WASHINGTON & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Village Capital, in collaboration with Standard Chartered Foundation (the Foundation), announces the launch of applications for the 2026 US Women in Tech Accelerator, marking the second cohort of the program supporting women startup founders. Through this program, early-stage founders receive practical resources, expert advice and mentorship to help them build and scale their businesses, which supports sustainable growth and facilitates longer-term success. Share Runn ...

新京报贝壳财经讯 12月8日，渣打银行预计美联储将在12月降息25个基点，此前该行预测不会降息。 ...

渣打银行预计美联储将在12月降息25个基点，此前该行预测不会降息。 来源：滚动播报 ...

Core Viewpoint - The forum highlighted the potential for China's economy to achieve stable medium- to long-term growth driven by total factor productivity improvements and the rise of new economic sectors [1][2]. Economic Outlook - China's average GDP growth over the past few years has been around 5%, supported by structural changes such as strong export performance despite U.S. tariffs and a transition from old to new economic sectors [2][3]. - The share of consumption in GDP is expected to increase relative to investment from 2022 to 2024, indicating a shift in the economic growth model [2]. - The real estate sector's contribution to GDP has decreased from over 20% at its peak to 15%, with ongoing adjustments expected [2]. Industry Development - Traditional consumer goods and manufacturing markets are saturated, while new consumer categories and services show significant growth potential [3]. - The export structure has shifted from low-end products to mid-range machinery and high-end products, contributing to export resilience [3]. Social Considerations - To ensure equitable economic development, efforts should be made to reduce disparities in social security and per capita consumption between urban and rural areas [3]. Future Growth Projections - The average potential growth rate for China is projected to remain above 4% over the next decade, with a target for per capita GDP to double [3][4]. - Historical data indicates that total factor productivity has experienced rapid growth during key periods of economic reform, characterized by increased marketization, optimized resource allocation, and heightened competition [3].

作为"南方财经论坛2025年会"的重要专题会议之一，本届科技年会以"创新无界 智见未来"为主题。 12月5日，由南方财经全媒体集团指导，21世纪经济报道和渣打银行联合主办，由广东省机器人协会支 持的"粤港澳大湾区新经济发展论坛暨21世纪科技年会"在广州南方财经大厦举行。 21世纪经济报道记者骆轶琪 广州报道 在"中企出海的机会与挑战"为主题的圆桌探讨环节，渣打中国企业及投资银行业务华南区企业金融部主 管李书放分享了作为一家已出海170年的国际银行，渣打如何借力其全球网络与本地化智慧，助力中国 企业扎实、健康、持久地走向世界。 回顾过去一年来的趋势，李书放指出，中国企业出海正进入一个"多元纵深"的新阶段。如今的出海行动 已从早期的建立贸易或生产平台，演变为全方位、系统性的全球化布局。 "我们接触发现，所有出海企业的海外业务收入占比都比前几年高，这证明中资企业出海是真的在落 地，并且转变成公司的收入和利润。"她感慨。 李书放指出，在服务层面，渣打在海外组建能讲中文的本地团队，让企业感受到无缝衔接的支持体验； 在核心的金融赋能上，渣打创新推出"全球统一授信"机制，依托对中国企业的深入了解，使其信用能够 顺畅延伸至海 ...

渣打集团(02888)发布公告，于2025年12月5日斥资945.17万英镑回购57.16万股。 ...

智通财经APP讯，渣打集团(02888)发布公告，于2025年12月5日斥资945.17万英镑回购57.16万股。 ...

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Core Insights - The Southern Finance Forum 2025 Annual Conference emphasizes the theme "The Power of Consensus - Innovation Surges, China's Asset Revaluation" [1] - Standard Chartered Bank's CEO for the Greater Bay Area, Li Haiqiang, discusses the trends and challenges faced by Chinese enterprises going global, highlighting the importance of financial innovation in supporting these efforts [1][2] Group 1: Trends in Chinese Enterprises Going Global - Chinese enterprises are increasingly pursuing internationalization as a necessary path for large companies and a survival strategy for small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - The trend of Chinese companies going global has evolved from "going out" to "integrating in," indicating a deeper commitment to local markets [1] - The "new three items" have become significant forces in the global supply chain, with many Chinese companies emerging as industry leaders [1] Group 2: Financial Challenges and Innovations - Chinese enterprises face challenges in cross-border finance, including capital management, financing, supply chain coordination, currency settlement, and exchange rate risks [2] - Standard Chartered Bank has established a new economy business team to provide comprehensive services to support these enterprises since 2016, exemplified by its partnership with autonomous driving leader Pony.ai [2] - The bank has also innovated in cross-border RMB business to enhance the competitiveness of Chinese enterprises [2] Group 3: Technological Advancements and Support - Standard Chartered Bank is investing in technology-driven financial innovation, including artificial intelligence and digital assets, and is establishing an AI research center in Guangzhou [3] - The bank has formed strategic partnerships with leading Chinese tech companies to better support Chinese enterprises going global [3] - The Greater Bay Area is positioned as a vibrant cross-border financial ecosystem, leveraging its geographical advantages and technological strengths to provide efficient global financial support [3] Group 4: Role of Standard Chartered Bank - As an international bank with over 160 years of experience in the Greater Bay Area, Standard Chartered Bank aims to act as a "super connector" between the region and the world, facilitating cross-border financial innovation [4]

Standard Chartered Plc has settled an investor lawsuit worth £1.5 billion ($2 billion) over allegations it systematically breached sanctions against Iran to win new business.In a London Court of Appeal ruling over disclosure published on Friday, the judge acknowledged the settlement with more hundreds of investors. “After a draft of this judgment was circulated to the parties, they reached a settlement of the entire action,” the judge said. “The settlement is not material to the group’s operating results or ...