Markets
SME business sentiment falls in January
SME business sentiment falls in January
The current diffusion index on business receipts amongst SMEs dropped to 43.3.
HKMA warns of longer period of high HK dollar interbank rates
The central bank said it remains 'uncertain' when the US Fed will cut rates.
Mainland China, Hong Kong courts roll-out new civil, commercial arrangement
Judgements of civil and commercial matters made in one court will be recognized in both places.
Fewer businesses feel optimistic about 1Q24
Only 13% expect their business situation to be better.
HKEX, Xi’an gov’t ink cooperation agreement
Under the MoU, parties will support Xi’an-based companies seeking a listing in Hong Kong.
Hang Seng Bank appoints George Siu-Kay Leung as senior advisor
He was formerly the CEO of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce.
Hong Kong IPO market to stabilise in 2024: PwC
Hong Kong is predicted to yield over $100b of total funds raised in 2024.
HKCMP urges collective effort to improve the local capital market
The newly inaugurated association aims to serve as a bridge between market players and regulators.
HKEX to support Qingdao-based companies seeking listing in Hong Kong
The bourse will host seminars for Qingdao-based enterprises.
Office vacancy rates slightly improves in September
Office rents retreated by 1% MoM.
Citi settles first trades on HKEX Synapse
Synapse is a settlement acceleration platform.
Evergrande seeks to resume trading on HKEX
Trading of Evergrande's shares has been suspended since 28 September.
Evergrande halts trading after chairman falls under investigation
Hui Ka Yan is under investigation over suspected “illegal crimes.”
Alibaba to spin-off logistics arm via separate listing in HKEX
Post-spin-off, Alibaba will still hold more than 50% of the shareholdings in Cainiao.
OCBC joins HKEX’s OTC Clear
OTC Clear offers clearing services for USD/HKD and USD/CNH cross-currency swaps.
HK establishes stock market task force
Carlson Tong will lead the group.
HK to form task force to improve stock market liquidity
The Financial Secretary will lead the task force.
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