deal analysis

Deal Analysis: Lightelligence’s HK$2.5bn IPO on HKEX

The Shanghai-based photonic computing company's blockbuster debut in H1 underscores investor appetite for AI infrastructure while testing both HKEX's Chapter 18C regime and Hong Kong's IPO revival. Ryan Cheng spoke to senior market participants about the deal.

July 20, 2026

Deal Analysis: Syfe's acquisition of Australia's Selfwealth

Samantha Horton, group chief operating officer and head of international at Syfe, explained to FA some of the mechanics, challenges and attractions of the 2025 deal for the listed firm, and also future regional expansion plans.

December 16, 2025

Deal Analysis: XtalPi’s (QuantumPharm) $126.7m IPO on HKEX

FA recently asked experts on their experience working on the first listing under HKEX’s newly introduced Chapter 18C for tech firms in the new economy.

June 25, 2024