Initial public offerings in Hong Kong have got a nice pop to them. Listings since June 1 have opened an average of 25.6% above their offering price, data compiled by Bloomberg show. That’s set to make ... ( read original story ...)
Businesses in Hong Kong worried after US downgrade
After China introduced a controversial new security law, Donald Trump signed an order ending preferential economic treatment for the territory. What does Hong Kong's economic future now hold? ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Reports 63 Locally Transmitted Coronavirus Cases
Passengers wear surgical masks in an MTR train, following the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Hong Kong, China July 15, 2020. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo R ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s competitive edge blunted by US-China storm
Beijing's tough new security law and President Donald Trump's order to rescind special trading privileges have blunted Hong Kong's competitive edge and risk turning the finance hub into just another ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-HSBC Economist Backs Hong Kong Banks in Legislature Bid
A former economist at HSBC Holdings Plc plans to run for a seat in Hong Kong’s legislature, vowing to stand up for the financial services sector against growing influence from China. ( read original story ...)
VPN providers rethink Hong Kong servers after China’s security law
In recent decades, Hong Kong has been considered a haven for data centers given its strategic location in Asia, a legal system trusted by international businesses, and reliable internet connectivity. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s central bank says there are no ‘significant’ fund flows from Hong Kong
"We've seen increased flows into Singapore from a variety of destinations, of sources and that includes Hong Kong. But the amounts are not large," said Ravi Menon, managing director of the Monetary ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Downplays Fund Outflows From Hong Kong
Hong Kong remains a “formidable” financial center even though inquiries from businesses looking to come to Singapore are picking up amid the uncertainties in the Chinese territory, said the chief of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s financial system robust despite worst downturn, central bank chief says
Singapore's financial system remains robust and resilient even as the economy suffers its most severe downturn due to the coronavirus pandemic, central bank chief Ravi Menon said on Thursday. There ... ( read original story ...)
Australia wants to attract ‘seriously talented’ people leaving Hong Kong, minister says
The country is "specifically targeting" students and highly talented individuals from Hong Kong who will be able to contribute to Australia's economy, said Alan Tudge, minister for population, cities ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing’s top Hong Kong office slams U.S. sanctions as ‘gangster logic and bullying’
China's top representative office in Hong Kong condemned what it called gross interference by the United States in the Asian financial hub, labelling President Donald Trump's move to end the city's ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Bourse May Add To Its Winnings On Thursday
The Hong Kong stock market has alternated between positive and negative finishes through the last four trading days since the end of the two-day winning streak in which it had gathered more than 230 ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-HSBC Economist Vows to Back Hong Kong Banks in Parliament Bid
A former economist at HSBC Holdings Plc plans to run for a seat in Hong Kong’s legislature, vowing to stand up for the financial services sector against growing influence from China. ( read original story ...)
Unofficial Hong Kong vote sees new generation take over battle for democracy
A younger, more defiant generation of Hong Kong democrats has secured the most votes in unofficial primary elections in the Chinese-ruled city, setting the stage for a battle with pro-Beijing ... ( read original story ...)