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HSBC appoints William Chan as investment head for global insurance
He leads a team of investment specialists in Hong Kong.
HSBC appoints William Chan as investment head for global insurance
He leads a team of investment specialists in Hong Kong.
ESR Group privatisation bid gains Qatar sovereign wealth fund’s backing
The wealth fund’s owned company holds 127.3 million shares in the ESR Group.
HSBC expands Premier offering with health protection, future planner tool
The tool will provide recommendations and access to a relationship manager.
GIC divests 50% of Westfield Whitford City to JY Group for A$195m
The acquisition marks JY Group's first joint venture with Scentre Group.
Tan Chong posts HK$35.9m loss in H1 2024 as automotive sales drop sharply
It reversed its HK$126.9m net profit in H1 2023.
AIA’s net profit surges 47.2% YoY in H1 2024
EPS stood at $0.30.
Regulatory vigilance, market strategy: SW Hong Kong’s Andy Wong talks keys to success in Hong Kong, Mainland China
Wong also shared his expertise on fostering successful collaborations and capitalising on emerging opportunities in sectors like fintech and sustainable energy.
Manulife Asia’s profit quadruples, Hong Kong segment doubles core earnings
The group’s NBV margin improved by 3.4 percentage points.
Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME set for September 2024
Returning to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME will showcase a diverse range of premium timepieces and innovative technology.
Restoring memories: Breakthroughs in treating dementia
Latest discoveries revealed at 4th Asia Summit on Global Health give patients hope.
Singapore and Hong Kong team up to combat telecom scams
The parties will collaborate on three areas.
iFast launches $300m debt programme
OCBC will act as the programme’s sole arranger and dealer.
Singapore assets boost Link REIT FY24 NPI by 9.5% YoY
Despite improved NPI, the REIT’s full-year DPU fell to HK$2.6265 (S$0.45).
Insurance incentives sweeten EV deal for consumers
Tax incentives and the introduction of charging stations are boosting the EV market.
OneChain, LEAFIoT join forces to protect urban trees, preserve the environment
The collaboration enhances data integrity, authenticity, transparency, and traceability in tree monitoring and management.
Prudential sees 11% YoY rise in Q1'24 new business profit
APE sales increased by 7% YoY to $1.6b.
Indosat records stellar growth in Q1 2024 and strengthens collaborations to empower Indonesia with AI
Under the leadership of CEO Vikram Sinha, Indosat has transformed into one of Indonesia's leading telecommunications firms.
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Ginza-style commercial building in neighbourhood areas attracts local consumption