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China and US agree to slash tariffs for 90 days | FinanceAsia
Markets have rallied after a weekend agreement to reduce tariffs to 10% in China and 30% in the US is good news for companies, markets, and the US dollar; however, pharmaceutical stocks are in focus as US president Donald Trump tries to reduce drug prices.
ASIC imposes additional licence controls on Macquarie's Australian operation | FinanceAsia
ASIC is asking for an independent expert to review a remediation plan for the trade reporting functions of Macquarie's futures dealing and OTC derivatives; ASIC commissioner Simone Constant said that the action "underscores" the regulator's concerns with the "recurrent" nature of Macquarie's failures.
Middle East’s Al-Futtaim Group sells majority stake in insurance broker to WTW | FinanceAsia
The joint venture Al-Futtaim Willis has been in operation for five decades and is based in Dubai and Bahrain; after securing a reinsurance broking license in Saudi Arabia, WTW is continuing its expansion in the region.
Analysis: How Hong Kong is building financial infrastructure for the Rmb | FinanceAsia
The HKMA and CMU Omniclear are leading Hong Kong’s ambitions to internationalise the use of Chinese bonds in global trading. The development of the innovative infrastructure represents a breakthrough for Rmb repos, clearing, settlement and custody.
Selective bets in Asian fixed income gain traction post tariff shock: Q&A with M&G Investments’ Marvin Kwong | FinanceAsia
Asia’s fixed income markets began 2025 on a stable footing, buoyed by falling rates and policy support from China; however, as credit spreads rise amid tariff mayhem, investors are seeking pockets of opportunities such as NBFIs and LGFVs.
CGIF backs 'landmark' Cambodia project bond from SchneiTec Dynamic | FinanceAsia
Yuanta Securities (Cambodia) acted as the lead manager and underwriter for a transaction with three tranches worth a total of $49m; the proceeds will finance a 60MWac solar photovoltaic (PV) plant with an integrated battery energy storage system.
Analysis: How Macau is deepening offshore Renminbi liquidity with Hong Kong | FinanceAsia
The cooperation includes a new arrangement between the HKMA and AMCM to facilitate a cross-border investment channel to clear, settle, and hold bonds registered in either market; bond deals are climbing strongly in Macau.
China hits US with 84% tariff after Trump hit China with 104% tariff as market turmoil continues | FinanceAsia
The US-China trade war, sparked by US president Donald Trump's tariffs, looks like it is just beginning, with global markets set to be on a roller coaster for weeks; China has now retaliated further.
Trump pauses most tariffs, but keeps 10% in place; increases tariff on China to 125% | FinanceAsia
US president Donald Trump has ordered a 90-day pause on retaliatory tariffs above the 10% already imposed, except for Chinese goods, with tariffs now at 125% after China retaliated; the EU has also retaliated. Trump may have been fearful over the impact on the US bond market.
Pentagreen, BII and ib vogt Singapore team up with $80m renewable energy financing | FinanceAsia
The facility is aiming to unlock the implementation of $300m of projects in SEA with a total capacity of circa 260 megawatt peak (MWp) of power generation capacity and circa 175 megawatt hours (MWh) battery storage.
Exclusive Interview: HSBC's head of Asia & ME, Corporate & Institutional Banking | FinanceAsia
FA recently caught up with Jo Miyake, head of banking, Asia and Middle East at HSBC Corporate and Institutional Banking, on capital allocation shifts, cross-border opportunities, sustainable financing and regulation.