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Mainland, Middle East may drive Hong Kong IPO market in 2025
Mainland, Middle East may drive Hong Kong IPO market in 2025
The city’s benchmark stock index is headed for its first annual gain since 2019.
Chinese officials focus on policies to attract more foreign investors
As part of the initiative, the government has lifted all restrictions on manufacturing sector access.
Thailand investment application soars to record high since 2015
This is the highest level recorded since 2015.
APAC companies gain $550b market capitalisation in Q3
This was driven by China’s fiscal stimulus.
Securitisation seen as key for Singapore developers to enhance returns
DBS said restructuring could increase valuations by at least 20%.
APAC’s EV infrastructure market to grow at 13.5% by 2029
Challenges include distribution and overabundance of chargers.
New debt rules may boost appeal of Singapore REITs
The higher debt and interest ratios would let them compete better with regional peers.
India leads APAC IPO activity: GlobalData
India recorded 227 IPO listings, translating to $12.2b.
China VC funding deals dips 12.6% YoY to $23.3b
It only recorded 1,761 VC funding deals.
APAC investors to increase bond allocations amidst growing optimism
They plan to allocate 28% to Asia excluding Japan in the next 12 months.
Philippine startups tied up in red tape struggle to take off
Tech ventures must obtain dozens of permits and wait weeks for approval.
APAC leads Q1 global development site investments
Four countries from Asia Pacific ranked among the top five global development site investments.
APAC outpaces U.S. and Europe in global real estate investment
Low interest rates, diverse assets fuel regional dominance.
Funding dips 42% for women-led startups in SEA
Fintech, consumer, and retail amongst top top-funded sectors with women-founded startups.
Experts point to Indonesia as a top market for SG brands seeking expansion
Local franchisors can “get a lot more for the same dollar” in Indonesia.
Singapore is amongst top global investment destinations: report
More than a quarter of global businesses look to Southeast Asia for expansion.
ThaiBev seeks to delist Oishi amidst restructuring of food business
The food and beverage firm said there has not been much trading volume for Oishi.
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