'Failed in London, Try Hong Kong' Fades as China Beckons

The video discusses the changes in Hong Kong's finance sector post-handover, highlighting Andrew Sullivan's career journey from a chartered surveyor to a finance professional. It explores the job market dynamics, emphasizing the willingness to offer opportunities to new entrants due to flexible labor laws. The discussion also covers governance and reporting improvements in the finance sector, noting historical practices like share manipulation and the gradual clampdown due to better reporting.

What was Andrew Sullivan's profession before entering the finance industry in Hong Kong?

• Chartered Surveyor

• Financial Analyst

• Investment Banker

• Chartered Accountant

What is a key factor that makes Hong Kong businesses willing to give opportunities to newcomers?

• Strict labor laws

• High demand for skilled workers

• Government incentives

• Flexibility in labor laws

How does the business culture in Hong Kong view a candidate's CV?

• It must be a perfect match for the job

• It is less important than character and ambition

• It should include international experience

• It must be verified by a third party

What historical practice in Hong Kong allowed certain shareholders to manipulate shares?

• Stock buybacks

• The corner in ropes

• Insider trading

• Pyramid schemes

What has improved the exposure of issues like cross holdings and inflated values in Hong Kong?

• Technological advancements

• Increased foreign investment

• Better reporting

• Stricter regulations