Aarav Shen
Aarav Shen is an esteemed journalist with over 15 years of experience reporting on business, finance, and economics. With a rich background that spans from Southeast Asia to the heart of Wall Street, Aarav offers a piercing global perspective on market dynamics and economic policy. His work, recognized for its depth and clarity, has shaped international dialogue, making him a trusted voice in a complex industry. Currently based in Hong Kong, he distills intricate financial trends into compelling narratives for a worldwide audience.
ESPN Reveals Name and Details for Upcoming All-Access Streaming Service
After years of development and speculation, ESPN has officially settled on the name for its upcoming all-access streaming service: simply, “ESPN.” The name choice...
Multifamily Rental Market Stabilizes as Tenants Stay Put and Vacancy Drops
Renting has long offered flexibility and cost advantages over homeownership, especially in major urban areas. Typically, about half of apartment renters move when their...
FAA Reports Second Radar Outage at Newark as Modernization Plans Unveiled
Air traffic controllers at Newark Liberty International Airport experienced another radar and communication outage early Friday morning, losing contact with aircraft for approximately 90...
Ultra-Rare 1999 Platinum Rolex Daytona Set for $1.7M Auction at Sotheby’s
A rare and extraordinary Rolex is set to draw global attention as it heads to auction this Sunday at Sotheby’s in Geneva. This 1999...
Chinese EV Makers Eye South Korea for Growth Amid Competition with Hyundai and Kia
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers, led by BYD, are targeting South Korea as a key market for growth, aiming to enhance profitability in the...
Strong IPO Performance in Hong Kong Boosted by Capital Inflows and Investor Confidence
Strong investor enthusiasm and substantial capital inflows have resulted in exceptional initial public offering (IPO) performances in Hong Kong this year. Auntea Jenny, a...
Lower Hong Kong Interbank Rates to Boost Mortgage Borrowers and Property Market
A sharp decline in Hong Kong's interbank offered rates (Hibor) is expected to benefit mortgage borrowers and companies, potentially boosting the city’s property market...
Mainland China Firms Turn to Hong Kong for Share Offerings Amid Strong Market Conditions
Mainland China-listed companies are increasingly turning to Hong Kong for new share offerings, spurred by attractive valuations, strong liquidity, and supportive regulatory policies. A...
Venture Capital Investment in Asia-Pacific Hits 10-Year Low Amid Global Geopolitical Tensions
Venture capital investment in the Asia-Pacific region fell to its lowest level in more than a decade last quarter, with a 32% drop to...
Hong Kong Stocks Rise as China Unveils Measures to Boost Economy Ahead of US-China Trade Talks
Hong Kong stocks rose for the sixth consecutive day after Beijing unveiled measures aimed at boosting the economy and increasing private sector confidence ahead...
LG Energy Solution Exits Indonesia EV Battery Project, Huayou Cobalt Eyed as Replacement Investor
LG Energy Solution (LGES) of South Korea has withdrawn from its US$8.45 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery project in Indonesia, leaving the country’s government...
E-Commerce Giants Gear Up for Intense 618 Shopping Festival Amid Economic Slowdown
China's second-largest annual online shopping festival, 618, is set to kick off as e-commerce giants Alibaba, JD.com, and ByteDance’s Douyin prepare for fierce competition...
Luxury Brands Reduce Discounts in China to Maintain Exclusivity Amid Economic Slowdown
Luxury brands in China are reevaluating their discounting strategies, pulling back from steep markdowns in an effort to maintain exclusivity and rebuild their image...
Unitree Robotics Shuts Down Vulnerable Remote Control Service Exposing Robot Dogs to Hackers
Unitree Robotics, a leading Chinese robot manufacturer, announced it had shut down a third-party remote control service after discovering a security vulnerability that allowed...