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Can Hong Kong revive its capital markets?

This webinar, hosted by the Financial Times, will examine the positioning of Hong Kong's capital markets.
Our expert panel will also discuss its relationship with mainland China, challenges in attracting listings, and strategies to reclaim its strength as a global capital markets hub.

  • Global capital plays a significant role in the performance of Hong Kong’s stock market. How can Hong Kong maintain its attractiveness with competition from Shanghai, Japan, and India?
  • Given the strong ties between Hong Kong's market and mainland China, how will US tariff policies impact the Hong Kong market? Should HKEX continue to prioritise its relationship with China or diversify?
  • Despite various initiatives by the HKMA and HKSAR Government to bolster Hong Kong's bond market, what further actions can authorities take to truly ignite market growth and attract greater investment?
  • Out of 30 IPOs in the first half of 2024, “Chapter 18C’ only brought in one listing. What additional measures can be taken to make Hong Kong a more appealing destination for tech listings?
  • Hong Kong is a leader in green finance, particularly in the green bond market. How can this strength be leveraged to create opportunities for green stocks and attract investors interested in sustainable investments?
  • As crypto adoption grows in Hong Kong, how can the market strike the right balance between introducing innovative products and mitigating potential volatility?
What are the Implications of the US Election for Asia?

This webinar, hosted by the Financial Times, will examine the far-reaching implications for Asia of the US presidential election.
A panel of experts will discuss the possible economic and political consequences, with an emphasis on how the contest will shape financial markets and global trade.

  • How could a new US administration's trade policies towards China affect tariffs, trade agreements and supply chains in Asia?
  • What would be the implications of a second Trump administration? How would he manage the US relationship with China?
  • How will the US-India relationship evolve, particularly in terms of trade, technology, and defence cooperation, and what opportunities or challenges might this create for investors?
  • How could global supply chains shift as a result from US policies, and which Asian countries are likely to benefit or suffer from these changes?
  • The Inflation Reduction Act has offered investment opportunities and trade incentives for resource-rich countries outside China. Will they be able to reap those promises, or is the legislation at risk of being rolled back?
  • Will Washington’s approach to its security alliances in Asia change, and how might its stance affect regional stability and geopolitical risks?
Capitalising on Shifting Consumer Behaviour in Asia

This exclusive webinar is brought to you by the FT Professional. FT Live, and FT Board Director Programme, where we hosted a panel of subject matter experts from UBS, Mizuho Securities, and Edelman, moderated by Leo Lewis, FT Asia Business Editor.

It is expected that Asia will deliver two-thirds of global growth in 2024. How do factors like low inflation, interest rates, rising prices and geopolitics shape consumer trends in the region? What is driving consumption and where are the opportunities?

  • Is the way the middle class saves money, invests and spends changing? How does this differ across countries in Asia? Which markets promise the most robust growth?
  • What pragmatic adjustments are consumers across Asia making in response to the realities of the cost of living? How do these shifts in spending habits reverberate across industries?
  • How will the economic slowdown in China impact consumer spending? Is the post-pandemic consumer spending boost now over, and how will the property sector slump impact the middle classes?
  • How do Gen-Z spending habits differ from those of older generations? How can companies tap into this growing market with different expectations and spending habits?
  • In what ways are macroeconomic factors such as low inflation, interest rates, rising prices, and geopolitics shaping consumer trends?
China's Emergence from COVID & Regional Economic Impacts

This exclusive webinar is brought to you by the FT Board Director Programme and FT Corporate Subscription team where we hosted a panel of subject matter experts from Loomis, Sayles & Company, Hang Seng Bank China, Brunswick Group, moderated by Robin Harding, FT Asia Editor.

Six months into China's reopening after Covid-19, what is the state of its economic recovery? This panel discussion was mainly focused on China's emergence from COVID and the regional economic impacts.

  • "China is becoming a more difficult market for foreign companies, as they have to deal with the economic slowdown, geopolitical uncertainties, and more competitive Chinese counterparts." Dan Wang, Chief Economist, Hang Seng Bank China
  • "Post-COVID economic rebound still continues, albeit at a slower pace. Medium- to long-term challenges such as housing bubble, debt overhang, and shrinking and aging population, require more thoughtful and pro-active policy and reform." Ning Zhu, Senior Partner, Head of China, Brunswick Group
  • “Unlike other countries, China's lopsided post-Covid recovery has brought deflationary risk. However, the hurdle for broad-based Chinese policy stimulus remains high. In addition to the challenges posed by the lackluster cyclical recovery and ongoing concerns about China's long-term growth potential, there is also growing apprehension among global investors regarding geopolitical risks.” Bo Zhuang, Global Macro Strategist, Asia, Loomis, Sayles & Company
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Visual Minutes_China's emergence from Covid and regional economic impacts
Visual Minutes_China's emergence from Covid and regional economic impacts
Visual Minutes_China's emergence from Covid and regional economic impacts
Visual Minutes_China's emergence from Covid and regional economic impacts
Greenwashing: What is it, and how can you avoid it?

This virtual complimentary is brought to you by FT Professional and FT Board Director Programme, where we hosted a panel of subject matter experts from Ashurst, TTI and Macquarie, moderated by Simon Mundy, FT Moral Money Editor.

This panel discussion will focus on some of the most topical and challenging questions in the environmental, social and governance space.
How can businesses avoid accusations of greenwashing by ensuring that their bold words come alongside real results?
Where should businesses focus their effort and resources to become ESG leaders?
And what are the key developments to watch out for in policy and regulation?

  • "This was a really stimulating discussion as our panelists and audience dug into some of the thorniest questions in the sustainable business and finance debate – and offered some valuable pointers towards potential ways forward." Simon Mundy, Moral Money Editor, FT
  • "Concerns around greenwashing will continue hand in hand with the growing trends towards ESG disclosure. As organisations make disclosures and commitments voluntarily or as required by regulation and rules, they will need to ensure that they are clear and transparent. Organisations that get this right are in the best position to take advantage of the opportunities of the transition to a sustainable and resilient future." Anna-Marie Slot, Global ESG and Sustainability Partner, Ashurst
  • "From a corporate perspective, ESG is a source of both ambition and anxiety. No one wants to be accused of greenwashing, but doing nothing is even worse, and only by being proactive can a company hope to be fairly judged by investors and raters. Some level of pushback on the ESG concept is healthy, as grappling with critics can raise the bar on ESG decision making and disclosure." Ginny Wilmerding, INED, TTI and Partner, FGS Global
  • “From an investor standpoint, the campaign to root out greenwashing is pushing fund managers out of the hazy ‘green-ish’ or ‘sustainability light’ funds. Partly, they are shying away from promoting sustainable objectives entirely (‘greenhushing’), which looks problematic. However this is only part of the story. Many fund managers are – rather than backing away, doubling down on sustainability objectives, leading to more robust sustainable investment products that could have real impact.” Charles Yonts, Head of Asian ESG Research, Macquarie
Russia-Ukraine: Economic Repercussions in Asia

This virtual complimentary is brought to you by FT Professional and FT Board Director Programme, where we hosted a panel of subject matter experts from Ashurst, TS Lombard and S&P Global Market Intelligence, moderated by Robin Harding, FT Asia Editor.

The main focus of the discussion was around the economic fallout in Asia impacted by the global economic dislocation from sanctions, supply chain disruption and rising commodity prices, where are addressed in the virtual session.

  • "May I use this opportunity to offer a free sanctions advice. Having implemented significant sanctions targeting Russia, the regulators are now focusing on compliance, loopholes and enforcement. Stricter enforcement measures are coming and the US regulators are certainly looking at Asia. We in Asia might feel far removed from the US, but US sanctions regimes have quite “long arms”. Hence, if your business has an exposure to Russia or energy sector generally, it would be important to revamp your commitment to sanctions compliance to reduce sanctions risks." Alexander Dmitrenko, Partner, Ashurst
  • "I think these countries need to secure their own energy and supplies, diversify and reduce large dependence on one supplier" Rahul Kapoor, Vice President, Global Head of Commodity Analytics & Research, S&P Global Market Intelligence
  • “This is a massive counter cyclical inflation shock, which will be a drag on the regional and global economy and with particular pressure on EM commodity importers.” Rory Green, Head of China and Asia Research, TS Lombard
Wealth Management Summit Asia

In-Person & Digital | Singapore

In its third year, Wealth Management Summit Asia is FT Live and PWM’s gathering of market-leading private banks, family offices and wealth managers, discussing how best to reap the rewards of Asia’s structural growth.

From interactive panel discussions to exclusive roundtables and masterclasses, this year’s conference uncovered outperforming business models and how investors can angle for higher returns in the face of looming geopolitical risks.

Crypto and Digital Assets Summit Asia

In-Person & Digital | Singapore

Transforming mainstream finance.

The inaugural Crypto & Digital Assets Summit Asia, co-organised by the Financial Times and The Banker, will convene leaders from global and Asian financial institutions, crypto and digital assets leaders and regulators to ascertain the path to institutional adoption, asset tokenisation and regulatory implementation.

Harnessing AI for Business Transformation

In-Person Briefing | Singapore

Business transformation is at the forefront of corporate strategy, reflecting a significant shift towards dynamic, data-driven operations. This transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving regulatory landscapes and the growing demand for real-time insights, is reshaping how companies operate and compete. As digital transformation accelerates, new opportunities arise to optimise processes, enhance customer experiences, and streamline operations.

This high-level briefing, hosted by the Financial Times in partnership with Amazon Web Services and HCLTech, will convene senior executives from diverse industries to delve into the strategic and tactical considerations of business transformation and the role AI can play.

Global M&A Outlook Series - APAC

Online

The APAC M&A landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. China, formerly the dominant force in dealmaking, is encountering a deceleration due to economic challenges and stringent regulatory measures. This transition is paving the way for India and Japan to emerge as the new focal points of M&A activity in the region.

This webinar, organised by the Financial Times in partnership with Datasite, convened dealmakers to explore M&A activity and trends in the APAC region. The focus of the webinar was on the opportunities and challenges that would be faced by dealmakers in 2025.

Modi's Third Term

Online

This an exclusive webinar with Financial Times and Nikkei Asia journalists to examine what lies ahead for India after the first 100 days of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term in office.

Our panel will take your questions on what has or will change after the Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) was forced into a coalition after failing to secure a majority in the 2024 general election.

Accelerating the Energy Transition in Asia

In-person Briefing | Singapore

With Asia-Pacific accounting for more than half the world’s population and leading the global rise in energy demand, a successful energy transition in the region is essential to any international efforts to tackle climate change and reduce emissions.

This briefing from the Financial Times – in partnership with ABB – will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and experts to assess the current status of the energy transition in Asia and what the next phases will look like.

Managing Corporate Expansion in Asia-Pacific

In-Person & Online | Singapore

At a time of heightened uncertainty, companies’ globalisation strategies are evolving as they seek to mitigate risk through diversification of markets, supply chains, products and financing sources. Meanwhile, rapid digital transformation and the drive for innovation demands a new approach to corporate growth.

Join the Financial Times for a high-level briefing, in partnership with DBS, as corporate finance and treasury leaders and other experts discuss how these functions are adapting to changes in the global business environment and what role they will play in Asia-Pacific’s future as an investment destination.

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