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Microsoft

Trump sells tens of millions in AI, tech shares, led by Microsoft

US president made over 1,100 trades in July, selling up to US$31 million of Microsoft and US$26 million of Amazon, disclosures show.

Yuan

Hong Kong aims to add yuan trading counter to southbound Stock Connect by July 1

Banking & finance

Hong Kong maps out gold, bond and liquidity push to deepen offshore yuan use

Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese EV battery giant CATL starts trial production in Hungary

Analyst says development could see it secure massive orders from global marques such as BMW and Volkswagen.

The CATL exhibition hall. as this month’s World Power Battery Conference in Yibin, Sichuan province. Photo: Xinhua
The CATL exhibition hall. as this month’s World Power Battery Conference in Yibin, Sichuan province. Photo: Xinhua
China stock market

AI trade rallies on falling oil and Meta’s Muse agent ahead of Xi-Trump meeting

Nasdaq-100 hits record high while chip stocks in China and South Korea rebound, with investors betting that AI earnings can weather higher interest rates.

IPO

Chinese robot-sensor maker launches Hong Kong IPO amid US vacuum ban

Camsense Technologies aims to raise about US$87 million in a Hong Kong listing backed by carmaker BYD.

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China technology

Are clinical trials about to become a new front in the US-China biotech race?

China’s ability to conduct clinical trials quickly and cheaply has given it an edge in the biotech sector – and the US is growing concerned.

A sign for the Food And Drug Administration outside its headquarters in Maryland. Photo: Getty Images
A sign for the Food And Drug Administration outside its headquarters in Maryland. Photo: Getty Images
China stock market

BofA warns of uneven risks in China’s expanding AI stock universe

The nation’s tech firms are catching up with overseas rivals while a wave of high-profile listings has broadened investment opportunities.

Banking & finance

Some family offices eyeing Chinese investments as US-China tensions ease: report

European, Middle Eastern and African family offices are increasing their exposure to China as they diversify their portfolios, report finds.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong regulators to unveil next steps in new offshore yuan push

HKMA, SFC officials expected to outline new measures to deepen yuan usage and cross-border market links following meetings in Beijing.

The exchanges between policymakers and regulators are expected to pave the way for additional measures aimed at strengthening Hong Kong’s role as an offshore yuan trading centre, according to analysts. Photo: Shutterstock
United States

China grants BlackRock QDII status in US$149b cross-border market

The qualification allows firms to raise funds in China and deploy them in overseas asset portfolios.

BlackRock must complete preparatory work within six months and pass an on-site inspection before beginning business under the qualification. Photo: Shutterstock
BlackRock must complete preparatory work within six months and pass an on-site inspection before beginning business under the qualification. Photo: Shutterstock
IPO

Mainland Chinese optical tech firm gains in debut amid Hong Kong spin-off wave

Ligent’s steady market debut comes as Hong Kong moves to streamline spin-off requirements.

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks eye fresh inflows from mainland China’s insurers

Volume spike in exchange-traded funds seen as evidence insurers are taking advantage of recent regulator approval to diversify their assets.

Wealth management

Can Hong Kong win the race to manage Asia’s next generation of wealth?

City courts next-generation wealth as family businesses reinvent themselves and deploy capital into new sectors and markets.

Undersecretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Joseph Chan. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong stock market

‘High tide’ of China biotech deals seen as US curb fears fade: analysts

Stocks jump on reports Washington will allow most licensing deals under ‘substantially softer stance’ than had been feared, analysts say.

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Employees work at a Fosun Pharmaceuticals facility in Shanghai. Photo: Handout
Employees work at a Fosun Pharmaceuticals facility in Shanghai. Photo: Handout
CATL

Despite stock stress, CATL set to retain EV battery dominance in China: analysts

CATL’s tech edge and brand safeguard its EV battery lead, though carmakers are seeking alternative suppliers.

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IPO

4 mainland Chinese firms jump into cooling Hong Kong IPO market

Led by RoboTechnik and Kinwong Electronic, quartet aims to raise up to US$1.8 billion in total, but most debuts this month have declined.

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China stock market

China’s stamp duty on stock sales spikes over 80% as AI frenzy drives trading

Average daily trading values on mainland China’s stock markets rose 72 per cent in first eight months of the year.

The Ministry of Finance headquarters in Beijing. Photo: Reuters
The Ministry of Finance headquarters in Beijing. Photo: Reuters
World Gold Council

As China’s consumption of gold jewellery slumps 34%, sellers pivot abroad: WGC

Domestic gold jewellers are seeking to leverage advanced crafting techniques as market sees turbulence, says World Gold Council executive.

IPO

Mainland China’s stock exchanges mount charm offensive amid Hong Kong IPO boom

Domestic bourses are lobbying mainland firms to reconsider Hong Kong listing plans, sources say.

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Hong Kong property

How the new Huanggang Port is sparking a cross-border property boom

The new port is expected to dramatically speed up crossings between Shenzhen and Hong Kong, making cross-border living more convenient.

The vast Joint Inspection Building at the new Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, which is expected to speed up border crossing times. Photo: Edmond So
China property

Will incentives give China’s housing market more than a short-lived rebound?

Sales of new units in cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen have risen following central government moves designed to revive buyer confidence.

Blocks of high-rise flats in Shanghai. Photo: JPix/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Blocks of high-rise flats in Shanghai. Photo: JPix/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Banking & finance

From US Fed rates to China’s global export share: 4 figures shaping markets

The US central bank raised rates for first time since 2023, Hong Kong followed and Goldman Sachs projects a sharp rise in Chinese firms’ global export share.

Bonds

How will Japan’s rate increase affect capital flow in global financial markets?

Tokyo’s bond yields are seeing multi-decade highs as Bank of Japan boosts borrowing cost to three-decade high.

Banking & finance

How will Hong Kong’s new 5-year plan court global capital?

Expanded investment products and stronger mainland-market links aim to deepen Hong Kong’s wealth-management edge and lure more international investors.

While much of the world’s gold trading still clears through London, Hong Kong is building a regional alternative. Photo: Dickson Lee
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