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.
Xbox Raises Console and Game Prices Amid Tariff Pressures
Microsoft’s Xbox division is raising the prices of its gaming consoles, accessories, and first-party games across major markets including the United States, Europe, the...
HSBC Chairman Mark Tucker to Retire After Eight Years, Successor Search Begins
Mark Tucker, the chairman of HSBC Holdings, has announced his intention to retire after eight years in the role. The bank confirmed in a...
Shoucheng Holdings Commits to Investing in 50 Robotics Firms in China
Shoucheng Holdings, a Hong Kong-listed car park operator under Shougang Group, is set to invest in approximately 50 robotics firms across China in the...
Shanghai Start-Up United InnoMed to Launch AI-Driven Heart Failure Device in Hong Kong
United InnoMed, a Shanghai-based medical device start-up, plans to collaborate with Hong Kong's medical institutions to conduct clinical studies for its artificial intelligence-driven device...
Hong Kong Stocks Rise Amid Trade Optimism and Strong Tech Earnings
Hong Kong stocks saw significant gains on Friday, driven by optimism surrounding potential trade talks between China and the US, as well as strong...
Hong Kong Banks Offer Exclusive Incentives to Attract Mainland Chinese Wealthy Clients
Hong Kong banks are intensifying their efforts to attract wealthy mainland Chinese clients, offering a range of incentives such as tickets to high-profile football...
U.S. Employment Growth Expected to Slow in April Amid Tariff Uncertainty
U.S. employment growth is expected to slow down in April, with the jobless rate remaining steady, reflecting a healthy yet moderating demand for labor....
Temu Adjusts Business Model in the U.S. Amid Tariff Changes and Policy Shifts
Temu, the shopping platform owned by Chinese e-commerce giant PDD Holdings, has adjusted its business model in the U.S. in response to retaliatory tariffs...
Australian Dollar Leads Gains as U.S.-China Trade Talks Boost Market Sentiment
The Australian dollar led the charge against the U.S. dollar on Friday, boosted by signals of a potential thaw in trade relations between the...
Oil Prices Rise Slightly on U.S.-China Trade Talk Hopes Amid OPEC+ Supply Concerns
Oil prices saw a slight uptick on Friday following news that China was open to discussing tariffs with the United States, fueling optimism that...
Chinese Car Manufacturers Adapt to EU Tariffs with Increased Sales of Plug-in Hybrids
Chinese automakers, including BYD and Chery, have ramped up sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) in the European Union as a strategy to bypass...
JetBlue Pilot Union Opposes Domestic Partnership with United Airlines
JetBlue Airways is facing opposition from its pilot union over a proposed domestic partnership with another airline, which the union argues could significantly alter...
Trade Tensions and Global Markets: De-Escalation Hopes Boost Risk Sentiment
Markets were given a boost on Friday by the prospect of de-escalation in trade tensions between Beijing and Washington, lifting global stocks and improving...
Basel Committee Defends Swiss Bank Capital Rules Amid UBS Concerns
The head of the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, Neil Esho, defended Switzerland's current bank capital rules, countering claims by UBS that tougher regulations...
