Hong Kong venture capital fund aims to boost startups The University of Hong Kong and Gobi Partners want to transform financing for tech startups in the Special Administrative Region. September 15, 2026
Ares bolsters Asia lending arm in Hong Kong James Garforth joins the asset manager as principal, Asia direct lending, from BGH Capital. September 15, 2026
Shenzhen issues Hong Kong and Macau bonds in sustainability push As GBA ties grow, Shenzhen's government has issued Rmb4bn of bonds in Hong Kong, and Rmb1bn via a Macau sustainable bond. September 11, 2026
Oman's Sohar International opens Hong Kong office Oman's second largest bank is looking to connect Middle East capital with mainland China and the rest of Asia. September 11, 2026
State Street appoints Tim Helyar as Apac head Helyar has relocated to Hong Kong from Sydney to succeed Lochiel Crafter. September 09, 2026
Jollibee’s HKEX listing plan boosts Hong Kong's appeal to SEA issuers The Philippine restaurant group plans to spin-off its overseas operations, as more Southeast Asian issuers eye Hong Kong, despite strict requirements. September 08, 2026
CBRE makes two Asia promotions Jonathan Chau becomes MD, capital markets, Asia (ex-Japan), and Reeves Yan is named head of Hong Kong capital markets. September 01, 2026
Crédit Agricole CIB names Apac senior regional officer Nicolas Vix, senior country officer for China, replaces Jean-François Deroche in Hong Kong. September 01, 2026
Hong Kong selects pilots for agentic AI sandbox Several financial institutions and tech partners will test three dozen use cases spanning risk management, fraud prevention and customer experience. August 28, 2026
Shein opens order book for HKEX listing The Chinese online fashion giant, which is targeting a $27bn valuation, has a presence in 160 countries. August 24, 2026