Capital Markets

HKEX launches its first A-share futures contract for global investors; Goldman Sachs approved to take full control of securities business; and Wealth Connect kicks off with 19 eligible banks

E-commerce orders are exempted from stamp tax

LinkedIn announces "sunset" of its Chinese platform; Weak Q3 GDP signals a challenging road to economic recovery; Additional capital and leverage ratio requirements for 19 Domestic Systematically Important Banks

Southbound trading launched for Bond Connect between mainland China and Hong Kong

From antitrust to securities laws, being the general counsel of a major real estate brokerage platform requires a generalist skillset

PBOC reaffirms nationwide ban on cryptocurrencies and related transactions; President Xi announces pause on coal-fired projects abroad; and PCAOB adopts final rule to implement US delisting regime

The HKEX has published a consultation paper to introduce its SPAC listing regime; US-China bilateral tech investment plummets 96%; and MIIT calls on telecoms and auto companies to strengthen data protection policies.

GBA Wealth Management Connect launched; minister calls for consolidation of Chinese EV manufacturers; and China-Indonesia local currency settlement agreement implemented

Beijing stock exchange hosting innovative SMEs announced; BNP Paribas in talks to launch majority-owned wealth management venture; and Hainan to trial cross-border asset management operations