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Economies are left looking for safety as animal spirits run wild
The world is crying out for systemic reforms to markets that heap investment in fashionable sectors instead of where it is needed the most.
27 Jul 2025 - 5:30AM
China stock market
Trading places: Chinese quant funds lure AI talent from the US
26 Jul 2025 - 10:54AM
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Insurance
Hong Kong life insurance sales rise 43% in first quarter to hit record high
25 Jul 2025 - 5:22PM
Stablecoins
Hong Kong’s OSL Group raises US$300 million amid stablecoin anticipation
The licensed virtual-asset trading platform says it is the largest publicly disclosed equity raise in Asia’s digital-asset sector.
25 Jul 2025 - 4:31PM
Hong Kong property
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Airport Authority poised to part ways with New World in 11 Skies mall
Airport Authority is looking for a developer to undertake and complete the work at 11 Skies as it prepares to take back the project from NWD, several sources say.
25 Jul 2025 - 6:17PM
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Donald Trump
Trump and US Fed chief Powell bicker during tense central bank visit
The US president is pressuring Powell to lower interest rates and has threatened to fire him over the cost of renovations for the bank’s HQ.
25 Jul 2025 - 1:15PM
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China consumption
Pop Mart sues 7-Eleven stores in US for alleged Labubu trademark infringements
Convenience stores allegedly sell fake Labubu toys and products, hurting its business and reputation, Pop Mart says in California lawsuit.
24 Jul 2025 - 5:29PM
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Hong Kong economy
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How mainland capital flight is reviving Hong Kong market’s mojo
While capital can be volatile, Hong Kong’s role as the conduit between Chinese and global finance puts its financial sector in a sweet spot.
24 Jul 2025 - 4:30PM
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SenseTime
SenseTime, Mengniu join wave of Chinese firms tapping capital markets
The AI firm raises US$318 million through a share subscription, while the dairy giant issues US$489 million in bonds.
24 Jul 2025 - 5:03PM
India
Opinion
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Why economic ties are the missing ingredient for China-India detente
Removing barriers to Chinese capital could help New Delhi improve ties with Beijing, as well as advance its climate and foreign policy goals.
24 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)
Stablecoin excitement ‘excessive’, Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns
HKMA chief executive Eddie Yue cautions against a ‘bubble’ based on excitement over companies promising stablecoin offerings.
23 Jul 2025 - 4:00PM
Consumers
Would you like a handbag with that latte? Luxury brands in China think so
Can international fashion and luxury groups counter a sales decline by opening coffee shops in major cities?
23 Jul 2025 - 2:16PM
Citigroup
Citigroup to explore stablecoins as Hong Kong and US regulations evolve
Clients are eager but seek clarity on use cases and the coins’ impact on balance sheets and liquidity, US bank’s head of services says.
23 Jul 2025 - 7:30AM
Wealth Report
Regulatory changes and other measures are driving growth in Hong Kong IPOs
A wave of reforms is driving growth in IPO listings in Hong Kong, with experts including Deloitte China’s Edward Au bullish on further growth through the rest of the year.
23 Jul 2025 - 6:15AM
Japan
Japanese regulators find Visa pressured firms, hiked fees
Japan’s antitrust watchdog, in its first action against a credit card firm, found Visa restricted competitors by charging higher fees and has ordered reforms.
22 Jul 2025 - 8:32PM
Hong Kong housing
CY Leung warns against DAB scheme to sell Hong Kong property to mainlanders
Ex-Hong Kong leader says proposal by city’s largest party to allow direct remittance for home purchases not in residents’ best interests.
22 Jul 2025 - 9:42PM
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Hong Kong
HKMA takes action against 3 banks over money laundering, counterterrorism rules
Deficiencies identified linked to banks’ failures to establish and maintain effective procedures for monitoring relationships with customers.
22 Jul 2025 - 7:06PM
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Foreign exchange market
Singapore boosts currency market clout as volume jumps 12% to US$1.27 trillion
The Southeast Asian financial hub was Asia’s busiest foreign-exchange market last year, recording almost twice the volume than Hong Kong.
22 Jul 2025 - 6:31PM
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China property
China’s property loans rise to a 2-year high on policy support
China’s outstanding property loans rise to a two-year high in June, thanks to support from policy measures.
22 Jul 2025 - 5:34PM
India
India IPOs to raise US$30 billion over the next 12 months, top arranger says
The IPO filings reflect ‘deepening confidence of issuers in India’s capital markets’, Kotak Mahindra Capital’s investment banking head says.
22 Jul 2025 - 2:45PM
Hong Kong stock market
China’s UBTech Robotics eyes US$307 million Hong Kong share placement
Fresh off a big contract win, Shenzhen-based firm joins an influx of companies raising capital via the city’s robust market.
22 Jul 2025 - 4:54PM
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HKEX
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What Hong Kong should do to prepare for 24-hour market trading
Trading licences, online platforms and new disclosure and settlement rules are needed to prepare for round-the-clock trading.
22 Jul 2025 - 9:09AM
Hong Kong
KGI opens first Hong Kong bank branch, eyes wealth business and family offices
Private banking and private wealth management assets in Hong Kong jumped 15 per cent in 2024 to HK$10.4 trillion.
21 Jul 2025 - 9:46PM
Fintech
HKSTP names Terry Wong as CEO in first top executive change since 2016
Wong joins HKSTP after leading the regional and urban mobility sectors at NEOM, Saudi Arabia’s futuristic city project.
21 Jul 2025 - 5:11PM
IPO
Chinese circuit-board maker Victory Giant considering Hong Kong listing: sources
Shenzhen-listed company’s shares have jumped 270 per cent this year.
21 Jul 2025 - 3:20PM
Investing
Chinese bond ETFs top US$50 billion in assets managed
Chinese investors snap up ETFs that track bonds, betting on their lower costs and diversified exposure.
21 Jul 2025 - 2:23PM
Stocks
Singapore to allocate US$856 million to boost stock market
First phase of US$3.9 billion plan to boost liquidity and participation ropes in three asset managers including JP Morgan.
21 Jul 2025 - 2:18PM
China-EU relations
China slams EU banking sanctions as tensions rise ahead of key summit
Beijing urges Brussels to ‘immediately cease’ its actions against two Chinese banks, which are accused of violating a Russia trade embargo.
21 Jul 2025 - 4:49PM
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