From financial knowledge to government support, players in Thailand and Taiwan are finding new ways to channel capital into LGBTQ+-focussed businesses across Asia.

Minority owner Partners Group said the IPO proceeds will be used to further grow the Hangzhou-headquartered restaurant's 493 outlets and establish a centralised food processing facility; Clifford Chance, Citi and CMB International Capital were involved in the deal.

FA reveals the market winners of Asia's Best Companies Poll 2025.

Bubble tea maker Mixue has joined the market as it bounces back with a flurry of listing activity expected this year, with mainland Chinese investors increasing use of the Stock Connect; Middle East firms could also seek listings, although other foreign firms could be harder to attract.

The rationale behind all the winners for the best capital market deals across Asia Pacific.

The deal includes an agreement to buy Banner Life, enter a partnership in the US pension risk transfer business, and an intention to take a 5% shareholding in Legal & General Group.

Read on to find out the winners of our Deal Awards – Asia Pacific.

The Chinese vehicle chip firm made its debut on the HKEX amid market instability, and saw a slump in its share price.

After surpassing a shareholder threshold for an offer from chairman Reinold Geiger, L’Occitane International will apply to suspend dealings in the shares from August 7.

Bosera International, Harvest Global Investments and China Asset Management have launched ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.