该行对香港银行业仍持建设性看法，受惠于强劲的股市、楼市逐步复苏，以及稳定的净息差。港银中首 选为汇控及渣打集团(02888)。 该行指，私有化恒生对汇丰是正面消息，因为管理层将能提供更多与恒生银行的协同效应的指引，以及 交易完成后汇丰CET1比率的回升路径。此外，在恒生私有化后，中银香港(02388)和汇丰均可能受益于 被动及主动基金流入。 摩根大通发布研报称，汇丰控股(00005)宣布恒生银行(00011)股东已批准私有化提案，恒生预计将于1月 27日除牌。该行指符合预期，但完成日期较预期早。 ...

该行对香港银行业仍持建设性看法，受惠于强劲的股市、楼市逐步复苏，以及稳定的净息差。港银中首 选为汇控及渣打集团(02888）。 该行指，私有化恒生对汇丰是正面消息，因为管理层将能提供更多与恒生银行的协同效应的指引，以及 交易完成后汇丰CET1比率的回升路径。此外，在恒生私有化后，中银香港(02388) 和汇丰均可能受益于 被动及主动基金流入。 智通财经APP获悉，摩根大通发布研报称，汇丰控股(00005) 宣布恒生银行(00011) 股东已批准私有化提 案，恒生预计将于1月27日除牌。该行指符合预期，但完成日期较预期早。 ...

【环球网财经综合报道】1月8日晚间，香港金融市场迎来一则重磅消息。汇丰控股（HK00005）与恒生银行（HK00011）在香港联交所披露联合公告，宣布 汇丰亚太私有化恒生银行的计划在当日举行的恒生银行法院会议及股东大会上顺利获得通过。这一决策犹如一颗巨石投入平静湖面，在香港金融界激起层层 涟漪。 根据公告内容，在取得香港高等法院的批准并满足相关条件后，恒生私有化计划将于2026年1月26日正式生效，预计于1月27日从港交所撤销上市地位。恒生 银行自1972年成功上市以来，已在公开交易市场走过了53个春秋。此次私有化意味着这家老牌银行将结束其漫长的公开交易历程，转身成为汇丰控股的全资 附属公司，开启发展新篇章。 恒生银行在香港金融领域占据着举足轻重的地位。其市值超2500亿元，多年来凭借稳健的经营和优质的服务，赢得了广大投资者的信赖与支持。此次私有化 决定，无疑是在当前复杂多变的金融环境下，汇丰控股基于自身战略布局和恒生银行长远发展所做出的重大抉择。 除了私有化进程备受关注外，恒生银行在指数成分股中的变动也牵动着市场的神经。恒生指数公司早在去年12月30日就明确表示，倘若恒生银行私有化建议 获得批准，该股将于2 ...

Economic Indicators - In December 2025, China's Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 0.8% year-on-year, marking the highest increase since February 2023, with the previous value at 0.7% [2] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) fell by 1.9% year-on-year in December, continuing a decline for the 39th consecutive month, although the rate of decline narrowed by 0.3% compared to the previous month [2] - The core CPI, excluding food and energy, increased by 1.2% year-on-year, maintaining a growth rate above 1% for four consecutive months [2] Real Estate Sector - New policies allow for a five-year extension on loans for projects on the "white list" under the real estate financing coordination mechanism, providing more time for real estate companies to sell properties and potentially stabilizing market prices [4][5] - The total loan approval amount for "white list" projects has exceeded 7 trillion yuan, indicating significant financial support for the real estate sector [4] Corporate Developments - China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) and China Aviation Oil have undergone a strategic merger, which is expected to reshape the domestic aviation fuel market and enhance Sinopec's position in the aviation fuel sector [6][11] - Vanke's CEO, Yu Liang, has retired due to age, marking a significant transition in the company's leadership amid ongoing liquidity challenges in the real estate market [8][9] Automotive Industry - Honda's sales in China fell by 24.28% year-on-year in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of decline, with total sales dropping nearly 1 million units from peak levels [12][13] - The company has announced plans to reduce production capacity significantly, reflecting the challenges faced by traditional automakers in adapting to market changes [12] Stock Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index rose above 4100 points, with a trading volume of 3.12 trillion yuan, indicating strong market performance and investor interest in new sectors such as AI and commercial aerospace [16][17] - The recent market rally has exceeded expectations, with significant participation from various sectors, suggesting a potential continuation of the upward trend into the new year [17]

Core Viewpoint - The Hang Seng Index (HSI) showed a slight increase, closing at 26,286.73, up by 54.94 points or 0.21% on January 9, 2023, reflecting a mixed performance among major blue-chip stocks [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - The HSI reached a high of 26,311.87 and a low of 26,201.05 during the trading session, with a trading volume of 36.24 million shares [1]. - The index's 52-week high is 27,275.90, while the 52-week low is 18,856.77, indicating a significant range of fluctuation [1]. Group 2: Major Blue-Chip Stocks - HSBC Holdings closed at 125.014 HKD, up 0.17% from the previous close [2]. - Tencent Holdings closed at 615.325 HKD, reflecting an increase of 0.71% compared to the Hong Kong market close [2]. - Alibaba Group (W) saw a price increase of 2.73%, closing at 146.500 HKD, while its ADR price was 147.089 HKD, up by 0.589 HKD [3]. - Other notable performances include AIA Group, which rose by 0.54% to 84.300 HKD, and Meituan, which decreased by 2.48% to 98.500 HKD [3].

Core Viewpoint - The privatization plan of Hang Seng Bank has been approved by the court and shareholders, marking a significant financial consolidation in Hong Kong's banking sector, with the bank set to delist from major indices on January 15, 2026 [1][5]. Group 1: Privatization Process - The privatization process began with HSBC's proposal in September 2025, leading to negotiations and a formal announcement in October 2025, where HSBC offered HKD 155 per share, a premium of approximately 30.3% over the previous closing price [2][3]. - The transaction involves around HKD 1,061.56 billion, and the market reacted positively, with Hang Seng Bank's stock price jumping 25.88% on the announcement day [3]. - The plan was further solidified with regulatory approvals and a clear timeline for completion, indicating a well-structured approach to the privatization [4][6]. Group 2: Strategic Rationale - HSBC's decision to fully acquire Hang Seng Bank is driven by the need to eliminate operational complexities and enhance resource allocation, especially in a competitive banking environment characterized by low margins and rising costs [6][7]. - The integration aims to leverage HSBC's global network and technological capabilities, which are crucial for addressing the challenges posed by fintech and market competition [7][8]. - The privatization is seen as a strategic move to strengthen HSBC's position in the Asian market, particularly in retail banking and wealth management [7][8]. Group 3: Financial Implications - Post-privatization, Hang Seng Bank is expected to benefit from significant cost savings, estimated at around HKD 3 billion annually, through operational synergies [9]. - The bank's financial performance may face short-term pressures due to integration challenges, but long-term growth prospects are anticipated to improve as synergies materialize [14][15]. - Analysts predict that Hang Seng Bank's assets under management could exceed HKD 3 trillion within three years post-privatization, with a potential annual profit growth rate of 5%-8% [14][15]. Group 4: Market Signals - The privatization signifies a shift towards consolidation in Hong Kong's banking sector, reflecting a trend where smaller banks may face increasing pressure to either differentiate or merge [12]. - HSBC's investment in Hang Seng Bank is viewed as a vote of confidence in Hong Kong's financial market, emphasizing the city's role as a global financial hub [12][13]. - Regulatory bodies have set conditions to ensure the continuity of services and support for small businesses, indicating a balanced approach to market concentration [13].

Group 1 - The National Financial Regulatory Administration has approved the appointment of Edward John Weeks as a director and vice president of HSBC Bank (China) Limited [1][3][4] - The approved personnel must strictly adhere to the regulatory requirements set by the financial regulatory authority and are required to report their appointment status within three months from the date of the administrative decision [1][4] - If the approved personnel do not assume their position within the specified timeframe, the approval document will become invalid, and the regulatory authority will proceed with the cancellation of the administrative license [1][4]

Core Viewpoint - HSBC predicts that gold prices may surpass $5,000 per ounce in the first half of 2026, driven by a combination of geopolitical risks and deteriorating fiscal conditions [1][2] Group 1: Factors Influencing Gold Prices - HSBC's report highlights that the rising fiscal deficits in the Western world, particularly the projected $2.05 trillion federal deficit in the U.S. for the 2026 fiscal year, are becoming a hidden driver for gold price increases [2] - The increasing fiscal deficits are eroding the credibility of fiat currencies, thereby amplifying the appeal of gold as a non-debt asset [2] - Deutsche Bank notes a fundamental shift in market structure, where the pricing power of gold is moving from price-sensitive consumers to less price-sensitive official buyers, such as central banks [3] Group 2: Market Dynamics and Investor Behavior - Institutional investors are currently experiencing "FOMO" (Fear of Missing Out), which is driving short-term volatility in the gold market [4] - The report warns that if anticipated interest rate cuts do not materialize, the rebound in gold prices may face suppression and potential corrections [4] - The gold market in 2026 is expected to exhibit characteristics of "high volatility and high prices," reflecting a broader distrust in the existing credit system [4]

汇丰代表Benjamin Rossan在法庭上表示，该行承认相关事实，这涉及2014年至2019年间巴黎交易员进行的交易。他还补充说，没有缴纳正确数量的法 国税款。 版权声明：所有瑞恩资本Ryanben Capital的原创文章，转载须联系授权，并在文首/文末注明来源、作者、微信ID，否则瑞恩将向其追究法律责任。部 分文章推送时未能与原作者或公众号平台取得联系。若涉及版权问题，敬请原作者联系我们。 巴黎一位法官在法庭上概述和解协议，他稍后将决定是否批准这项协议。该协议将结束法国国家金融检察院(PNF)对汇丰的调查，而汇丰无须承认任何 罪行。协议包括约2.68亿欧元罚款、约3000万欧元的税款。 外电报道，汇丰控股HSBC(00005.HK)同意支付约3亿欧元(约27.28亿港元)，了结法国的刑事和税务案件，该案涉及汇控在所谓「Cum-Cum」股息避税 丑闻中涉嫌扮演的角色。这宗丑闻也牵扯到法国一些最大的银行。 巴黎一位法官在法庭上概述和解协议，他稍后将决定是否批准这项协议。该协议将结束法国国家金融检察院(PNF)对汇丰的调查，而汇丰无须承认任何 罪行。协议包括约2.68亿欧元罚款、约3000万欧元的税款。 更 ...

Core Viewpoint - HSBC Holdings has successfully passed the privatization plan for Hang Seng Bank, which will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC by January 26, 2026, marking the end of Hang Seng Bank's 53 years of public trading since its listing in 1972 [1][2]. Group 1: Privatization Details - The privatization proposal offers HKD 155 per share, with a total cash payout of approximately HKD 106.156 billion to shareholders if the plan is executed [2]. - During the court meeting, approximately 237 million shares (85.75% of voting rights) voted in favor of the privatization, while 39.3 million shares (14.25%) voted against it. The special resolution at the shareholders' meeting received a 97.30% approval rate [2][3]. - The expected delisting of Hang Seng Bank from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will occur on January 27, 2026, with trading expected to cease on January 14, 2026 [3][4]. Group 2: Market Context and Financials - As of January 9, 2026, Hang Seng Bank's stock price was HKD 154.3, only slightly below the proposed acquisition price of HKD 155, with a total market capitalization of HKD 289 billion (approximately RMB 258.8 billion) [4]. - Concerns have been raised regarding Hang Seng Bank's increasing credit impairment in commercial real estate loans, which reached HKD 25.012 billion as of June 30, 2025, a 26% increase from six months prior [6]. - HSBC's CEO has stated that the privatization is a strategic business decision aimed at demonstrating confidence in Hong Kong's future and is not directly related to the bank's bad debt situation [6]. Group 3: Operational Continuity - Post-privatization, Hang Seng Bank will retain its independent banking license, corporate governance, brand image, unique market positioning, and branch network as per Hong Kong banking regulations [6].