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Market turmoil likely to continue after BOJ’s hike, the US Fed’s decision to hold rates, and mixed data about the health of the world’s largest economy.

Japan finds itself at an inflection point, with equities finally back up to 1990 levels, and inflation on the rise after decades of deflation. But impending policy decisions by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will test the market’s resilience.

Japanese stocks have hit their highest level in decades. FinanceAsia sister title, AsianInvestor, asks industry experts how much longer the optimism can hold.

London will mark the location of HKEX’s second office outside of Asia, after New York. The announcement follows plans to open a European office, shared last year.

The Adani allegations have placed the importance of effective due diligence in the spotlight. AsianInvestor asked asset managers and analysts about common red flags investors can look for to avoid getting caught in such issues.

Minority shareholders risk losing out as Sinovac and Hollysys refuse to accept buyout offers. But, seemingly unfazed by the prospect of delisting, will the firms pursue value creation elsewhere?

Sophie Qian will relocate from New York to Singapore later this year.

Last week the firm launched two new app-based products, iCash and iTradeSyariah, which offer Singapore and Indonesia-based investors access to Shariah-compliant stocks.

Eric Jungers and Jean-François Mastrangelo take on new Hong Kong-based roles within the French bank, starting July 1.