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Wu Qing, chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, speaks at a press conference during the Fourth Session of the National People’s Congress in Beijing on March 6, 2026. Photo: EPA
China stock market

China’s market regulator vows more oversight to shore up confidence

Crackdown on fraud, stronger governance, higher dividends and more buy-backs will enhance appeal of Chinese assets, CSRC chief Wu Qing says.

Two Sessions 2026

China and Hong Kong should relax biotech listing rules, venture capitalist says

Venture capital market

China’s state-led venture capital revival risks losing momentum

Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)

More Hongkongers leave money in MPF pension plan amid market rally

Withdrawals by people leaving the city or retiring dropped last quarter, indicating expectations of greater gains, analysts say.

People walk through Central during the lunch hour on January 30, 2026. Photo: Karma Lo
People walk through Central during the lunch hour on January 30, 2026. Photo: Karma Lo
Banking & finance

How China’s sovereign debt is becoming a real alternative to US Treasuries

Beijing is now offering dollar-denominated sovereign bonds at rates matching equivalent US Treasuries – and investors are snapping them up.

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IPO

HSBC chairman floats ‘IPO connect’ for Hong Kong, Shenzhen listings

Modelled on Stock Connect, the proposal would give investors in the Greater Bay Area cross-border access to new share listings.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

How AI ‘scare trade’ is sparking an M&A rush by traditional firms, start-ups

AI start-ups and legacy firms clash in capital markets, spurring M&A as the technology reshapes industries.

AI-related disruptions are projected to lead to more mergers and acquisitions, accelerating automation, especially in the software-as-a-service industry. Photo: Shutterstock
AI-related disruptions are projected to lead to more mergers and acquisitions, accelerating automation, especially in the software-as-a-service industry. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong property

Can HKIC fix Hong Kong’s 15 million square-foot office vacancy problem?

Attracting foreign institutions might prove difficult amid the commercial property sector’s elevated vacancy rates and uncertain recovery.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong, Shanghai sign pact on digital trade finance, cross-border data link

‘This marks an important milestone in the collaboration on financial innovation between Shanghai and Hong Kong,’ HKMA’s Howard Lee says.

Artificial intelligence

Hong Kong-listed AI firm MiniMax’s revenue jumps 159% on strong demand

Shanghai-based company predicts revenue will double this year, based on strong user growth for its M2.5 model.

MiniMax looks to capitalise on exploding interest in agentic AI products this year. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s new cash-for-residency scheme draws US$12 billion in first 2 years

Number of applicants surges in second year, with most of the deployed capital going into authorised funds, equities and debt securities.

More than 1,700 investors have completed their commitments and received formal approval from the Immigration Department. Photo: Jelly Tse
More than 1,700 investors have completed their commitments and received formal approval from the Immigration Department. Photo: Jelly Tse
Banking & finance

HSBC signals intent to join Hong Kong’s stablecoin regime amid digital hub push

Georges Elhedery declined to confirm whether HSBC applied for stablecoin licence but indicated that discussions with regulator were ongoing.

Hong Kong stock market

The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?

After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong developer Sino Land posts steady profit amid market improvements

Chairman Daryl Ng highlights the city’s encouraging property sales performance in the second half of 2025.

Sino Group has two new residential projects in the pipeline: one in Tseung Kwan O and another in To Kwa Wan. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong property

New World reports loss as deleveraging takes priority, dividend suspended

Developer keeps dividend suspended, rules out equity fundraising for now as Hong Kong sales rebound.

General view of New World Tower in Central. Photo: Jonathan Wong
General view of New World Tower in Central. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong banks’ collateral asset valuations to continue declining in 2026: S&P

The city’s commercial property market remains on a sustained downturn, as rents continue to fall and vacancy rates soar.

HKEX

HKEX to step up listings and reforms as profit rises 36% on turnover and IPOs

Net profit in 2025 rises to HK$17.75 billion (US$2.28 billion), beating market expectations.

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Artificial intelligence

Nvidia reports record earnings quarter as China’s H200 sales freeze persists

Nvidia warns China market for powerful GPU remains uncertain, even as data centre revenue surges to new highs.

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The pipeline for Nvidia’s H200 chip remains dry in China. Photo: AFP
The pipeline for Nvidia’s H200 chip remains dry in China. Photo: AFP
Mergers & Acquisitions

CK group to sell 100% stake in UK electricity operator for US$14.2 billion

Shares of group’s Hong Kong-listed entities rally on plan to sell UK Power Networks to French utility Engie.

Banking & finance

South Korean investors pour millions into Chinese AI and tech stocks

Despite a sizzling home market, the country’s investors are stepping up buying on the Hong Kong and mainland exchanges this year.

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong seeks to hone edge as offshore yuan hub, digital-asset front runner

Market participants largely welcome Paul Chan’s renewed push to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international financial centre.

Hong Kong’s renewed push to strengthen its position as an international financial centre has been welcomed. Photo: Felix Wong
ByteDance

ByteDance valuation said to hit record US$550 billion in proposed equity sale

Pending sale by US private equity firm General Atlantic shows ByteDance’s valuation has surged from US$400 billion as recently as mid-2025.

The ByteDance logo is seen at the company’s office building in Shanghai, on July 4, 2023. Photo: Reuters
The ByteDance logo is seen at the company’s office building in Shanghai, on July 4, 2023. Photo: Reuters
Banking & finance

HSBC to boost spending in Hong Kong, other high-growth markets to US$1.8 billion

HSBC reported a 7 per cent profit drop, but shares rose on its CEO’s comments on higher return goals, steady dividends and new growth plans.

Banking & finance

Why China’s rise as a ‘financial superpower’ could depend on Hong Kong

From the yuan’s growth as a global currency to IPO funding to tokenisation, the city is a linchpin in Beijing’s ambitions.

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China stock market

China’s top court backs legal action against corrupt firms amid equity rally

The court’s initiative marks ‘a positive sign that the market would sustain its upward momentum’, hedge fund manager Zhou Ling says.

A statue of a bull is displayed outside the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Photo: Reuters
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