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Why playing favourites with suppliers can backfire

Yang, Haibin • Yang, Haibin • 12 February 2026 • 5 mins read

Some may see favouring certain suppliers as a reward for good performance, but it can erode trust and collaboration across the supply chain Featured faculty: Yang Haibin Written by Pan Jingyi Global supply chains have been under pressure from trade tensions, geopolitical risks and rising logistics costs. In response, many companies are restructuring their supply […]

As counterfeits persist, can brands win the game?

Corporate Governance Innovation & Technology

Zhu, Kaijie • Zhu, Kaijie • 22 January 2026 • 5 mins read

The ever-increasing protective measures by the brands and harsher penalties by authorities can sometimes stimulate more fakes entering the markets Featured faculty: Zhu Kaijie Written by Joanne Madrid While innovation, craftsmanship and creativity have been praised as the force of modern industry, an intangible enemy is quietly lurking in the shadows. Counterfeits have aggressively spread across […]

How to use Google searches to spot corporate fraud

Corporate Governance

Zhang, Yinglei • Zhang, Yinglei • 18 December 2025 • 6 mins read

Each internet search leaves traces that tell a story about market demand, and a new study reveals its link to exposing fraud Featured faculty: Zhang Yinglei Written by Ellis Ng Earnings reports are the scoreboard of a company’s financial health. However, behind those soaring revenue numbers, the truth can sometimes be buried. Some firms inflate their […]

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Dasgupta, Sudipto • Dasgupta, Sudipto • 17 April 2025 • 6 mins read

Analysts offer valuable investment suggestions, but new research reveals the risks of over-relying on narrow information sources Featured faculty: Sudipto Dasgupta Written by Pan Jingyi While individuals often seek advice from familiar sources, seeking multiple opinions before making a decision could be more beneficial, echoing the wisdom of the saying, “Two heads are better than […]

To motivate independent directors, put them in the spotlight

Corporate Governance

Yang, George Yong • Yang, George Yong • 02 January 2025 • 6 mins read

The importance of independent directors in enhancing corporate governance is clear, but practice tells a different story. In China, public oversight can encourage them to raise the bar Featured faculty: George Yang Written by Putro Harnowo Many countries require listed companies to have independent directors sitting on their boards. These directors have no ties to […]

The risks of losing underwriters in direct listings

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Zhao, Meiling • Zhao, Meiling • 28 November 2024 • 5 mins read

Traditional ways of going public rely on investment banks to determine a company’s value and equity price. A new study shows its significance is actually greater than that By Ellis Ng Going public is a big step for companies intending to raise significant capital, reduce debt, and expand operations. Before taking that path, financial institutions […]

Debt overreliance poses crash risks for property developers

Corporate Governance

Tsang, Desmond Tak-ming • Tsang, Desmond Tak-ming • 19 September 2024 • 6 mins read

Recent study explores the impact of overborrowing on the risk of stock prices crashing among Chinese real estate firms and how the “three red lines” can create some stability By Ellis Ng In the past few decades, people across China have grown more and more interested in owning homes and in growing their savings by […]

Exposing real estate agent’s role in tax evasion

Consumer Behaviour Corporate Governance

Yang, Zoe Yang • Yang, Zoe Yang • 11 July 2024 • 6 mins read

New study sheds light on the involvement of real estate agents in tax evasion practices in China’s housing market, calling for regulatory measures and increased transparency By Pan Jingyi, Principal Writer, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK In a highly anticipated move, China’s top judicial authorities have recently declared that twin contracts or “yin-yang contracts”, which […]

More female investors don’t always spell allyship

Corporate Governance Social Responsibility

09 May 2024 • 6 mins read

While women face greater difficulties in the male-dominated entrepreneurial ecosystem, the increase of female investors may fail to close the gender gap By Pan Jingyi, Principal Writer, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Entrepreneurship provides ordinary people an opportunity for success, yet not everyone has equal access to achieve it. The glass ceilings are thicker for […]

Cultural diversity matters for corporate disclosure

Corporate Governance

Tseng, Kevin Chun-kai • Tseng, Kevin Chun-kai • 11 April 2024 • 5 mins read

A new study reveals that cultural diversity among investors can lead to abnormal stock trading volume, and firms headquartered in culturally diverse places are more prone to crash risk By Pan Jingyi, Principal Writer, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Corporate earnings can ultimately affect stock prices. In February, when chipmaker Nvidia announced its record-high quarterly […]

Predicting market trends with credit derivative insights

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Zhu, Chunmei • Zhu, Chunmei • 22 February 2024 • 7 mins read

Companies can greatly benefit from the wisdom of the credit default swap market and gain insights that enhance managerial learning, especially during uncertain times By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK With the looming threats of inflation and geopolitical tensions, staying on top of macroeconomic developments is crucial. The recent banking […]

Finding path forward after banking crisis

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Bain, Thomas • Bain, Thomas • 07 February 2024 • 7 mins read

The fall of Silicon Valley Bank and its ripple effects have left businesses wary. In light of the aftermath and market shifts, a banking expert at CUHK Business School offers guidance for navigating the unpredictable times ahead By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK All it took was two days for […]

Decoding property booms following corporate relocations

Consumer Behaviour Corporate Governance

Tsang, Desmond Tak-ming • Tsang, Desmond Tak-ming • Hu, Maggie Rong • 01 February 2024 • 6 mins read

A recent study uncovered the spillover effect of business migration on skyrocketing housing prices and cascading impacts on neighbouring districts, while revealing the formula for growth By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK “Location, location, location,” one of the most chanted slogans among real estate players, holds the key to unlocking […]

What and how to disclose when facing banking crisis

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Luo, Dan • Luo, Dan • 18 January 2024 • 6 mins read

Transparency is crucial for financial stability and preventing banking crisis. But what information should be disclosed? New research shows that revealing specific information can be the key By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK The world is still grappling with the shockwaves triggered by the rapid collapse of the Silicon Valley […]

How Drop in Home Prices Benefits Renters

Consumer Behaviour Corporate Governance

Hu, Maggie Rong • 04 January 2024 • 6 mins read

Tenants are more vulnerable to increased risk about their housing stability when the property market soars, but they can find relief when real estate slows down, a new study finds By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Access to affordable housing is a fundamental necessity, yet the scarcity of affordable homes […]

The Dark Side of Voluntary Carbon Disclosure

Corporate Governance Sustainability

Wu, Jing • Wu, Jing • 14 December 2023 • 6 mins read

Companies disclosing their carbon footprints often shrink their own environmental impact but end up outsourcing the responsibility to their upstream suppliers By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK The past couple of years have seen regulators worldwide cracking down on companies making unsubstantiated or seemingly climate-friendly claims. Such practice in reality […]

How to Get the Best CEO for the Right Pay

Corporate Governance

Zhuang, Zili • Zhuang, Zili • 24 August 2023 • 6 mins read

In mainland China, non-local CEOs attract higher salaries than local executives but do not bring about greater economic growth for their firms, a new study shows By Lisa Kennedy A higher salary plus a generous relocation package is a time-honoured way of inducing talented executives to move home for a new position at the head […]

Hidden Conflict: How Companies Benefit from Charitable Giving

Corporate Governance

• Ahn, Changhyun • 02 March 2023 • 8 mins read

Study finds that public charities with corporate directors on their boards more likely to lobby on behalf of the connected corporation’s interests

Why Meta Shareholders Can Do Little About Mark Zuckerberg

Corporate Governance

29 November 2022 • 3 mins read

Meta's business performance and Mark Zuckerberg's sacking 11,000 workers are cautionary tales for shareholders, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner

Escaping from the Dilemma of Corporate Bribery

Corporate Governance

Wenrui, Zhang • 28 April 2022 • 8 mins read

CUHK research finds firms located in regions with more corruption cases protect themselves by speeding the recognition of bad news and delaying the recognition of good news

Does Guanxi Among Auditors Defeat the Purpose of Auditor Rotation?

Corporate Governance

Wu, Donghui • Wu, Donghui • 17 February 2022 • 6 mins read

The purpose of mandatory auditor rotation is to prevent accounting fraud but the close connections between incoming and outgoing auditors raise questions on the effectiveness of the practice in China

China Business Knowledge@CUHK’s Top 10 Articles in 2021

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Jin, Jenny Qianran, Makino, Shige, , Liu, Ming, Yuen, Andrew Chi-lok, Tse, Edward Cho-che, , Cisternas Vera, Francisco, Li, Wendong, Lau, Dora Chi-sun, Cao, Ying • Jin, Jenny Qianran • Makino, Shige • Fong, Wai-ming • Liu, Ming • Yuen, Andrew Chi-lok • Tse, Edward Cho-che • Hong, Ying-yi • Cisternas Vera, Francisco • Li, Wendong • Hu, Maggie Rong • Lau, Dora Chi-sun • Cao, Ying • 29 December 2021 • 4 mins read

From global supply chain shortages to inflation fears and rising concerns over climate change, for many people doing business in 2021 was probably fraught with a high degree of uncertainty. To illuminate the way ahead, here are this year’s 10 most popular articles, featuring our cutting edge research and expert insights

Are Private Firms More Likely to Break the Rules in China?

Corporate Governance

Yang, Haibin • Yang, Haibin • 09 December 2021 • 7 mins read

Research finds private companies in China are more likely to engage in illegal activities than state-owned enterprises because their lower perceived status limits their access to government-controlled resources

Responding to Activist Short Seller Attacks

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Brendel, Janja • Brendel, Janja • 25 November 2021 • 8 mins read

Research finds that companies that do not respond to activist short sellers’ allegations are associated with fewer stock price declines and fewer other negative outcomes

Why Evergrande’s Executives Can Expect a Fate Worse Than Debt

Corporate Governance

12 October 2021 • 4 mins read

The Chinese government could mitigate economic fallout while deterring corrupt behaviour in addressing the Evergrande crisis

Peering Through the Kaleidoscope of ESG Rating Confusion

Corporate Governance Sustainability

Si Cheng • 23 September 2021 • 7 mins read

Research points out that the inconsistent ESG scores provided by different rating agencies create confusion and can deter investors from buying green stocks

When American Firms Misbehave, Chinese Companies Pay the Price

Corporate Governance

21 June 2021 • 6 mins read

“Guilt by association” in US financial markets appears to be driven by investors’ prejudice against Chinese firms

What is the Role of Large Shareholders in Monitoring Corporate Performance?

Corporate Governance

Zhuang, Zili • Zhuang, Zili • 20 May 2021 • 8 mins read

Research in China suggests that increased stock liquidity provides large shareholders incentives to enhance monitoring activities and improve corporate governance

Is There an Ulterior Motive Behind Corporate China’s Charitable Streak?

Corporate Governance Social Responsibility

Jinfan Zhang • 29 April 2021 • 6 mins read

Research reveals that many Chinese corporations donate in the hopes of receiving favours from government officials

How Political Turnover Affects Tax Avoidance Among China’s SOEs

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Wu, Donghui • Wu, Donghui • 15 April 2021 • 6 mins read

Research study reveals China’s state-owned enterprises engage in less tax avoidance behaviour in with a view to receiving subsidies or political favours from newly appointed local government officials

Can Traceable Product Labels Ensure Product Quality and Authenticity?

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Zhu, Kaijie • Zhu, Kaijie • 21 January 2021 • 8 mins read

CUHK research suggests that adopting traceability in product label systems may increase the burden on product certification organisations in quality assurance

Short Selling in Emerging Markets: Good News or Bad?

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Young, Danqing • Young, Danqing • 15 October 2020 • 5 mins read

CUHK research study finds short selling could reduce bad news hoarding in emerging markets

The Audit Cost of Being on China’s Hurun Rich List

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Wu, Donghui • Wu, Donghui • 23 January 2020 • 5 mins read

Research finds auditors tend to charge higher fees or use stronger language in audit opinions against clients listed on China’s rich list

How Observing Punishment Affects Potential Offenders: A China Study

Corporate Governance Economics & Finance

Xie jin • 13 December 2018 • 5 mins read

CUHK research reveals an alternative and inexpensive mechanism governing listed SOEs.

Corporate Governance in China: Risks and Opportunities

Corporate Governance

03 September 2014 • 7 mins read

What do potential investors need to know about corporate governance when investing in Chinese firms? What is the key to success?

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