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China's Economy Loses Momentum in Q2 Amidst Declining Exports and Weak Retail Sales
China's economy experienced a slowdown in the second quarter, with gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 0.8 percent compared to the...
Jul 18, 20233 min read


China Mainland Stocks Drop on Economic Growth Concerns; Hong Kong Trading Halted by Typhoon Warning
Stocks in mainland China experienced a decline following the release of an official report that revealed the country's economic growth in...
Jul 17, 20232 min read


HSBC Expands Green Finance Teams in China Amid Rising Demand
HSBC, the largest bank in Europe, is bolstering its green finance and bond teams in China to meet the growing demand for sustainable...
Jul 14, 20232 min read


Hong Kong Proposes Increase in Bank Deposit Protection to HK$800,000 Amid Safety Concerns
The government agency in Hong Kong has put forward a proposal to widen the safety net for bank depositors in the event of a bank failure....
Jul 13, 20232 min read


China Fines Ant Group $984 Million in Regulatory Crackdown on Fintech Sector
Chinese authorities have announced a 7.12 billion yuan ($984 million) fine for Ant Group, marking the end of a regulatory overhaul of the...
Jul 11, 20232 min read


UK Gambling Commission Announces Release of Consultations on Gambling Act Review
The European Chamber of Commerce (EUCham) in China is advocating for the extension of tax exemptions on employee benefits, such as...
Jul 10, 20232 min read


Hong Kong Rental Market Expected to Thrive in Second Half of 2023, Despite Volatility in Home Prices
Hong Kong's housing market is expected to experience continued growth in rental prices in the second half of 2023, despite ongoing...
Jul 7, 20232 min read


Elon Musk Voices Confidence in China's AI Capabilities Amid US Export Restrictions
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk expressed his confidence in China's capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies during...
Jul 6, 20232 min read


Amman Mineral Set for Jakarta Stock Exchange Debut After Largest IPO in Indonesia
Amman Mineral Internasional, the owner of the second-largest gold and copper mine in Indonesia, is poised to make its debut on the...
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Strong Rebound: Hong Kong Mutual Fund Sales Recover with $15.51 Billion Inflow in Q1 2023
Hong Kong's mutual fund market saw a remarkable recovery in the first quarter of this year, bouncing back from the worst net outflow ever...
Jul 4, 20233 min read


China's Stock Market Faces Challenges as Bulls Lower Expectations
China's stock market is grappling with uncertainties as bullish investors reassess their expectations for a potential rally in stock...
Jun 30, 20233 min read


Financial Lobby Group Urges China to Allow Cross-Border Data Sharing Amid Data Control Measures
Leading financial lobby group, Asia Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association (ASIFMA), has called on China to permit...
Jun 29, 20232 min read


China's Incremental Easing Approach and Stock Discount Concerns
Alpine Macro has expressed concern over China's persistent reliance on incremental easing and its potential for policy errors, which has...
Jun 28, 20232 min read


Western Banks' Participation in Syngenta's Shanghai IPO Uncertain Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and other western banks have been engaged in months of lobbying to secure roles in one of China's largest-ever...
Jun 26, 20233 min read


Hong Kong Developers Offer Low-Priced Homes Amidst Interest Rate Concerns
Developers in Hong Kong are releasing homes at price levels not seen in the past five years, offering an array of incentives to attract...
Jun 23, 20232 min read


Singapore's Central Bank Fines Citibank, DBS, OCBC, and Swiss Life for AML/CFT Breaches
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has imposed fines totaling S$3.8 million ($2.83 million) on Citibank, DBS, OCBC, and Swiss Life...
Jun 23, 20232 min read


Asia Retains Title as Most Expensive Region to Live in, Singapore Tops the List
According to the latest Global Wealth and Lifestyle report by Julius Baer, Asia remains the most expensive region to live in, with...
Jun 21, 20233 min read


Chinese Banks Reduce Benchmark Interest Rates, but Doubts Remain about Their Impact
Chinese banks have lowered benchmark interest rates on loans to households and businesses as part of efforts to revive the country's...
Jun 20, 20232 min read


Hong Kong and UAE Central Banks Collaborate to Strengthen Cross-Border Financial Infrastructure
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Central Bank of the UAE have joined forces to enhance financial infrastructure and...
Jun 19, 20233 min read


Dubai Surpasses Hong Kong as the World's Top Market for Ultra-Luxury Homes
According to a recent report by Knight Frank, Dubai has dethroned Hong Kong as the leading market for ultra-luxury homes worldwide. In...
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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