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Core Insights - Li Auto's founder and CEO Li Xiang topped Hong Kong's paid director ranking for 2024 with a total remuneration package of approximately HK$680 million (US$87.4 million) [1] - The ranking analyzed remuneration data for 1,000 directors across nearly all listed companies in Hong Kong [2] - 31 directors received annual compensation packages exceeding HK$100 million, with JS Global Lifestyle's chairman and CEO Wang Xuning ranking second at HK$520.51 million [3] Company Performance - Li Auto's stock performance declined by 35.7% last year, despite reporting a return on equity of 11.9% [4] - JS Global Lifestyle's stock price increased by 7.5% last year, but it reported a negative return on equity of 14.5% [4] - Liu Qiangdong, founder of JD.com, ranked fourth with total remuneration of HK$448.8 million [5] Remuneration Analysis - JS Global Lifestyle was the most generous company in terms of total compensation, paying HK$783.43 million to its directors [6] - New World Development was the top payer in cash payments, with HK$187.6 million in salaries and benefits [7] - Prada paid the most in fees, totaling HK$376.9 million to its directors [7]

智通财经APP获悉，10月13日，港元拆息普遍向下，而与楼按相关的一个月拆息报3.44024%，跌4.411 基点，并连跌四日；反映银行资金成本的三个月拆息报3.52321%，跌6.256基点。 隔夜息报3.59571%，升5.44基点；一周拆息跌6.131基点，报3.42417%，两周则跌8.929基点，报 3.42321%。长息方面，六个月拆息跌1.321基点，报3.4%，一年期则跌4.19基点，报3.32631%。 | 到期日 | 港元利息結算率 | | --- | --- | | 隔夜 | 3.59571 | | 1 星期 | 3.42417 | | 2 星期 | 3.42321 | | 1 個月 | 3.44024 | | 2 個月 | 3.45494 | | 3 個月 | 3.52321 | | 6 個月 | 3.40000 | | 12 個月 | 3.32631 | ...

The Chinese national flag fluttering with the Lujiazui Financial District in the background.Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty ImagesChina's stock market rebound may be showing signs of strain as renewed U.S.-China trade tensions threaten to derail investor optimism.After months of relative calm, Washington's fresh warnings over Beijing's rare earth export controls and renewed trade tensions have revived fears of another tit-for-tat trade cycle. Chinese shares had recently rallied to a multi-year high on expe ...

9 October 2025 THIS CONTENT MAY NOT BE DISTRIBUTED TO MAINLAND CHINA HSBC Global Macro Strategist Multi-Asset Global US growth divide, fiscal fragilities, EM in ascendancy In this regular report, we bring together top themes and our best ideas across asset classes and geographies. HSBC Global Macro Strategist also complements our multi- asset efforts on asset allocation with actionable trades; to subscribe please click here Theme 1: US growth divide: This theme has recently emerged in our client conversatio ...

Summary of Key Takeaways from Brazilian Corporates Conference Call Industry Overview - **Investor Trip**: BofA's 12th Brazil investor trip highlighted a stark sectoral divide and a defensive corporate posture among Brazilian corporates, with a focus on deleveraging and liquidity preservation in a challenging environment [1][2][3] - **Corporate Bond Performance**: Brazilian corporate bonds (EBRZ index) have underperformed with a total return of +3.5% YTD compared to LatAm (+8.9%) and EM (+7.5%) [1] Core Themes - **Deleveraging Strategy**: Companies are prioritizing deleveraging due to increased leverage and high local interest rates (15%), leading to postponed investments and accelerated asset sales [3][4] - **Sectoral Divide**: Sectors like Oil & Gas services, protein, and logistics are performing well, while industrial sectors such as steel and petrochemicals face margin compression due to low-cost imports, particularly from China [4][11] Credit Events and Market Sentiment - **Contagion Fears**: Recent credit events at Ambipar and Braskem have heightened investor scrutiny on balance sheets, potentially leading to a broader repricing of risk [2][4] - **Investor Preferences**: There is a growing emphasis on transparent governance and conservative financial policies among investors [2] Sector-Specific Insights - **Pulp & Paper**: The sector is navigating a downturn in pulp prices, with Suzano taking a leadership role through capacity cuts and diversification into consumer tissue [10] - **Metals & Mining**: The steel market is under pressure from Chinese oversupply, impacting CSN and Gerdau, while Vale remains focused on shareholder returns [11] - **Banking**: A bifurcation in credit quality is evident, with Itaú managing risks effectively while Banco do Brasil faces challenges in its agribusiness portfolio [12][51] - **Oil & Gas**: Petrobras is balancing investments with shareholder returns amid volatile Brent prices, while companies like Acelen are experiencing operational momentum [13][26] - **Agribusiness**: Adecoagro is facing significant margin squeezes despite high production volumes, with a focus on strategic acquisitions [19][37] Financial Health and Projections - **Banco do Brasil**: NPLs in agribusiness have reached 3.5%, prompting increased provisions to R$56 billion, with government intervention expected to stabilize the situation [51][52] - **Braskem**: The company is in crisis management mode, facing a prolonged downturn and cash burn estimated at $1 billion for 2025 [55][57] - **Acelen**: The refinery reported a significant reduction in operating costs from over $12/bbl in 2022 to $7.8/bbl in 1H25, with a positive outlook for diesel prices [26][27][33] Strategic Initiatives - **Acelen Renewables**: Plans for a $3 billion refinery project to produce sustainable aviation fuel and hydrotreated vegetable oil are underway [36] - **Adecoagro's Acquisition**: The acquisition of a stake in Profertil is seen as strategically beneficial despite potential near-term credit pressures [39][40] Conclusion - The Brazilian corporate landscape is characterized by a defensive posture, aggressive deleveraging strategies, and a clear sectoral divide influenced by both domestic and global economic factors. Investors are increasingly cautious, focusing on governance and financial health as key determinants for future investments.

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