Is the SFC punching hard enough to clamp down on market misconduct?
Hong Kong’s securities regulator has reportedly stepped up its use of criminal proceedings to deter market misconduct in years By A. Au Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)…
‘Perfect Storm’ of factors fuels rise in smartphone recycling
Government initiatives and industry focus on environmental responsibility and standardization are boosting used smartphone sales, even as new product sales flatten By Kerry Xuefeng Chen A confluence of factors…
China’s moderately expansive fiscal stance boosts economic recovery
CCB International expects Beijing’s moderately expansionary fiscal stance and continued monetary policy accommodation to support China’s economic recovery in the short-term By CCB International This year’s Government Work Report…
How investors should read a listed company’s annual report
Annual reports can help to better understand a company’s financial position, with special attention necessary to any unusual findings in the auditor’s report By Ricky Lai It’s peak reporting…
CRRC to benefit from growing demand for railway rolling stock
With policy support, railway rolling stock is expected to be replaced and upgraded at an accelerating pace, boosting revenue for railway equipment makers By KGI Asia Chinese Premier Li…
Fighting money laundering is vital for good corporate governance
Reporting suspicious transactions won’t be considered a breach of confidentiality, nor will one be sued or found liable for breach of privacy By Ricky Lai Hong Kong is an…
The dilemma of the China-shedding strategy
Global investment giants face a risky balancing act as they create separate Asian operations to clearly delineate their China exposure from the rest of Asia By Ivy Yang Following…