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Hongkong Land pivots to fund management to expand across Asia

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Hongkong Land, a 137-year-old developer historically tied to Hong Kong's real estate market, is undergoing a significant transformation under new CEO Michael Smith. The company aims to shift its focus from being a direct property owner to a fund manager, attracting institutional co-investors to expand its presence across Asia. This strategic pivot is intended to diversify its business model and improve its valuation, which has been heavily correlated with Hong Kong's office rents. AI

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Hongkong Land pivots to fund management to expand across Asia

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Nicholas Gordon ·

    Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to loosen its ties to its home city

    Hong Kong currently makes up 60% of Hongkong Land's rental income; CEO Michael Smith, who took over in 2024, wants to get it down to 40%.

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