IPO fraud, China’s export boom, US inflation: 5 figures investors are watching

Hong Kong’s market regulators cracked down on fraud with a multibillion-dollar asset freeze, while mainland trade momentum surged on robust tech demand.

Meanwhile, mainland Chinese traders ramped up their exposure to local equities, and the city cemented its status as a top global destination for wealth philanthropy.

Here are some of the figures that have drawn the most market attention this week.

Hong Kong watchdogs freeze US$590 million Hong Kong’s securities watchdog moved against two groups...