Hong Kong tightens listing oversight to build lasting trust
Tighter IPO scrutiny by the city’s securities regulators may delay deals but could strengthen investor trust over the longer term By Lee Shih Ta “A market can be competitive…
Hong Kong securities industry posts $6.58 billion first-half profit on record transactions
The Hong Kong securities industry posted a net profit of HK$51.7 billion ($6.59 billion) in the first half of 2026, up 21% from the second half of last year, the…
Tax crackdown erodes edge for Hong Kong insurers
China’s scrutiny of offshore insurance income is forcing a rethink of return advantages for Hong Kong policies, which could weaken the appeal of dividend and savings products By Lee…
Qiyunshan takes debut-day crown in two-day Hong Kong IPO frenzy
Shares of fruit snack seller Jiangxi Qiyunshan Food Co. Ltd. (2797.HK) more than doubled in their trading debut on Thursday, making it the best performer over a frenzied two-day period…
JD.com pours $4.5 billion into Hong Kong. But when will it recoup that money?
The e-commerce giant has expanded aggressively in Hong Kong over the last year, acquiring commercial buildings, a supermarket chain and establishing an extensive logistics network Key Takeaways: JD.com has been…
Policy forces shift offshore Chinese IPO tide to Hong Kong from New York
New listings raised $36 billion on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2025, accounting for nearly one-quarter of IPO fundraising worldwide Key Takeaways: Hong Kong took the global crown for…
Strategic AI drone deployments to shape Hong Kong’s future low-altitude economy
The low-altitude economy’s launch is opening a practical pathway for AI drones as Hong Kong enters a new phase marked by ageing buildings and challenges of managing a vertical city…
