Markets & Investing

Lombard Odier appoints Pranay Gupta as CIO for Asia

Mr. Gupta has over 20 years of experience in investment management and research.

Hong Kong is top IPO destination for 3 consecutive years

IPO market continues to be promising in 2012 as HK$230bn total funds raised through IPOs in Hong Kong is expected this year.

3 S’s for business sustainability

Hong Kong, like other well-developed countries and cities, needs to work hard on “sustainable development” to create a better balance between the...

Hang Seng loses a fifth of its value; prospects bleak

After losing a fifth of its value in 2011, the Hang Seng Index staggered into 2012 facing the stark reality of even more crippling losses.

Payback time: MF Global Hong Kong to return client money

A court has so far approved the return of HK$500 million.

Hong Kong IPO earnings drop 81% in the fourth quarter

They have raised only $5.6 billion, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.

China to rule over IPO pipeline by 2025

80% of executives expect listing on Chinese exchanges to raise most capital.

Hong Kong seen as a global mining companies listing hub

The HKSE has attracted several large high profile mining company listings over the last few years.

Guangdong Investment buys 40% equity interest in 3 commercial properties in Guangzhou

The company collaborates with Guangdong Holdings to invest in and develop commercial property projects to further consolidate leading position in...

Chow Tai Fook offers 1.05 billion shares in Hong Kong

The luxury retailer aims to raise HK$22b in the initial public offering.

MF Global HK slapped with restriction notice

The notice is issued under sections 204, 205 and 206 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance - but what does it entail?

Jeweler Chow Tai Fook to list largest IPO this year

This US$3.5b IPO will be Asia's second largest IPO after Hutchison port.

Prada to buy 19.6% in Sitoy IPO

Prada, which raised over $2b in its Hong Kong IPO, will be a cornerstone investor in the local handbag maker’s offering.

HKEx profit up 1% to $1.24b

Chief Executive Charles Li said attracting international companies to list in Hong Kong continues to be one of their key strategic goals.