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Biotech firms switch listings from Nasdaq to HKEX

Biotech firms switch listings from Nasdaq to HKEX

Hong Kong-listed biotech firms are outperforming as Trump’s policies cause firms to change course from their traditional US destination, with more HKEX listings expected in the second half of 2025; experts shared their views at BIOHK.

PTT Global Chemical issues SEA’s largest perpetual notes

PTT Global Chemical issues SEA’s largest perpetual notes

Consisting of two tranches, the notes are the first US dollar-denominated subordinated perpetual notes from the Thai issuer.

P&C insurers brace for claims from Super Typhoon Ragasa

P&C insurers brace for claims from Super Typhoon Ragasa

The strongest storm of 2025 is causing widespread disruption in the region across Hong Kong, Taiwan, the Philippines, mainland China, Macau and Vietnam.

Barclays hires Neel Laungani as Apac head of financial sponsors

Barclays hires Neel Laungani as Apac head of financial sponsors

Hong Kong-based Laungani was most recently Apac managing director and head of financial sponsors coverage at Credit Suisse.

China Pacific Insurance completes HK$15.56bn convertible bond offering

China Pacific Insurance completes HK$15.56bn convertible bond offering

The record transaction from the Chinese insurance giant shows strong investor demand for hybrid equity instruments; the proceeds will be used for AI and international expansion.

HKEX signs MoU with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange

HKEX signs MoU with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange

As ties build between Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi, the two exchanges are exploring joint initiatives in market promotion, ETFs, ESG-related products, cross-listings and "other areas of mutual interest".

FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025: deadline extended

Entry deadline for the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025 is now extended to September 26, 2025; the awards will celebrate the best deals and firms across Asia Pacific and the Middle East over the last 12 months.

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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Dim sum bond issuance builds momentum towards ‘record year’

Dim sum bond issuance builds momentum towards ‘record year’

Corporate issuances are increasing in the offshore Renminbi bond market, despite challenges around rates, liquidity and diversification; Hong Kong is poised to benefit.

Trump’s policies set to accelerate Rmb’s global rise: analysts

Trump’s policies set to accelerate Rmb’s global rise: analysts

In the long run, as China’s currency is increasingly used abroad, it will be one of the few leading global currencies, however US strength will maintain the supremacy of the US dollar, according to analysts at a Sino-German roundtable.

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