Hong Kong equity fundraising has dropped to the slowest pace since the global financial crisis as economic and regulatory doubts compound concerns over Chinese companies that once drove a steady ... ( read original story ...)
How to secure your mortgage on time if you end up in Hong Kong’s mandatory quarantine
If a borrower is subject to mandatory quarantine in Hong Kong and can't get to the bank in person to complete the deal, it can be a major headache Here are three steps that might help if you end up in ... ( read original story ...)
Former HK financial chief John Tsang launches NFT project ‘Choi Yeah’
Former Hong Kong financial secretary John Tsang has plans to launch an NFT project as part of his effort to contribute to the city's startups. On 4 April, Tsang said on his Facebook that he, in ... ( read original story ...)
Asia’s IPO market bucks global slump thanks to megadeals
The Asia-Pacific market had 16% fewer IPOs during the quarter -- 188 companies -- but the proceeds rose 18% to $42.7 billion. ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific stocks set for opening gains; Reserve Bank of Australia rate decision ahead
Elsewhere, Australia stocks also appeared set for a higher start. The SPI futures contract sat at 7,528, against the S&P/ASX 200's last close at 7,513.70. The Reserve Bank of Aust ... ( read original story ...)
U.S.-Bound China IPO Train Could Resume by Summer, Latest Signals Show
A few small IPOs are floating up in the headlines as we kick off the new week, signaling spring could finally be near for the stalled train of Chinese companies listing in the U.S. The latest filings ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Internet Stocks Cheer Proposed CSRC Rule Change
China’s SEC, issued a “Notice on Public Solicitation of Comments on the “Provisions on Strengthening the Confidentiality and Archives Management Work Related to the Overseas Issuance and Listing of ... ( read original story ...)
Are Hong Kong tax incentives for family offices ‘too little, too late’? Some lawmakers think so
It maybe too late as Singapore has offered tax waivers since 2020, lawmaker for accountancy constituency says Financial services, liquid capital market connected to China make Hong Kong 'natural ... ( read original story ...)
IPO market off to a slow start in 2022 but is set to rebound, KPMG analysis finds
The Hong Kong IPO market has started quietly this year as geopolitical issues and economic uncertainties prevail globally amid supply chain bottlenecks and interest rate hikes. The escalation of the ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese tech stocks in Hong Kong jump as Hang Seng index rises 2%
Hong Kong's Hang Seng index led gains among the major Asia-Pacific markets on Monday as Chinese tech stocks in the city jumped. Markets in mainland China are closed on Monday and Tuesday this week for ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Leader to Step Down With China Now Firmly in Control
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said she wouldn’t seek a second term, ending a tumultuous tenure that saw China cement control over the once-freewheeling financial hub. ( read original story ...)
HSBC MPF Wins Eight Accolades at 2021 Benchmark Fund of The Year Awards
In recognition of its leading performance in investment strategy and corporate governance HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 4 April 2022 - HSBC MPF won eight Benchmark Fund of the Year awards in 20211 ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam says she will not seek a second term
Hong Kong's embattled leader Carrie Lam, who has governed the global financial hub through the unprecedented upheaval of anti-government protests and COVID-19, said on Monday she will not seek a ... ( read original story ...)
China-focused private equity managers face extended fundraising dry spell as policy uncertainties, IPO obstacles give investors cold feet
China-focused private equity funds raised the lowest amount of capital in eight years during the second half of 2021, as policy uncertainties in the consumer tech sector and obstacles to cashing out ... ( read original story ...)