Evergrande accounts for just 0.05 percent of local banking assets. Trading in the company's shares was suspended on Monday ahead of a major announcement.
October 5, 2021Hong Kong's SPAC framework will reportedly be issued for public consultation this month, proposing that only professional investors be allowed to participate.
September 13, 2021A business advisory from four US government agencies says US firms should be aware of the risks they face if they continue operating in Hong Kong.
July 18, 2021The IMF recommends enhancing monitoring of lending to Mainland China, increasing oversight over banking groups, and regulating mortgage lending by non-banks.
June 10, 2021OFCs and REITs that set up in Hong Kong can secure funding to cover 70% of eligible expenses paid to Hong Kong-based service providers.
May 10, 2021Onshore and offshore sponsors of insurance-linked securities are eligible for the grant scheme, capped at HK$12mn per issuance.
May 8, 2021HKEX is preparing to consult the market by end-June at the earliest. However, market participants believe the odds are low that SPACs will be allowed in Hong Kong.
May 7, 2021The scheme provides a supplementary financing option for individuals suffering income loss resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.
April 28, 2021The relevant regulations will reportedly be issued in May, with a view to launching the southbound bond trading link on 2 July.
April 28, 2021The rules are expected to include conditions for sponsors or SPACs. Acquisition targets will have to meet the existing standards for IPOs.
March 30, 2021