BRIEF: Chuangxin Industries launches $700 million IPO

Electrolytic aluminum producer Chuangxin Industries Holdings Ltd. (2788.HK) launched its Hong Kong IPO on Friday, aiming to raise HK$5.5 billion ($708 million) by selling 500 million shares for between HK$10.18…
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BRIEF: China Hongqiao profit nearly doubles in 2024

Aluminum maker China Hongqiao Group Ltd. (1378.HK) said it expects to report that its net profit for 2024 increased about 95% on higher aluminum prices, according to a positive profit…