Issue: February 09, 2012   (Archive)
Wednesday, June 19, 2013   

IPOs line up to tap billions
Several multi-billion-dollar flotations are in the works for the next few months.



Europe woes lift allure of risk assets
While the Greeks and their creditors are haggling over a deal to save themselves from a possible default, risk assets have continued to attract buyers, pushing down the US dollar against leading currencies.

SOHO China plots course for land-buying spree
SOHO China (0410), the capital's largest property developer, said it aims to acquire more land at cheaper prices this year.

Solomon Systech drawn to consumer electronics
Solomon Systech (International) (2878), aims to grab a slice of the smart consumer electronics products pie this year through moving on new products.

HSBC builds London yuan role
HSBC Holdings (0005) has appointed a top executive to spearhead its efforts to be the leader in offshore yuan transactions in Europe.

Brace for stiff wage hikes, HK factory owners urged
Hong Kong manufacturers running labor-intensive operations in the mainland face further wage hikes.

Banks bag breathing space on capital rules
Mainland banks may get more breathing room to move toward higher capital adequacy ratio requirements under Basel III recommendations.

Insurers face curbs on property outlays
Mainland insurers will face restrictions on property investments under a new regulatory requirement.



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