led by IDG Capital Partners , the China-focused VC fund backed by IDG and Accel. First launched in March 2010, App Annie lets app developers...

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Research and Markets: Hong Kong Real Estate Report Q3 2011 – the Residential Market to Remain Strong in 2011

July 7, 2011 | REAL ESTATE

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Hong Kong Real Estate Report Q3 2011″ report to their offering. (read the news…) People who looked at this item also looked at… Hong Kong’s property market: Sell now? Hong Kong’s Peg Raises Risk Real Estate Prices May ‘Roll Over,’ MGPA Says Hong Kong Waits...

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