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‘Slow decline’: why the US dollar is destined to lose its dominant status
The world is already moving towards a multicurrency system as financial technologies evolve and China pushes the yuan, economists say.
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Chelsea owner Todd Boehly eyes Hong Kong and Macau for new ventures
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Hong Kong stocks rise even as looming Trump tariffs keep sentiment in check
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StanChart eyes 5 wealth hubs in Hong Kong to appeal to ‘new money’
The next wealth management centre will open in Central later this year, while the bank scouts for new locations in the city.
24 Mar 2025 - 7:42AM
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Standard Chartered’s Priority Private Centre at K11 Atelier Victoria Dockside in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon. Photo: Handout
Banking & finance
HSBC to back Chinese firms in their growth plans amid global headwinds, CEO says
With continued investment, China is poised to lead the future of technology-driven, resilient, and sustainable supply chains, Elhedery says.
23 Mar 2025 - 6:32PM
Banking & finance
Top Hong Kong women CEOs talk about the school that fuelled their success
HKEX’s Bonnie Chan, SFC’s Julia Leung and Hang Seng Bank’s Diana Cesar talk about the school that shaped their worldwiew and beliefs.
23 Mar 2025 - 10:00AM
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Family offices
It’s a family affair: inside Hong Kong’s quest to lure world’s wealthiest clans
Two years ago, the government unveiled eight measures with the aim of attracting affluent families so they could set up family offices.
22 Mar 2025 - 11:18AM
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Li may swing BlackRock deal with just 15% of minority owners’ votes
Minority shareholders are also expected to support the sale to receive a special bonus of as much as HK$25 a share, they said.
21 Mar 2025 - 7:09PM
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Hong Kong orders brokers to rein in credits to pre-empt IPO madness
Futu Securities, the city’s biggest online broker, said the SFC directive might cool the IPO market frenzy a bit.
21 Mar 2025 - 6:34PM
Banking & finance
Hong Kong widens lead over Singapore as Asia’s top financial centre: report
Nine of the top 20 global centres maintained their ranking, suggesting confidence in the financial sector amid slow economic growth.
20 Mar 2025 - 9:38PM
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Ontario Teachers’ departure is Hong Kong’s loss, Singapore’s gain
Canada’s third-largest pension fund will wind down its operations over the next 18 months, spokesman says.
20 Mar 2025 - 4:28PM
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Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan managed C$255.8 billion as of mid-2024, making it the world’s 20th largest by assets under management. Photo: Shutterstock
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Hong Kong key to StanChart’s US$200 billion new money target: CEO Winters
Bank is developing over 200 use cases for AI, including fraud detection and prevention, anti-money-laundering screening and new products.
20 Mar 2025 - 1:10PM
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Hong Kong banks keep their prime rates steady after HKMA, Fed hold fire
The Fed is seen cutting rates again by midyear, while Hong Kong banks may lower their prime rates by 0.125 percentage points.
20 Mar 2025 - 6:11PM
Banking & finance
Towngas says tourism rebound, incoming mainland talent will drive sales in 2025
Towngas says its renewable energy business on the mainland was a strong profit contributor.
19 Mar 2025 - 9:21PM
Banking & finance
The custodian of a third of China’s US$3.2 trillion reserves is hiring in Hong Kong
The firm is seeking trainees for fundamental research and systematic trading, according to a posting on HKCampusRecruitment.
19 Mar 2025 - 7:48AM
Hong Kong-based SAFE Investment is responsible for managing a third of China’s US$3.227 trillion foreign exchange reserves. Photo: Reuters
Banking & finance
CEO Lei Jun sees progress as Xiaomi raises 2025 EV deliveries target by 16%
Xiaomi is entering the high-end segment of the EV market and also eyeing overseas sales as it ramps up production.
18 Mar 2025 - 8:30PM
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Insurance
Manulife picks chief actuary Finch as Asia CEO to lead biggest profit centre
Steve Finch will take over as Asia CEO from May 9, replacing Phil Witherington who is heading back to Toronto to become global CEO.
18 Mar 2025 - 5:23PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Chinese EV battery maker CATL to see strong growth in 2025: analysts
US investment bank Jefferies raises CATL price target after company reports record profit for 2024.
17 Mar 2025 - 5:25PM
People passed a CATL logo at an auto show in Shanghai. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong property
ICBC (Asia) backs Hong Kong developers with loan support as sector struggles
Local subsidiary of China’s largest bank has ‘zero’ non-performing loans from Hong Kong developers and plans to increase home mortgages.
17 Mar 2025 - 9:22AM
Banking & finance
Standard Chartered sees key role for Hong Kong amid evolving global trade
Jose Vinals to bid adieu at the bank’s annual general meeting in May after nine years at the helm.
17 Mar 2025 - 10:00AM
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China’s brokerage sector sees mega-mergers but remains competitive, fragmented
China’s intensely competitive securities sector, with more than 140 firms, has been repeatedly pulled up by regulators, S&P Global says.
16 Mar 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong property
China Vanke’s Hong Kong unit sees strong flat sales despite mortgage concerns
The embattled developer has sold 223 of the 228 flats on offer at its Le Mont residential project, according to agents.
15 Mar 2025 - 8:50PM
Potential buyers queue up for China Vanke’s Le Mont residential project in Tai Po at its sales office in Cheung Sha Wan on Saturday. Photo: Nora Tam
Banking & finance
China’s 4 golden flowers: how Beijing invests its US$3.2 trillion reserves
The State Administration of Foreign Exchange entrusts managers in four ‘overseas offices’ to diversify its reserves and maximise returns.
16 Mar 2025 - 10:19PM
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Banking & finance
In SAFE hands: China’s secret plan for US$1 trillion reserves fund in Hong Kong
Cheng Hao, the man involved in the rescue of China’s 2015 market crash, runs what is the world’s third largest wealth fund in Hong Kong.
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Banking & finance
Towngas unit’s 2024 profit gains as renewable energy bets pay off
Net profit rose 2 per cent to HK$1.6 billion (US$206 million), while revenue increased 7.4 per cent to HK$21.3 billion.
14 Mar 2025 - 7:31PM
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