Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Law is cementing the financial hub’s digital ambitions, however pending US crypto laws are keeping regulatory competition tight as both chase the growing opportunity.

Banks are looking to overhaul risk frameworks as US tariff actions collide with Asia’s export dependence. Experts shared their views on how regulators are embedding geopolitical shocks into stress scenarios, while banks turn to tech and client engagement to prepare for strains likely to surface in 2026.

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit agreed with another court's verdict that most of the tariffs are illegal; however the tariffs, including 50% on many Indian goods, will stay in place until October 14 to allow an appeal to the Supreme Court.

Hanoi’s capital market initiatives are driving Vietnamese equities higher even as concerns over Asia’s trade outlook and erratic tariffs continue to overhang sentiment.

The aim of the stock purchase is to help boost advanced technology and semiconductor innovation in the US; Intel has been under the spotlight of the US administration in recent weeks.

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.

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.

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.

Chen shared her views on megatrends, AI, corporate governance, FX trading, wealth creation, payments and regional expansion, amid a volatile backdrop.