China intent on ‘proactive’ reforms after tough 2024

Slowing loans, M&A and ECM hit banks' fees last year. Technology, exports and bonds are bright spots, while Hong Kong is increasingly being seen as a place to raise foreign capital. PBOC's governor Pan Gongsheng wants a proactive policy approach.

Zhuhai Huafa issues first corporate digital bond in Hong Kong, Macau

The state-backed conglomerate's move should pave the way for future corporate issuances in 2025, which could make use of the HKMA’s grant scheme.

Hong Kong's Cornerstone Robotics raises $70m in Series C funding

The investment in the surgical robotics firm was led by EQT and included Hong Kong's Innovation and Technology Venture Fund.

Indonesia's Pertamina NRE snaps up 20% of Philippines' Citicore Renewable Energy

The Philippines is one of the fastest growing markets for renewable energy investment and the $115m of proceeds will be used towards hydro, wind and solar projects in the country.

Hong Kong's Airport Authority succeeds in $7bn bond offering

The record issuance in US dollars, Hong Kong dollars and CNH, includes several 30-year tranches.

PBOC to issue record Rmb60bn of bills in Hong Kong

The offshore tender of six-month bills will be launched on January 15 via the HKMA's Central Moneymarkets Unit and comes with the currency under pressure.

Morrison Foerster rehires Scott Jalowayski and appoints HK partner

The Singapore-based private equity and M&A expert joins the law firm from Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, while Xiaoxi Lin joins from Linklaters in Hong Kong.

FinanceAsia Awards 2025 -- open now

Entries are now open for the 29th edition of the FinanceAsia Awards which celebrate the best banks, brokers, consultants, rating agencies, law firms and other financial institutions across the region.

Bank of China leads cross-border debt financing business

By Bank of China (Hong Kong)

Using index strategies to tackle a new macro regime

By FTSE Russell, an LSEG business

BRI’s recent award triumphs point to its focus on becoming a champion of financial inclusion

By Bank Rakyat Indonesia

Hong Kong seeks 2025 momentum as headwinds abound

Hong Kong’s mounting fiscal pressures and the need for foreign investment inflows are forcing the city to confront economic realities. Chinese IPOs, tourism and events, are some of the bright spots for the city.

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FinanceAsia's annual poll celebrates Asia's best companies which are voted for by our readers.

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