Why China’s new sovereign bond sale in Hong Kong is drawing global interest

China’s Ministry of Finance is set to raise 15 billion yuan (US$2.22 billion) through a sovereign bond auction in Hong Kong, tapping international capital just days after the city launched a long-awaited tool designed to help global investors hedge against mainland bond market risks. The sale marks the fourth tranche o

HONG KONG, Aug 4 : Hong Kong's retail sales jumped 4.6 per cent in value in June from a year earlier to HK$31.5 billion ($4.02 billion), marking the 14th month of gains, government data showed on Tuesday.• In May, retail sales jumped 7.9 per cent on the year. • In volume terms, June retail sales increased 2.3 per cent