BRIEF: Capital Securities gets regulatory nod, refiles for Hong Kong IPO
Capital Securities Corp. Ltd. (601136.SH) refiled a new IPO application with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Friday, the same day the brokerage received official approval from China’s securities regulator…
BRIEF: Nanhua Futures slumps in Hong Kong trading debut
Shares of Nanhua Futures Co. Ltd. (2691.HK; 603093.SH) fell 24% on their first trading day in Hong Kong on Monday, as the company raised HK$1.2 billion ($154 million) by selling…
Waterdrop splashes back to revenue growth. But are investors listening?
The insurance broker’s revenue rose 38.4% in the third quarter, boosted by a 20-fold increase for its young technical services business Key Takeaways: Waterdrop looks set to return to strong…
Capital Securities offers limited value in crowded brokerage field
The company aims to become China's 14th dual-listed brokerage with its planned Hong Kong IPO, even though its small size could dampen its appeal Key Takeaways: Capital Securities has filed…
Mainland regulators trip up Ant Group – again
Hong Kong’s Bright Smart Securities says its plan to be acquired by Ant is progressing on schedule, but a media report suggests the deal may face greater regulatory scrutiny Key…
Webull’s charge from IPO gate looks unsustainable as China risks hover
The online stockbroker’s shares surged following a backdoor listing, but its China ties and growing economic uncertainty could be major risks Key Takeaways: Webull shares soared 375% on the second…
BRIEF: Futu profit doubles on heavy trading during stock market rally
Online brokerage Futu Holdings Ltd. (FUTU.US) said on Thursday its revenue jumped 86.8% in the fourth quarter to HK$4.43 billion ($570 million), fueled by higher trading volumes as investors rushed…
