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An emerging investment corridor: Hong Kong, Saudi and beyond

FinanceAsia caught up with HSBC’s Christina Ma to discuss how increasing investment connectivity between Asia and the Middle East is reshaping traditional capital markets and paving the way for the expanded use of private capital.

November 05, 2024

HKEX plans Riyadh office as Saudi Exchange launches two Hong Kong ETFs

The planned launch of the office in 2025 comes as the Saudi Exchange starts hosting the first ETFs tracking Hong Kong funds.

October 31, 2024

Ogier signs partner Dennis Li to its investment funds practice in Hong Kong

Li's practice at the international law firm will focus on fund formation and digital assets, across hedge funds, private equity, real estate and cryptocurrency.

October 29, 2024

Tencent invests $30m into HK-based early cancer detection firm

Insighta, valued at $200m, uses a system designed to detect DNA methylation aberrations in cell-free DNA in bodily fluids such as blood; Prenetics has reduced its stake in the firm.

October 16, 2024

FTAHK reconsidering value proposition, plans to build mainland China ties: new chair

Lareina Wang, the newly appointed chair of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong, shares her plans to lead the organisation over the next two years.

October 08, 2024

Hogan Lovells takes team from Dechert Hong Kong

Two partners and three associates will join this month as the global law firm boosts its capabilities in funds, complex disputes and cross-border investigations, including for mainland China.

October 03, 2024

HK's IPO raising climbs 116%: LSEG

ECM proceeds have climbed almost 30% up until September 27, when compared to the same time last year; as a result the HKEX is fifth on the global stock exchange rankings.

September 30, 2024

HKMC issues second ILBS issuance for $423m as investor demand grows

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is an anchor investor in SPV Bauhinia 2, which contains a $107m sustainability tranche; meanwhile, the Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation will have a new CEO in December.

September 13, 2024

JP Morgan names new Hong Kong CEO

JP Morgan has appointed Kam Shing Kwang to lead Hong Kong, effective October 1, as Harshika Patel completes her term; Patel will continue as Apac CEO of JP Morgan Private Bank.

September 10, 2024

HK’s Urban Renewal Authority sees strong demand for HK$12bn bond amid tough market

The transaction is one of the largest HKD-denominated issuances to date; however, the SAR's property market is tough, with giant New World Development set to announce its first loss in 20 years.

September 03, 2024