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‘Systemic leap’: China’s drug innovation push yields bumper crop
Home-grown therapies account for 80 per cent of approvals in first six months of the year.
20 Jul 2026 - 7:00PM
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China property
Ikea’s China remodelling: parent firm to sell 8 former retail sites
20 Jul 2026 - 3:27PM
China’s private sector
China to conclude Trip.com antitrust probes as soon as this week, sources say
20 Jul 2026 - 1:00PM
ETFs
What MPF’s 4.8m members could gain if rules are eased for Hong Kong-listed ETFs
Relaxing rules to widen ETF access will deliver stable returns at low cost while boosting local markets, chamber says.
20 Jul 2026 - 8:00AM
The MPFA is being urged to consider following the Australian pension model, which allows members to directly invest part of their pension money in assets of their choice and not just designated MPF funds. Photo: Jelly Tse
China’s private sector
To survive China’s cost-conscious market, global brands embrace AI and robots
From L’Oréal to Coca-Cola, major multinationals are embedding cutting-edge technologies into operations to compete with local rivals.
20 Jul 2026 - 7:00AM
China stock market
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Citic Capital’s Zhang Yichen on the ABCs of China’s markets: IPOs, M&As and AI
The CEO discusses China’s evolving capital markets and why multinationals are turning to local partners amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
20 Jul 2026 - 9:52AM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s property market outlook cools amid capital outflow crackdown
Secondary residential market faces uncertainty following a strong first half, as Beijing’s capital outflow crackdown cools sentiment.
19 Jul 2026 - 2:16PM
A pedestrian walks past a property agency in Quarry Bay as Hong Kong home prices rise for the 11th straight month on May 27, 2026. Photo: Karma Lo
Family offices
Wealthy European clients eye Hong Kong for family offices, says BNP Paribas
France’s largest bank reports a surge in two-way wealth flows through Hong Kong, as affluent mainland investors also leverage the city to acquire European assets.
19 Jul 2026 - 2:05PM
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong homebuyers snap up 138 Garden Regency flats in New Territories
Top developer clears all units in weekend launch after offering a maximum 16 per cent discount.
18 Jul 2026 - 7:30PM
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China consumption
Under pressure: China’s yoga apparel market slows as consumers diversify hobbies
Growth has slowed in the market for yoga workout gear as Chinese consumers pivot to other brands and activities.
18 Jul 2026 - 11:00AM
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s Xpeng plants a flag in Germany’s auto heartland with Mona L03 launch
The Chinese electric car brand debuted its new SUV at a splashy ceremony in Munich, as it announced its intention to ‘put down roots in Europe’.
18 Jul 2026 - 9:00AM
The Xpeng L03 is displayed at a launch event for the new SUV in Munich, Germany. Photo: Reuters
China airliners
Taking flight: Airbus secures a big order from Chinese airlines
Air China says it will purchase 15 widebody A350-900 jets, while subsidiary Shenzhen Airlines will buy 40 narrowbody A320neo aircraft.
17 Jul 2026 - 9:30PM
IPO
Shein clears Hong Kong IPO hurdle as valuation halves to below US$50b: sources
Regulatory headwinds, alongside prolonged IPO delays, have severely dented the unicorn’s valuation.
17 Jul 2026 - 5:31PM
Commodities
China’s resources deals turn gold mines into – gold mines
Chinese gold producers, after a buying spree for mines abroad, are cashing in as the metal’s price goes sky-high.
18 Jul 2026 - 4:21AM
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Banking & finance
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Citic Capital CEO on making China a financial powerhouse
Ex-Wall Streeter Zhang Yichen on attracting capital to China, building up its bond market and helping foreign firms better serve Chinese consumers.
17 Jul 2026 - 10:40AM
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IPO
Hong Kong exchange returns IPO application sponsored by CICC
Inner Mongolia Xingye Silver & Tin Mining says it plans to resubmit application before end of September.
17 Jul 2026 - 7:52PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Race against Tesla: China’s Xpeng eyes 2027 global launch for viral Iron robot
CEO He Xiaopeng projects the firm will sell 1 million robots by 2030 after ramping up mass production.
17 Jul 2026 - 7:00AM
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Artificial intelligence
On-device models steal the spotlight as China’s edge AI sector heats up
A growing number of tech firms are pivoting to lightweight models designed to run entirely on smartphones and laptops.
16 Jul 2026 - 9:30PM
On-device models promise faster processing, enhanced data privacy and lower operating costs, according to proponents. Photo: Shutterstock
Smartphones
China’s OnePlus exits US and European markets as smartphone memory pain deepens
The industry is staggering under a chip shortage that has dragged down shipments, forcing handset makers to recalibrate strategies.
16 Jul 2026 - 8:45PM
Semiconductors
China memory-chip maker CXMT set for mega IPO
Listing could be country’s second biggest at US$9.8 billion and comes as global demand for memory chips soars on the back of AI infrastructure build-out.
16 Jul 2026 - 5:07PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Charging ahead: why BYD plans to build 3,000 ‘flash-charging’ stations in Europe
The facilities will support BYD’s latest flash-charging technology, which can reportedly recharge a car’s battery in just 10 minutes.
16 Jul 2026 - 5:20PM
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Hong Kong society
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In 1986, Cafe de Coral is first Hong Kong food chain to go public – SCMP archive
On this day 40 years ago, Cafe de Coral became the first Hong Kong restaurant group to list on the city’s stock exchange.
16 Jul 2026 - 2:15PM
A Cafe de Coral mini-store pictured in 1989. The company was the first Hong Kong restaurant group to go public. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong stock market
Goldman Sachs backs HKEX with ‘buy’ rating, citing Beijing’s policy support
Shares of HKEX have lost about 5 per cent so far this year, roughly in line with the performance of the Hang Seng Index.
16 Jul 2026 - 5:26PM
Banking & finance
Mainland funds boost stakes in Hong Kong-listed biotech amid value dislocation
Analysts say valuation of the sector is attractive, with biotech firms trading relatively cheaply.
16 Jul 2026 - 11:03AM
Hong Kong property
Lights out for Taobao-partnered furniture showroom in October: sources
Landlord Sino Group seeking a new tenant for the second-floor shop at China Hong Kong City mall in Tsim Sha Tsui, marketing materials show.
16 Jul 2026 - 4:15PM
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