Asian equities were mixed overnight following Apple’s earnings “beat” as Hong Kong outperformed, India underperformed, and Japan was closed for Constitution Day, which is the celebration of the 1947 Constitution. ( read original story ...)
US law firm Sidley Austin to close Shanghai office
Chicago-founded 2,300-lawyer Sidley Austin said on Friday that it will shutter its Shanghai office, relocating staff and consolidating its China operations in Hong Kong and Beijing by September. "We ... ( read original story ...)
China’s IPO Drought Worsens
China has seen a significant decrease in IPO activity in recent months and the decline could worsen as regulators increase scrutiny. ( read original story ...)
China Closures Continue as Sidley and Weil Shutter Shanghai Offices
U.S. law firm closures in mainland China are picking up pace amid concerns around data security as well as a prolonged market downturn. ( read original story ...)
Three-time US Olympian Emma Coburn says Paris dream ‘is over’ after ankle fracture and surgery
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Three-time U.S. Olympian Emma Coburn says her “dream of Paris is over” after breaking her ankle at the Diamond League meet in Shanghai and undergoing surgery. Coburn, who won a ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai offers international transit passengers free half-day city tour
SHANGHAI: Shanghai offers international transit passengers whose transfer time exceeds eight hours its first "free half-day tour" programme, reported the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture ... ( read original story ...)
Sundaes in Shanghai: Dairy Queen expands global empire
Though a small part of Warren Buffett's business empire since 1998, the 84-year-old ice cream company is well-loved by shareholders, Bader said. "Dairy Queen is one of their favorites because it has a ... ( read original story ...)