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‘Gradual’ IPO market recovery seen in second half: PwC
‘Gradual’ IPO market recovery seen in second half: PwC
IPO fundraising continued to be slow in the first half of the year.
New bill slashes transaction costs for Hong Kong market makers
The government gazetted a bill waiving stamp duty payable on certain transactions relating to dual-counter stock.
HKEX expands listing rules for Specialist Tech Companies
Changes in the listing will take effect on 31 March.
Expansion of eligible shares under Stock Connect takes effect 13 March
Eligible stocks for Southbound trading are available on SSE and SZSE’s websites.
HKEX unveils plans of opening London office
The new office will expand the bourse’s international reach.
HKEX to launch 3 new stock option classes
The new option classes will be available on 6 March.
Hang Seng Indexes launches Hydrogen Energy Index
It will track companies involved in the production of hydrogen, amongst others.
Gov't to launch tax consultation in March
The gov't plans to enhance the tax certainty of onshore gains.
Hong Kong is world’s second most expensive location globally: study
New York City takes the top spot as rents soar, whilst Hong Kong’s property demand fell.
HK’s share of Asian IPO at a slump: report
IPOs declined the lowest in more than two decades.
Haidilao eyes spin-off and listing of overseas unit in HKEX
The hotpot company will be listing the spin-off by way of introduction.
ETF trading under Stock Connect kicks off
There are over 130 EFTs listed in Hong Kong.
IPO market to regain momentum in H2 2022
For the whole year, PwC expects Hong Kong to raise between $180m to $200m.
After 25 years, has Hong Kong’s capital markets lost its sparkle?
Funds raised by IPOs in H122 are predicted to reach HK$17.1 b, a 92% decrease from 2021.
China’s finance ministry to issue RMB23b of sovereign bonds in HK
The bonds will be issued in four batches.
Talent crunch threatens Hong Kong’s financial sector as expats flee: report
Inconveniences in overseas travelling may reportedly turn away much-needed talent.
HKEX appoints Kerry Rooks as new Chief People Officer
She will begin her duty on 10 January.
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