Hong Kong’s budget funding for innovation is a smart start

Will the HK$50 billion investment in innovation and technology, along with other initiatives in the budget, contribute to building the desired culture of innovation in Hong Kong? In addition, what more should the government be doing in its role as ... ( read original story ...)

UBS banned from Hong Kong IPOs for 18 months

Around a third, 32.5%, of its Asia-Pacific IPO revenues last year, or $21.1m, were generated from listings in Hong Kong, according to Dealogic. The Swiss bank, which finished second in the Hong Kong IPO revenue league table in 2017, is appealing the ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong suspends UBS as IPO sponsor for 18 months

ZURICH/HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong's securities regulator has blocked UBS (UBSG.S) from sponsoring initial public offerings for 18 months, the Swiss bank said in its annual report released on Friday, adding it planned to appeal against the decision. ( read original story ...)

Hongkong Land 2017 profits up 14% to $1.28b

They were boosted by higher rental income and development profits from China. Hongkong Land's 2017 profits rose 14% YoY to $1.28b (US$970m), thanks to significantly higher development profits from China and increased rental earnings. Its final dividend ... ( read original story ...)

Stay calm on the weakening of the Hong Kong dollar

5. Will significant fund outflows within a short span of time disrupt the normal functioning of the banking system and even the overall economy of Hong Kong? 6. Will the continued weakening of the HKD and huge fund outflows lead to systemic risk and ... ( read original story ...)