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Opinion | How joining the RCEP will boost Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector

In September, Asean’s economic ministers issued a joint statement affirming their desire to accelerate the addition of four new members…

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Exclusive | Hong Kong market’s connector role not just for mainland China, Citic boss says

In the Capital Connectors series, exclusive interviews with six influential Chinese and global bankers reveal the opportunities and challenges for…

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‘Mixed bag’: how Japan’s PM-in-waiting may fuel growth, defence – and debt

With Sanae Takaichi poised to become Japan’s first female prime minister, economists warn her policies may have “mixed” results: expansionary…

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Hong Kong stocks fall as US shutdown dampens investor sentiment

Hong Kong stocks fell on Monday as the US government shutdown hit investor sentiment and spurred demand for haven assets…

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As China’s population falls, 300,000-strong robot army keeps factories humming

China’s factories welcomed 295,000 newly installed industrial robots last year, easing fears the nation’s manufacturing juggernaut could falter after the…

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Macroscope | Why the cost of buying economic growth is destined to rise

It is tempting to think that the global economy has become immune to shocks despite multiple ongoing physical conflicts, trade…

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Blackstone hits US$10 billion goal on Asia buyout fund amid PE chill

Blackstone hit a US$10 billion target for its latest Asia buyout fund as investors bet an entrenched India presence and…

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Hong Kong stock rally takes a pause as investors gather profits

Hong Kong stocks fell on Friday as investors took profits, especially in high-flying sectors, pausing a recent rally. The Hang…

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Alibaba leads tech-driven jump in Hong Kong stocks as AI enthusiasm continues

Hong Kong stocks jumped on Thursday after a one-day break, led by technology giants including Alibaba Group Holding, as investors…

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Global dividends hit record US$1.14 trillion in first half as Japan leads growth

Global dividend payouts hit a record high in the first half of the year, driven by a weak US dollar…

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