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".

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.

Bangladeshi businesses and economists are pressing the government to defer the graduation from the UN’s least developed country (LDC) status. They argue the government needs to consider the impacts on exports, tariffs, loans and patents.

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

Cornerstone investors in the tech firm's listing include Hillhouse Investment Management, Taikang Life Insurance and Grab; net proceeds were $514m and the firm's valuation climbed above $4.6bn on its September 16 debut.

The Singaporean Citi veteran has over three decades of experience at the US bank and replaces Tibor Pandi.

The Australian regulator has cited four proceedings at the bank spanning misconduct across ANZ's institutional and retail divisions, including over the management of a A$14bn government bond issue; ANZ, which is cutting 3,500 jobs, has admitted to "unconscionable conduct" and apologised.

David He, who has global experience across M&A, private equity and restructurings, joined from Gunderson Dettmer at the beginning of September.

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.