QS: Kellogg-HKUST EMBA Ranked 5th in the World (Apr 30)
According to a Sing Tao Headline report, in the latest QS Global EMBA Rankings, the Kellogg-HKUST EMBA program has been ranked 5th globally, rising one spot from last year and maintaining its top position in HK. CityU made its debut on the list at 58th, while CUHK's EMBA program ranked 53rd, falling by 14 places compared to last year.
Two Kinds of Talent (Apr 29)
A study undertaken by Asst. Prof. Zachariah BROWN, Dept of Management, in collaboration with professors from Columbia University, found that success is defined by two dimensions: socially oriented and technically focused.
Decentralized Prediction Markets (Apr 27)
In an HK Economic Journal column article, Assoc. Provost (Academic Development) Prof. HUI Kai-Lung offered a critical analysis of decentralized prediction markets, questioning their theoretical foundations and highlighting the ethical and regulatory risks.
Financial Information Triggering Abnormal Trades (Apr 25)
In an HK Economic Journal column article, Prof. LOU Dong, Director of HKUST Institute for Financial Research, explored how financial information spreads among investors like a “social contagion” to trigger abnormal trades.
US-Israel War on Iran Threatens Geopolitical Order (Apr 24)
In a Master Insight column article on the US-Israel war on Iran, Prof. Emeritus Francis LUI, Dept of Economics, argued that the current situation is far more dangerous than the Russia-Ukraine war, as it threatens to fundamentally upend the global geopolitical order.
Disposition Effects in Stock Investing (Apr 24)
HK Economic Times published an article by Assoc. Prof. Darwin CHOI, Assoc. Head of Dept of Finance, on the disposition effects in stock investing.
Evaluating AI Agent Development (Apr 23)
Various media reported that during a salon event themed AI agents taking over on-chain permissions in the era of Web 4.0, Assoc. Provost (Academic Development) Prof. Hui Kai-Lung noted that current differences among AI agents lead to varied user experiences but not breakthroughs.
(Huanqiu.com, sina.com, sina.com2, looktmt.com)
Korea’s Higher Education Push Stalls as Foreign Faculty Numbers Decline (Apr 22)
In an article published in The Korea Times on the declining number of foreign faculty at Korean universities due to rising living costs, Prof. LIM Woo-Young, Head of Dept of Economics, was quoted as saying that HKUST proactively addresses the issue through robust support measures, including diverse housing options.
Sharing Insights on Real-World Assets (RWA) (Apr 22)
Wen Wei Po reported that Head of HKUST's Institute for Financial Research Prof. TANG Bo, among three other guests, attended the HK Web3 Festival's round-table session titled "From Asset Filing to On-Chain Issuance: Bridging the Last Mile of Cross-Border Compliance for RWA".
Recognizing Excellence in Finance (Apr 22)
According to Ming Pao, Assoc. Prof. Darwin Choi, Assoc. Head of Dept of Finance, is serving as a member of the professional judging panel in the "Awards for Excellence in Finance", hosted by Ming Pao to recognize outstanding companies across the financial sector.
AI is advancing. Now it’s up to humans to redefine their worth (Apr 20)
In an SCMP article, Assoc. Provost (Academic Development) Prof. Hui Kai-Lung addressed how AI is transforming job markets and academic norms, arguing for a redefinition of what it means to be “educated”. He contended that rather than viewing AI as the end of learning, teaching professionals must embrace the fact that new technologies, such as AI, render certain old knowledge obsolete, making it incumbent to refresh curricula and construct the knowledge of the future. In a separate article published in HK Economic Journal Prof. Hui discussed the rise of prediction markets.
Enhancing HK’s ability to Attract and Retain Wealth (Apr 18)
An HK Economic Times article by Prof. Winnie Peng, Director of Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office, wrote about a city’s ability to attract and retain wealth.
Fostering Sense of Responsibility in Youth (Apr 17)
In a Master Insight column article, Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Dept of Economics, argued that fostering a sense of responsibility and resilience in the younger generation is more critical than mere knowledge transfer.
Further Corrections Likely in HK Property Market (Apr 16)
In an HK Economic Journal column article on HK's property market, Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Paul YIP Sau-Leung, Dept of Economics, argued that despite claims of a recovery, the local property market is likely to face further corrections due to unsustainable high prices. In an HK Economic Journal interview, he said that the continued overcorrection of the property market will be determined by developers' financial viability.
Unlocking Business Potential in Internet of Everything (Apr 13)
In an HK Economic Journal article, Assoc. Provost (Academic Development) Prof. Hui Kai-Lung discussed the business opportunities brought by the development of Internet of Everything. While the internet was a social revolution that changed human behavior, Prof. Hui noted that the next phase – driven by AI integration – requires global consensus on security and ethics to ensure that "smart connectivity" benefits all of society.
R&D Investments Bring Higher Stock Returns (Apr 11)
In an Edigest column article, Assoc. Prof. WANG Shiheng, Dept of Accounting, wrote about how firms that invest heavily in R&D tend to achieve higher stock returns.
Empower HK’s Industries with “Finance+” Strategy (Apr 10)
An HK Economic Times article by Chair Prof. LI Jiatao, Dept of Management, looks into how the “Finance+” strategy pursued by the HK SAR Government can help foster growth in different industries.
China Boosts Domestic Consumption to Withstand Geopolitical Instability (Apr 4)
A column article by Prof. JIN Keyu, Dept of Finance, delved into China's determination to boost domestic consumption to withstand geopolitical instability. China’s shift to a consumption-led model is not only about rebalancing growth, but also about anchoring it more firmly at home. She emphasized that stronger domestic demand offer insulation from external shocks. Together with developed capital markets, it can go a long way toward strengthening autonomy.
(Channelnewasia.com, hkej, PressNewsAgency, AsiaTimes)
Strategic Use of Voluntary Disclosures by Corporations (Apr 4)
An HK Economic Journal article by Assoc. Prof. WANG Shiheng, Dept of Accounting, discussed how companies strategically use voluntary disclosures before external conferences to maximize the benefits of their participation. By timing the release of good news just before conferences, management can boost share prices, improve market reception of their presentations, and enhance long-term investor interest.
Tapping Opportunities from Medical Tourism in HK (Apr 3)
In an HK Economic Times column article by the Center for Business and Social Analytics Research Scholar Bruce JIN on tourism recovery in HK, it was mentioned that the Wisers-HKUST Tourism Index forecast visitor arrivals to fall in March from the February – a trend characterized as a normal seasonal adjustment.
Seeking Opportunities amid Middle East War Crisis (Apr 2)
An Master Insight article by Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Dept of Economics, looks into how HK should buck the trend to seek opportunities amid crisis during the Middle East war.