Vinicy Chan
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EF Education First pauses $2b sale of China unit
The sale process is in limbo as bidders struggle to assess the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on its operations.
Tencent-backed WeDoctor said to pick banks for Hong Kong IPO
WeDoctor envisions raising at least $500 million and as much as $1 billion.
MicroPort picks banks for Hong Kong IPO of heart valve unit
An IPO could raise about $200 million to $300 million, giving the business a valuation of about $1 billion.
Investment bankers in Asia slowly head to work as Wall Street empties
While some deals are starting to get done, a surge in cases globally are putting major transactions on hold.
Nomura to cut office space in Hong Kong by year-end
Cost-cutting and fees from financing are expected to drive a rebound in profits for the investment bank.
Carlyle weighs sale of controlling stake in Japanese snack maker Oyatsu
A deal would pave the way to exit an investment the buyout firm made in 2014.
Coca Cola Bottlers Japan mulls sale of supplement, skincare unit Q’sai
The company is looking to hire an adviser to oversee the potential sale.
HK property major Wheelock’s largest shareholder makes take-private offer
Wheelock is offering shareholders a 52% premium to delist and become a private company.
Bain, Boyu Capital circle $500m HK-based clothing tag maker SML
MBK Partners has also lodged initial offer for the business.
Chinese group among bidders for stake in Portugal’s Brisa
Other bidders include Spain's Global Via Infraestructuras SA as well as Abertis Infraestructuras SA, which is bidding along with Singapore wealth fund
