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China’s domestic competition, weak demand, to spur overseas investments

China’s domestic competition, weak demand, to spur overseas investments

Chinese overseas investments, including in emerging markets, should boost the domestic economy; meanwhile, US president Donald Trump and China have extended a ‘tariff truce’ until November 10.

ZTE Corporation issues $498m zero-coupon convertible bonds

ZTE Corporation issues $498m zero-coupon convertible bonds

The Chinese telecom group's zero coupon, five-year, convertible bonds are listed on the HKEX and are convertible into fully paid H shares; the issuance follows recent ones from the likes of Henderson Land.

HKEX makes reforms as IPO momentum continues

HKEX makes reforms as IPO momentum continues

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has eased IPO public float requirements and has made reforms in the IPO price discovery process; it is also carrying out a further consultation; meanwhile, listings continue apace.

Australia's Fortescue agrees Rmb14bn syndicated loan

Australia's Fortescue agrees Rmb14bn syndicated loan

The Australian iron ore giant is looking to decarbonise from proceeds raised by the transaction; the landmark deal comes as the US steps back from green investing.

Blackstone makes $3.5bn offer for Japan's TechnoPro

Blackstone makes $3.5bn offer for Japan's TechnoPro

If the bid for the listed IT services provider is successful, it will be Blackstone's largest deal in Japan.

Citi hires head of prime finance for Japan, Asia North, Australia and Asia South

Citi hires head of prime finance for Japan, Asia North, Australia and Asia South

Jig Patel has previously helped build out Goldman Sachs' Asia prime business; the bank is looking to increase its prime headcount in the region by up to 10%.

FinanceAsia Awards 2025 Winner Spotlight

Lianhe Ratings: setting new standards for Chinese credit ratings at home and overseas

By Lianhe Ratings

WeLab Bank: taking digital banking to the next level in Hong Kong

By WeLab Bank

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Interview: C Capital's CEO Ben Cheng on China's new private equity wave

Interview: C Capital's CEO Ben Cheng on China's new private equity wave

An ambitious wave of Chinese entrepreneurs is changing the definition of Chinese private equity investment, as the market looks for a revival after a slow few years; Cheng sees opportunities across product personalisation, robotics and different geographies.

IIX adds $60mn issuance to its Women’s Livelihood Bond series

IIX adds $60mn issuance to its Women’s Livelihood Bond series

The seventh issuance, listed on SGX, aims to continue leveraging blended finance to develop gender-lens investments across Asia; a second tranche in the pipeline could make it the largest in the WLB series.

FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025: entries are now open

The FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025 are now open for entries; they will celebrate the best deals and firms across Asia Pacific and the Middle East over the last 12 months.

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