HKEX allows SET-listed firms to apply for secondary listings

As Hong Kong looks to integrate more with Asean's economies, Thailand joins Indonesia and Singapore as a Recognised Stock Exchange in the Special Administrative Region.

IWD: The importance of female sustainable finance leaders

Despite numerous challenges, which are growing under Trump’s second administration, sustainable finance might be an area where females are more likely to excel and take leadership roles, including in Asia; senior leaders gave FA their opinions.

Capital Group cites US productivity growth amid long-term optimism

Capital Group's Andy Budden, investment director, equities, and Manusha Samaraweera, investment director, fixed income, discussed US productivity growth, high tech valuations, rate cuts, the importance of multinationals, and more, in Singapore last month.

IWD: Why female sustainability investors can help drive returns in Apac

Studies have shown the positive correlation between having female investors or fund managers on team, and portfolio returns. Female finance leaders told FA that a diversity of experiences and skills are important in a fast-evolving sector.

Seven & i Holdings agrees sale of superstore business to Bain; will IPO US unit

The Japanese parent company of 7-Eleven, under bid from a Canadian rival, has said it will replace its chief executive officer, spin off its US business and has agreed to sell its superstore business to Bain Capital.

Citi appoints Rob Chan as head of Asia ECM Syndicate

Hong Kong-based Chan has been with the US bank since 2003 and is currently responsible for Apac equity-linked origination.

BlackRock consortium agrees $22.8bn ports deal with CK Hutchison

BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners and Terminal Investment will control the two ports in the Panama Canal; the deal includes ports in Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, but not in Hong Kong or mainland China. CK Hutchison's co-managing director Frank Sixt said the deal "is purely commercial in nature".

Minor International: steering a new path for sustainable finance in Thailand

By Minor International

Industrial Bank (HK branch): taking a leadership role within Asian structured finance

By Industrial Bank

Bank of China leads cross-border debt financing business

By Bank of China Limited

HKEX enjoys boost from mainland Chinese firms and investors

Bubble tea maker Mixue has joined the market as it bounces back with a flurry of listing activity expected this year, with mainland Chinese investors increasing use of the Stock Connect; Middle East firms could also seek listings, although other foreign firms could be harder to attract.

AI adoption speeds up Asia trading efficiency optimisation

Artificial intelligence is helping improve trading efficiency, however, a balance with cost efficiency is crucial for financial institutions to stay competitive.

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