Hong Kong to let big funds secure bigger proportions of listings

Hong Kong to let big funds secure bigger proportions of listings

Starting next week, the maximum percentage of shares that can be allocated to retail investors will be lowered to 35%, down from 50% currently Published Fri, Aug 1, 2025 · 05:54 PM [HONG KONG] Hong Kong will let big funds secure a bigger proportion of shares offered for new listings after some companies that went…

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Rhino horns turned radioactive to fight poachers in South Africa

Rhino horns turned radioactive to fight poachers in South Africa

South African scientists have launched an anti-poaching campaign in which rhino’s horns will be injected with a radioactive material. The group, from the University of the Witwatersrand, said the process is harmless to rhinos but will allow customs officers to detect smuggled horns as they’re transported across the world. South Africa has the largest rhino…

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Leggings at the Airport Just Make Sense—in This Chic Colour, They Look Much More Elevated

Leggings at the Airport Just Make Sense—in This Chic Colour, They Look Much More Elevated

I’ve seen the case made for floaty skirts and I’ve watched crowds file through security in baggy jeans, but when it comes to airport dressing, I stand firmly in favour of leggings. They’re comfortable, low-maintenance and—especially when styled in this elegant autumnal shade—they suddenly feel so elevated. Spotted navigating the terminal, Lindsay Lohan made my…

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BOJ warns US tariffs could hit firms’ profits, delay capex plans

BOJ warns US tariffs could hit firms’ profits, delay capex plans

[TOKYO] Profits of Japanese firms are likely to fall this year because of US tariffs, leading them to downgrade capital expenditure plans, the central bank said on Friday (Aug 1), signalling caution over an expected hit to the export-dependent economy. Automakers have swallowed the rising costs from the tariffs instead of passing them on to…

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German packaging law that targets global sellers

German packaging law that targets global sellers

The German Packaging Act, known locally as VerpackG, is a key regulation that affects companies worldwide selling products to German consumers. It sets strict rules on packaging waste, recycling, and corporate responsibility—meaning if your business exports to Germany, you’re likely affected. Even if you’re based in another country, you may still need to comply with…

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