FINANCE
Hong Kong Set to Issue 2-Year Exchange Fund Notes in May 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will conduct a tender for 2-year Exchange Fund Notes on May 23, 2025, aiming to rollover maturing notes worth HK$1,200 million with a 2.16% interest rate.
Bitcoin (BTC) Surges Past $100,000 Amid Macro Tailwinds
Bitcoin rebounds to $100,000 after a 32% drop earlier this year, driven by positive macroeconomic factors and increased institutional interest.
Hong Kong Prepares for Tender of RMB 1.5 Billion Government Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces a tender for RMB 1.5 billion in 2-year government bonds, scheduled for May 13, 2025, as part of the Infrastructure Bond Programme.
Sei's Role in the Evolving Landscape of Blockchain and Traditional Finance
Sei's infrastructure gains prominence as regulatory clarity in the US enables traditional financial institutions to embrace blockchain, enhancing compliance and innovative financial products.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Reveals Results of 20-Year Government Bond Tender
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the results of a tender for 20-year HKD institutional government bonds, revealing a bid-to-cover ratio of 4.50 and an annualized yield of 3.851%.
Hong Kong Mortgage Market Sees Uptick in Applications for January 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 3.3% increase in mortgage applications for January 2025, while approved loans decrease by 2.1% to HK$25 billion.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Announces Upcoming Tender for Exchange Fund Bills
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will hold a tender for Exchange Fund Bills on February 21, 2025, offering HK$600 million with a 23-day maturity period.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority to Conduct Tender for 2-Year Exchange Fund Notes in February 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announces a tender for 2-year Exchange Fund Notes on February 21, 2025, offering HK$1,200 million with an interest rate of 3.34% per annum.
DeFi Emerges as a Vital Alternative Amid Debanking Concerns
Decentralized finance (DeFi) provides a crucial safety net for individuals facing sudden debanking scenarios, highlighting the vulnerabilities in traditional financial systems.
Hong Kong's Mortgage Market Sees Uptick in November 2024
Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 9.7% increase in mortgage applications for November 2024, with loans approved reaching HK$24.2 billion.
Riot Platforms (RIOT) Launches $525 Million Convertible Notes Offering
Riot Platforms announces a $525 million offering of 0.75% convertible senior notes due 2030, aimed at bolstering Bitcoin acquisitions and general corporate purposes.
HKMA Announces Results of 5-Year RMB Government Bonds Tender
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced successful tender results for 5-year RMB HKSAR Government Bonds, with a bid-to-cover ratio of 3.03 and an annualized yield of 2.255%.
MARA Holdings Secures $850 Million Through Zero-Coupon Convertible Notes
MARA Holdings, Inc. has finalized an $850 million offering of zero-coupon convertible senior notes due 2031, aimed primarily at acquiring bitcoin and repurchasing existing notes.
HKMA Reports Strong Demand in 15-Year Institutional Government Bond Tender
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced successful tender results for 15-year HKD institutional government bonds, highlighting a high bid-to-cover ratio and competitive yield.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Announces Results of 5-Year Government Bond Tender
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reported strong demand for its 5-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds, with a bid-to-cover ratio of 3.24 and an annualized yield of 3.179%.