Wealth Report

Could investing in China’s AI industry prove more lucrative than the US’?

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Healthcare’s digital revolution could be a tonic for savvy investors

The rise of AI, healthtech and ageing populations is prompting wealth managers to monitor the pulse of a sector once seen as stodgy.

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Healthtech’s applications, including robot-assisted surgery, are now driving up companies’ valuations in the sector. Photo: Edmond So

Will tokenisation revolutionise Hong Kong’s financial landscape?

Tokenisation offers fractional ownership and faster trades, but regulatory clarity and market adoption remain challenges.

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Vetting collectibles, such as whiskies and watches, is a serious business

The market is growing briskly, but vigilance is vital to ensure that assets are authenticated and carefully protected ahead of a sale.

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Hong Kong’s rich grow richer as stock boom lifts multimillionaires’ wealth, Citi says

The number of Hongkongers with at least HK$10 million in net assets edged up to 395,000, as a booming stock market offset property weakness.

18 Nov 2025 - 8:29PM

Happy Valley: Hong Kong currently has around 395,000 multimillionaires, according to a Citibank study. Photo: Dickson Lee

More than family: further growth may require hiring external experts

The family office sector in Hong Kong is buoyant, but industry reports suggest increased expertise in the multiple roles of wealth, governance and legacy are key to future success.

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Hong Kong’s family offices help prop up local property rentals market

While global real estate markets struggle in the face of declining investment, Hong Kong’s family offices are helping the city resist the trend.

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Rise in ESG investing in Hong Kong prompts improved reporting standards

Family offices and others’ growing focus on the sector is driving local authorities to tighten up regulations to increase transparency and make gains more measurable.

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HKEX has established climate-related disclosure requirements for equities that are closely aligned with recommended international standards, and now requires issuers to publish an ESG report each year. Photo: Xinhua

Family offices look for ways to measure philanthropy’s impacts

Hong Kong’s experts cite a growing number of organisations dedicated to helping investors measure the gains of philanthropy.

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Family offices interested in philanthropy are seeking ways to measure their gains, with the likes of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) offering useful tools and running forums, such as this one in Amsterdam in 2024. Photo: Handout

IPO

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

Hong Kong stock exchange

Hong Kong stock exchange has simplified IPOs with tech companies in mind

Jack Chan, EY China’s chairman, describes how the HKEX and SFC’s new Technology Enterprises Channel has streamlined the process for technology firms.

16 Jul 2025 - 6:15AM

IPO

Chinese AIs fuel interest in Hong Kong IPOs

15 IPOs were announced in the city in the first quarter of 2025, according to KPMG, 6 of which raised more than HK$1 billion – many of these were tech companies.

9 Jul 2025 - 6:00AM

Chinese AIs like DeepSeek have caused many around the world to revise their opinion of the country’s progress in the field – and have spurred interest in tech-oriented IPOs in Hong Kong. Photo: Shutterstock

IPO

Retail services is the most prominent sector for IPO listings since 2024

Consumer and retail services made up a substantial share of IPOs in the last 18 months as innovative mainland companies eye international expansion.

2 Jul 2025 - 12:45PM

Retail services has been a key sector for Hong Kong IPOs in terms of number of listings and funds raised since 2024, with Chinese bubble tea company Guming Holdings, with its Good Me stores, among the prominent deals. Photo: Handout

How Hong Kong’s market innovations are aiming to enhance the city’s trading environment

Reforms are being introduced to sustain the surge in public offerings that has made the city among the world’s leading IPO venues in the last 6 months.

25 Jun 2025 - 6:15AM

How Liberty enabled Formula One to market itself better

The mass media group has drawn fresh interest in motorsport’s premier championship from the likes of LVMH, Adidas and Cadillac.

17 Mar 2025 - 7:00PM

How Hong Kong’s new SFC rules could transform alternative asset investing

As Hong Kong’s affluent increasingly shift towards non-traditional investments, new rules could provide a boost, although investors should be aware of the risks.

17 Mar 2025 - 6:00PM

Most of Hong Kong’s high-net-worth investors are looking to diversify into alternative assets. Photo: Shutterstock

Private credit

From niche to necessity: private credit transforms Asia’s lending landscape

As rising interest rates and market volatility push investors towards alternative assets, private credit is gaining traction – though some question whether the sector can maintain its strong returns.

17 Mar 2025 - 5:00PM

How lucrative sports broadcasting deals are opening new investment avenues

The Premier League, NFL, NBA and MLB are seeing massive revenue growth, presenting a golden opportunity for investors – but it’s a long game with inherent risks.

17 Mar 2025 - 4:08PM

Banking & finance

Singapore’s Endowus brings AI-based investing to Hong Kong

Hong Kong head Steffanie Yuen worked at Ant Group and Value Partners before meeting Endowus founders Gregory Van and Samuel Rhee.

17 Mar 2025 - 2:06PM

Head of Endowus HK Steffanie Yuen talks about her company’s commission-free investment platform that uses AI and wealthtech. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Why Hong Kong family offices add philanthropy to their investment portfolios

The Doing Good Index 2024 showed Hong Kong family offices lagging behind the Asian average – Kithmina Hewage at the Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society and Jason Fong at InvestHK discuss the issue.

17 Oct 2024 - 5:00PM

Family offices in Hong Kong more often need to factor in philanthropy when building portfolios of multi-generational investments - incorporating initiatives such as the environmental work of the city’s Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Banking & finance

Private credit fundraising surges in Asia, with Hong Kong leading the charge

Lending from third-party sources is popular in many markets, and now the trend is coming to the region, with Hong Kong leading the charge – HSBC and Baker McKenzie weigh in.

17 Oct 2024 - 1:06PM