Dalian Wanda shareholders approve take-private

Will Dalian Wanda start a new delisting trend?

The Chinese conglomerate's bid to de-list its commercial properties arm in Hong Kong may not be the last time a mainland company quits the territory's stock exchange.

May 31, 2016

Wanda offers $4.4 billion to take property unit private

China's richest man, Wang Jianlin, attempts to take his trophy assets private in Hong Kong as he plots a Shanghai IPO that could fetch a far higher valuation.

May 30, 2016

What if…Wanda bought Aston Villa?

China’s interest in becoming a football power is growing, as is the wealth of its tycoons. Struggling UK football club Aston Villa might be a sound investment.

April 13, 2016

R&F, CC Land scoop London site as Wanda retreats

Two Hong Kong-listed Chinese developers take on $606 million deal originally struck by Wanda – before Wang Jianlin's empire hit turbulence.

August 22, 2017

Why Jack Ma, Wang Jianlin went from foes to allies

Differences over retail tore them apart. Now, in a twist straight out of the movies, a deal for Wanda's film business is making them partners.

February 06, 2018

Legendary purchase underlines Wanda's global aims

Dalian Wanda continued its diversification into the international entertainment business with the $3.5 billion acquisition of US film studio Legendary Entertainment.

January 12, 2016