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Deutsche Bank bets on Hong Kong boom as Asian billionaires look beyond US assets
Hong Kong is becoming a focal point for Asian billionaires seeking to pivot away from US exposure, Deutsche Bank’s private bank says.
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Banking & finance
Hong Kong family offices take long view despite Iran war, HKMA affiliate says
10 Mar 2026 - 7:45PM
Retailing
Middle East tensions add uncertainty to Hong Kong retail rents, Wharf REIC says
10 Mar 2026 - 7:01PM
Banking & finance
China investors energise Hong Kong biotech stocks. Is foreign money missing out?
Stock Connect reshuffle reflects biotech sector’s growing role on international stage, though overseas funds remain cautious.
10 Mar 2026 - 5:26PM
Overseas capital tends to cherry-pick a few big-cap pharmaceutical companies rather than buy the biotech sector broadly, according to an analyst. Photo: Handout
Mergers & Acquisitions
Investment firms remain upbeat on deals despite geopolitical tensions, bankers say
Private equity, sovereign funds and family offices are sitting on record stocks of dry powder even as geopolitical risks cloud the global outlook.
9 Mar 2026 - 5:47PM
Millionaires and billionaires
Adrian Cheng maps out investment plan in line with China’s 5-year plan
The former CEO of NWD plans to spend more time in mainland China this year to scope out tech investment targets.
9 Mar 2026 - 2:12PM
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Venture capital market
China’s state-led venture capital revival risks losing momentum
Four government funds formed to back projects, but lack of funding diversity could risk stalling the industry again if policy shifts.
5 Mar 2026 - 7:38PM
Several government funds have been formed in China to support investments in key projects. Photo: NurPhoto via Getty Images
Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)
More Hongkongers leave money in MPF pension plan amid market rally
Withdrawals by people leaving the city or retiring dropped last quarter, indicating expectations of greater gains, analysts say.
4 Mar 2026 - 8:30PM
Made in China 2025
China biotech outlicensing tops US$52 billion in first 2 months
The latest deals are Sino Biopharmaceutical’s partnership with France’s Sanofi and Antengene’s agreement with Belgium’s UCB.
5 Mar 2026 - 11:01AM
Two Sessions 2026
Healthcare investors looking to ‘two sessions’ for clarity on drug pricing
Healthcare and insurance sectors will see policy fine-tuning, ‘moral support’ rather than ‘groundbreaking news’ from Beijing, analysts say.
4 Mar 2026 - 9:05AM
IPO
HSBC chairman floats ‘IPO connect’ for Hong Kong, Shenzhen listings
Modelled on Stock Connect, the proposal would give investors in the Greater Bay Area cross-border access to new share listings.
3 Mar 2026 - 6:43PM
Bull statues are seen in front of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange on November 17, 2024. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks slide for a second day as US-Iran war rattles sentiment
Risk-off sentiment is seen across major Asia-Pacific markets, with South Korea’s Kospi benchmark falling 7.2 per cent.
3 Mar 2026 - 5:17PM
Artificial intelligence
Hong Kong-listed AI firm MiniMax’s revenue jumps 159% on strong demand
Shanghai-based company predicts revenue will double this year, based on strong user growth for its M2.5 model.
2 Mar 2026 - 9:49PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s new cash-for-residency scheme draws US$12 billion in first 2 years
Number of applicants surges in second year, with most of the deployed capital going into authorised funds, equities and debt securities.
2 Mar 2026 - 2:44PM
Made in China 2025
Hong Kong-listed Chinese drug firms set to turn corner on rising sales, deals
Chinese pharmaceutical firms are poised for profit growth, driven by innovative drug sales and licensing deals, despite pricing pressures.
1 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM
Pills are produced and packed at Modern Pharmaceutical’s factory. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong stock market
The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?
After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.
28 Feb 2026 - 1:44PM
Mainland China
China’s copper crash: from investment fad to scrap in a month
A brief speculative frenzy amid skyrocketing gold and silver prices leaves some retail investors holding shiny kilogram bars they can’t sell.
26 Feb 2026 - 8:30AM
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Hong Kong budget 2026-27
Hong Kong seeks to hone edge as offshore yuan hub, digital-asset front runner
Market participants largely welcome Paul Chan’s renewed push to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international financial centre.
25 Feb 2026 - 11:17PM
Hong Kong’s renewed push to strengthen its position as an international financial centre has been welcomed. Photo: Felix Wong
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s Geely bets on longer-range, faster-charging tech over fresh EV price war
‘We promise to compete based on technology, quality, brand, service and corporate ethics,’ Geely Auto CEO says.
24 Feb 2026 - 7:47PM
China stock market
China’s top court backs legal action against corrupt firms amid equity rally
The court’s initiative marks ‘a positive sign that the market would sustain its upward momentum’, hedge fund manager Zhou Ling says.
24 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
China stock market
US investors increase buying of Hong Kong, mainland Chinese stocks
American investors bought US$15 billion of Hong Kong and mainland stocks in 2025, as buying picked up steam through the year.
24 Feb 2026 - 5:00PM
Banking & finance
Standard Chartered’s 2025 profit jumps 16% buoyed by wealth management growth
The London-based bank’s underlying pre-tax profit stood at US$7.9 billion last year, versus a gain of US$6.8 billion in 2024.
24 Feb 2026 - 6:58PM
Standard Chartered Bank is one of Hong Kong’s three note-issuing banks. Photo: Nathan Tsui
Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks retreat on AI worries, China markets rally in Year of the Horse
Tech heavyweights drag Hong Kong stocks lower as investors fret over AI disruption following Wall Street’s decline.
24 Feb 2026 - 4:59PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s EV insurers move towards profitability on higher premiums, AI adoption
Chinese insurers are turning to AI as the technology cuts labour costs and enhances pricing accuracy.
23 Feb 2026 - 10:30AM
Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks gain by most in nearly a month on China export optimism
‘China and Hong Kong are the biggest beneficiaries’ of US court decision on tariffs, Goldman Sachs strategists and economists say.
23 Feb 2026 - 4:47PM
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