Changes to listing rules
On 31 January this year, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx) announced certain amendments to the Main Board and GEM Listing Rules, many of which became effective on 31 March this year.
   

  Where in the world is everyone?
Most Asian countries experienced volatile M&A markets during 2003. However, merger and acquisition activity has shown a resurgence in 2004, according to M&A Asia.
   
  News about Grant Thornton Corporate Services Division
Grant Thornton's Corporate Services Division ("CSD") has merged with K Corporate Services Limited ("KCS") to form an independent and larger corporate services provider.
   
  Global New Markets Guide 2004
The Global New Markets Guide 2004 is the second annual survey of the growth stock markets around the world.
   
  International Business Owners Survey (IBOS) 2004
Grant Thornton's International Business Owners Survey (IBOS) 2004, covering 26 countries and over 6,900 companies worldwide, investigates business owners' views on economic and business trends.
   
 
(From left) Alison Wong, Peter Wong and Andrew Lam are new partners at Grant Thornton.
  New partners at Grant Thornton
Alison Wong, Peter Wong and Andrew Lam are appointed as new partners.
   
 
  Grant Thornton 55th anniversary
2004 is a significant year for Grant Thornton: the Firm is now 55 years old!
   
 
  Employee share plans
Employee share plans can help a company to attract and retain employees. However, before jumping on the bandwagon, every company should ensure that the plan works both commercially and from a taxation perspective.
   
 
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