Christophe Lee

BlueFive Capital brings networks, CICC brings scale, and together they’re targeting high-growth sectors. CICC Capital and BlueFive launch PE fund to connect China’s new economy with GCC growth markets. The vehicle will target high-growth sectors including technology, digital transformation, green energy, advanced manufacturing, and consumer-driven industries. The collaboration leverages BlueFive’s expertise in cross-border alternative investments and its Middle East-Asia network, alongside CICC Capital’s access to China’s private equity ecosystem and institutional capabilities. Hazem Ben-Gacem, Founder and Chief Executive of BlueFive Capital, added: “Emerging markets are engines of the global economy, and by aligning BlueFive Capital’s GCC capabilities with CICC Capital’s track record in scaling innovation, we aim to deliver unparalleled value to investors while accelerating the growth of tomorrow’s industry leaders.” Discover what this launch means for emerging market investors: https://lnkd.in/dvwhCEte #PEInsights #privateequity #fundraising #GCC

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Macquarie Capital is pleased to have supported OSL Group (Stock Code: 863 HK) on its $HK2,355 million (~$US300 million) follow on equity financing. OSL Group is a leading global financial infrastructure platform bridging traditional finance and the digital asset economy through blockchain technology. This landmark transaction is the largest public equity raise in Asia’s digital asset sector to date. Read more in our latest case study: https://macq.co/6048fgizM

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With the 32nd CITIC CLSA Investors’ Forum moments away, Shaun Cochran, Head of Research at #CLSA on Bloomberg TV today provided his views on China’s stock rally driven by two key drivers: cheap valuations and the rapid rise of DeepSeek — underscoring China’s growing role as a fundamental player in global tech. Building on the AI theme, Shaun highlighted a recent report from CLSA “Tokens Tale” containing a framework projection for AI compute. Today, AI models consume one quadrillion tokens each month. Our analyst projects that could rise to 80 quadrillion a month driving both huge opportunities and volatility in AI stocks. With GPUs expected to deliver 27x efficiency gains and smarter algorithms reducing token use, the AI journey is only just beginning. AI is a key theme at the 32nd CITIC CLSA Investors’ Forum. Catch Shaun’s full insights on Bloomberg TV: https://lnkd.in/gfmhNR82 #CLSANews #CLSAInsights #CITICCLSAForums #CITICCLSAInvestorsForum #CITICCLSAIF25

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UBP - Union Bancaire Privée Hong Kong hires Greater China trio from BOS and Citi. https://lnkd.in/gUV2aGZW The Swiss private bank has recruited a team head and two relationship managers as Hong Kong boss Teresa Lee continues to grow her army of bankers. #ubp #privatebank #peoplemoves #hongkong #asia

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HKEX is pleased to be launching the HKEX Issuer Access Platform. This centralised, secure and web-based communication channel is designed to enhance the interaction between listed issuers and HKEX, supporting the ongoing modernisation of Hong Kong’s markets infrastructure. Key features for issuers and advisors: 🟦 Submit and publish regulatory announcements through the platform 🟦 Interact with HKEX’s Listing Division on regulatory matters in a secure manner 🟦 Smart compliance tools such as dashboards, workflow trackers, guides, and automated reminders to support listed issuers in fulfilling their day-to-day compliance and reporting requirements   HKEX plans to release a trial version of the IAP in the second half of 2025, allowing users to familiarise with its functions ahead of a phased launch in the second quarter of 2026.   📽️ Watch this video on how this platform works. More details at 🔗https://lnkd.in/gN3tFFka

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On 3 September 2025, our Financial Services Partner, Pinky Siu, participated in a panel discussion titled “Opportunities for Covered Call, Defined Outcome & Alternative ETFs” at the 6th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit - Asia Pacific, Hong Kong, organised by ETFGI. Pinky addressed the latest SFC circular on listed closed-ended alternative asset funds, outlining the regulatory requirements and key considerations. She also discussed the recent case of cross-listing of active ETF in Hong Kong and SFC’s “ASPIRe” roadmap on virtual assets regulation. Learn more about our Financial Services practice here: https://lnkd.in/gqKmBm7v #Deacons #DeaconsFinancialServices #InvestmentFunds #ETFs #Authorisedfunds #VirtualAsset #Spot #Regulatory #Alternative #ClosedEndedFunds #PrivatEquity #Assetmanagement #InvestmentManagement #ETFGI #ETFGIGlobalETFsInsightsSummits

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