Overview of Data Assets Valuation Methods

On August 21, 2023, the Ministry of Finance officially released the “Interim Provisions on Accounting Treatment of Enterprise Data Resources” (“Provisions”), which will be implemented from January 1, 2024.

AVISTA Becomes a Signatory of the BEC Net-zero Carbon Charter

We are pleased to announce that AVISTA has become an Action Signatory of the Business Environment Council (BEC) Net-zero Carbon Charter. The BEC Net-zero Carbon Charter is a city-wide initiative that brings together businesses in the collective effort to combat climate change.

Pathway for Establishing an Effective ESG Governance System

In recent years, HKEx has increasingly prioritized Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. The consultation paper released in April showcases HKEx’s commitment to enhancing the quality of ESG disclosures made by listed companies.

AVISTA Becomes a Corporate Member of Business Environment Council

We are pleased to announce that AVISTA has officially become a corporate member of the Business Environment Council. As a leading professional advisory firm dedicated to advancing sustainability, we are firmly committed to empowering our clients to unlock growth opportunities through our Sustainability and Climate Solutions.

China Appraisal Society Visited AVISTA Asset Appraisal (Beijing) Co., Ltd.

On June 16, 2023, the deputy secretary of the Party Committee of the China Appraisal Society (“CAS”) Mr. Yang Songtang and his delegation visited AVISTA Asset Appraisal (Beijing) Co., Ltd. (“AVISTA Appraisal”) to conduct in-depth research on how Hong Kong surveyors can better carry out appraisal work in mainland China. AVISTA Appraisal’s Founder and Managing

AVISTA [Ming Pao Column] Series: Carbon Credit Trading – A Key Driver for the Global Green Economy

Climate change is a major challenge that the world is facing today. The Emissions Trading System (ETS) provides a market mechanism for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by enabling companies to offset their carbon emissions generated from operations by purchasing carbon credits while offering economic incentives. Carbon markets can be divided into mandatory and voluntary markets.

AVISTA [Ming Pao Column] Series: Leveraging Big Data & Artificial Intelligence in ESG Performance Evaluation

In light of the heightened focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance in the corporate landscape, poor performance and negative news will have a significant impact on corporate development.

Shaping a Sustainable Brand: ESG Integration and Value Creation for Cross-border E-commerce Business

ESG has gradually risen to the top of the agenda for the Chinese cross-border e-commerce industry in recent years, with the sustainability concerns of overseas consumers intensifying.

IPO Journey: The Importance of ESG in IPO Process

The initial public offering (“IPO”) journey has never been straightforward. In addition to business-related financial metrics, evolving stakeholder expectations and heightening regulatory demands for resilient growth supported by well-articulated Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) strategy and performance have indicated that ESG and climate-related corporate mandates growingly tip the scales when it comes to a company’s

HKEx published Consultation Paper for Specialist Technology Companies Listing

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Ltd. (“HKEx” or the “Exchange”) published a consultation paper on 19 October 2022, seeking public feedback on proposals to expand Hong Kong’s existing listing regime to permit listings of Specialist Technology Companies. The consultation period will end on 18 December 2022.