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Wu Qing, chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, speaks at a press conference during the Fourth Session of the National People’s Congress in Beijing on March 6, 2026. Photo: EPA
China stock market

China’s market regulator vows more oversight to shore up confidence

Crackdown on fraud, stronger governance, higher dividends and more buy-backs will enhance appeal of Chinese assets, CSRC chief Wu Qing says.

Two Sessions 2026

China to pursue commercial health insurance to ease strain, support innovation

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks record steepest weekly slump in 4 months on US-Iran war

Two Sessions 2026

Lean harder into Hong Kong-mainland China market ties: ‘two sessions’ delegates

Higher integration would raise resilience of the mainland financial system while supporting yuan internationalisation, CPPCC members say.

Glass reflects an electronic board showing Shanghai stock indices and people walking on a pedestrian bridge in the Lujiazui financial district of Shanghai on March 2, 2026. Photo: Reuters
Glass reflects an electronic board showing Shanghai stock indices and people walking on a pedestrian bridge in the Lujiazui financial district of Shanghai on March 2, 2026. Photo: Reuters
Insilico

Insilico Medicine advances Middle East push with UAE AI drug discovery deal

Hong Kong-listed biotech firm’s shares jump after announcing partnership to use AI tools in drug discovery in the United Arab Emirates.

Two Sessions 2026

China and Hong Kong should relax biotech listing rules, venture capitalist says

Foreign investors are returning to China’s healthcare sector, but IPO bottlenecks and takeover rules could deter deals, VC Nisa Leung says.

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Millionaires and billionaires

China reclaims title as world’s billionaire capital: Hurun Rich List

Global billionaire population hits record, led by Elon Musk, as China adds 287 names and AI emerges as a top wealth generator.

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Cargo ships sail through Shanghai on January 13, 2026. Photo: EPA
Cargo ships sail through Shanghai on January 13, 2026. Photo: EPA
Hong Kong property

Global investors revisit Hong Kong property stocks as housing recovery picks up

Stronger home sales and expectations of double-digit price gains have revived investor interest in Hong Kong’s property sector.

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks rebound with Asian peers as “two sessions” opens in China

South Korea’s Kospi leads Asia-Pacific gains, jumping nearly 10 per cent to recover nearly all of its record 12 per cent drop.

Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)

More Hongkongers leave money in MPF pension plan amid market rally

Withdrawals by people leaving the city or retiring dropped last quarter, indicating expectations of greater gains, analysts say.

People walk through Central during the lunch hour on January 30, 2026. Photo: Karma Lo
Made in China 2025

China biotech outlicensing tops US$52 billion in first 2 months

The latest deals are Sino Biopharmaceutical’s partnership with France’s Sanofi and Antengene’s agreement with Belgium’s UCB.

The logo of Sino Biopharmaceutical is seen on a building in Beijing, April 22, 2021. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
The logo of Sino Biopharmaceutical is seen on a building in Beijing, April 22, 2021. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
Technology

Asian tech stocks reel as US-Iran war threatens infrastructure and supply chains

South Korea’s Kospi is the worst-hit in Asia, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix falling 11.7 per cent and 9.6 per cent, respectively.

Hong Kong stock market

Oil surge stokes inflation fears as Middle East flashpoint rattles markets

Rising oil prices are shaking global markets as investors rethink rate-cut bets and brace for slower growth and renewed inflation.

Hong Kong stock market

Surging oil prices drive Hong Kong stocks to 3-month low on inflation jitters

Brent crude gains 1.3 per cent to US$82.46, while Nymex futures rise 1.1 per cent to US$75.36.

Rising oil prices due to the US-Iran war risks stoking inflation globally. Photo: Reuters
Two Sessions 2026

Healthcare investors looking to ‘two sessions’ for clarity on drug pricing

Healthcare and insurance sectors will see policy fine-tuning, ‘moral support’ rather than ‘groundbreaking news’ from Beijing, analysts say.

Staff members dispense medicines at a pharmacy in Wuhan, in central China’s Hubei province, on February 27, 2020. Photo: Xinhua
Staff members dispense medicines at a pharmacy in Wuhan, in central China’s Hubei province, on February 27, 2020. Photo: Xinhua
Taiwan

US investors now own 23% of Taiwan’s equity market amid AI boom

US investors currently hold about 23 per cent of the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s total market capitalisation.

IPO

HSBC chairman floats ‘IPO connect’ for Hong Kong, Shenzhen listings

Modelled on Stock Connect, the proposal would give investors in the Greater Bay Area cross-border access to new share listings.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

How AI ‘scare trade’ is sparking an M&A rush by traditional firms, start-ups

AI start-ups and legacy firms clash in capital markets, spurring M&A as the technology reshapes industries.

AI-related disruptions are projected to lead to more mergers and acquisitions, accelerating automation, especially in the software-as-a-service industry. Photo: Shutterstock
AI-related disruptions are projected to lead to more mergers and acquisitions, accelerating automation, especially in the software-as-a-service industry. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks slide for a second day as US-Iran war rattles sentiment

Risk-off sentiment is seen across major Asia-Pacific markets, with South Korea’s Kospi benchmark falling 7.2 per cent.

China stock market

Investors lock onto NPC as markets seek policy lift amid AI jitters

With Chinese stocks drifting and global markets spooked by artificial intelligence fears, traders are eyeing the ‘two sessions’ for catalysts.

Artificial intelligence

Hong Kong-listed AI firm MiniMax’s revenue jumps 159% on strong demand

Shanghai-based company predicts revenue will double this year, based on strong user growth for its M2.5 model.

MiniMax looks to capitalise on exploding interest in agentic AI products this year. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s new cash-for-residency scheme draws US$12 billion in first 2 years

Number of applicants surges in second year, with most of the deployed capital going into authorised funds, equities and debt securities.

More than 1,700 investors have completed their commitments and received formal approval from the Immigration Department. Photo: Jelly Tse
More than 1,700 investors have completed their commitments and received formal approval from the Immigration Department. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong stock market

Sell-offs sweep Hong Kong and Asian markets as gold, oil rise on Iran war

Crude oil jumps as much as 14 per cent to the highest level since January 2025, while gold gains 2.5 per cent on haven demand.

Banking & finance

HSBC signals intent to join Hong Kong’s stablecoin regime amid digital hub push

Georges Elhedery declined to confirm whether HSBC applied for stablecoin licence but indicated that discussions with regulator were ongoing.

Retailing

Warm winter no match: China’s sportswear sector posts surprise growth

Policy support, Chinese New Year demand and Winter Olympics exposure lift China’s sportswear makers, with Li Ning and Anta leading gains.

Anta has provided professional gear for 13 Chinese national teams during February’s Winter Olympics, including for freestyle skier Eileen Gu. Photo: AP
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