AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHKIC Venture Fund: Hong Kong Investment Corporation says it already “bypassed the J-curve,” posting HK$2.3b in 2024 gains and double-digit returns in 2025, as lawmakers press for details on a planned capital injection. Inflation Watch: Financial Secretary Paul Chan revises 2026 inflation forecasts upward, but argues Middle East fuel shocks are limited by Hong Kong’s service economy and stable mainland supplies, alongside fuel subsidies. Press Freedom & Rights: Taiwan civil groups demand the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung ahead of June 4, citing alleged National Security Law violations. Regional Markets & Oil: Asia stocks firm on AI optimism while oil rises amid uncertainty over US-Iran ceasefire talks and Strait of Hormuz reopening; Hong Kong’s Hang Seng also edges up. Cross-border Trade Support: HKPC and DHL co-host an SME forum on market entry, logistics and risk management, citing tariff/customs complexity and delivery costs as top overseas barriers. Digital Yuan Push: China expands e-CNY use for payments, trade and government spending, including incentives for banks and cross-border products.
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