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Following a dismal 2021 performance, Chinese equities have rallied so far this year, as investors begin moving into sectors that were previously untouchable due to an uncertain regulatory outlook.

Chinese New Year around the region saw IPO numbers drop off dramatically from January, with only 10 listings taking place throughout February.

Despite fewer initial public offerings in Asia ex-Japan last month, the largest eight offerings that are trading performed positively up to January 31.

Beijing has been busy this year, introducing and repealing a circuit breaker, and adding share selling restrictions. The approach puts Hong Kong in a good light.

AMP Capital Investors strategist Shane Oliver says the US recession is the biggest threat to Australia, but remains an unlikely scenario.

Placement raises a few eyebrows.

Nikko Asset Mgmt is launching the first China A-share equities fund for Japanese institutional and private clients.

Taiwan''s largest financial holding company by assets raises $495 million from GDR issue.

China Euro Securities Limited has completed its first A share IPO.