Hong Kong: China’s IPO pipeline and crypto lab
Companies raised $13.6 billion through Hong Kong IPOs in the first half of the year, giving the city the global fundraising title for that period. What's behind the sudden boom? And a growing number of Chinese companies are experimenting with cryptocurrencies in Hong Kong, even as such currencies are banned on the Mainland. What's driving such different approaches on the Mainland and in Hong Kong?
INTERVIEW: Cango maps out future path as bitcoin miner
The company recently completed the first phase of its transformation from auto trader to bitcoin miner with its acquisition of additional machines with 18 EH/s of capacity By Doug…
Hong Kong IPOs explode in first half as China Inc. abandons New York
Hong Kong listings by 44 companies raised $13.6 billion in the first six months of 2025, accounting for a quarter of the world’s total IPO fundraising Key Takeaways: Hong Kong…
China Renaissance banks on cryptocurrencies to revive its fortunes
The investment bank plans to spend $100 million on digital assets as it struggles to boost its business in a weak Chinese economy Key Takeaways: China Renaissance plans to invest…
Yusys banking ties look like put-off as it seeks a second listing in Hong Kong
The Baidu-backed provider of technology services for banks reported falling revenue last year, reflecting a challenging environment for its customers Key Takeaways: Shenzhen-listed Yusys has filed for a Hong Kong…
Macao’s end of an era, and a ghost ship in search of a business
An era has ended in Macao with the planned closure of the city's remaining "satellite casinos" by the end of the year. Does this represent the latest step in the corporatization of Macao? And former financier-turned-educator-turned -food seller Qudian has announced it's pulling out of its latest foray into last-mile delivery. What value for investors is there in this kind of ever-changing company?
Cango’s ownership, board take shape as bitcoin mining transformation nears completion
The company will be controlled by two asset managers tied to Singapore’s Antalpha Ventures, while Cango’s co-founders’ voting rights will drop to 12.07% Key Takeaways: Enduring Wealth, a company tied…
