DSBJ Launches Hong Kong IPO to Raise Up to HK$10.67 Billion; Alibaba Among 20 Cornerstone Investors
DSBJ has launched its Hong Kong IPO, aiming to raise up to HK$10.67 billion. The IPO has 20 cornerstone investors, including Alibaba.
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Leave your emailDSBJ has launched its Hong Kong IPO, aiming to raise up to HK$10.67 billion. The IPO has 20 cornerstone investors, including Alibaba.
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