HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute

02/11/2026

China’s PMI falls back to 49.3 in October, indicating renewed downward pressure on the manufacturing sector. https://ustlfsci.hkust.edu.hk/periodicals/pmi-report-china-manufacturing-october-2026

16/10/2026

Great to partner with Division of Public Policy for an insightful session! Sincere thanks to our distinguished speakers, Mr. Manu Bhaskaran and Prof. Donald Low, and to all attendees for an engaging discussion. Stay tuned for more upcoming initiatives from the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute!

On 13 October 2026, the Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute successfully co-hosted a talk-and-dialogue session examining the shifting trade and industrial landscape across Asia.

Mr. Manu Bhaskaran, CEO of Centennial Asia Advisors, and Prof. Donald Low, Director of Leadership and Public Policy Executive Education, engaged the audience in a critical discussion on whether shifting Chinese supply chains are truly boosting Southeast Asia or turning the region into a mere "tariff shelter". The insightful perspectives resonated strongly with the attendees, providing valuable takeaways for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this engaging session. Stay tuned for more inspiring exchanges from the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute!

07/10/2026

[𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫] 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐚𝐫-𝐭𝐡𝐲-𝐍𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫: 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚?

The Division of Public Policy (PPOL), in collaboration with HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute, cordially invites you to attend a talk-and-dialogue session entitled "Productivity Boost or Beggar-thy-Neighbour: Are shifts in Chinese supply chains benefitting or squeezing Southeast Asia?", featuring Manu Bhaskaran, CEO of Centennial Asia Advisors.

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how shifts in Chinese supply chains are reshaping Southeast Asian economies, creating new opportunities while presenting fresh challenges.

Register now 👉https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5dPcLAv3xmKadsq

02/10/2026

China’s PMI rises to 50.1 in September, indicating recovery in the manufacturing sector. https://ustlfsci.hkust.edu.hk/periodicals/pmi-report-china-manufacturing-september-2026

25/09/2026

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! May the round moon bring you a happy family and a successful future.

08/09/2026

Hosted by the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute, the Global Supply Chain Research Symposium was successfully held at the HKUST Clear Water Bay Campus on 5 September 2026.

We were honoured to kick off the symposium with opening remarks by Prof. Frederik Anseel, Dean of School of Business and Management at HKUST, and welcoming remarks by Prof. Qing Li, Director of HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute.

Honorable guests and speakers included Prof. Panos Kouvelis, Emerson Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain, Operations, and Technology at Washington University in St. Louis, Ms. Pamela Mar, Managing Director of Digital Standards Initiative of the International Chamber of Commerce, Prof. Hau Lee, Thoma Professor of Operations, Information, and Technology at Stanford University, Mr. Ed Lam, Co-Founder and CEO of LFX, Prof. Henry Ko, Founder & CEO of FUNDel Limited and Ms. Helen Hui, Advisory Board Member of HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute; together with other distinguished professors from HKUST.

The event brought together leading scholars and industry executives to explore the future of supply chain management, economics, and technology. Featuring insightful keynotes and dynamic panel discussions, the symposium served as a vibrant platform for cross-sector dialogue between academia and business, fostering remarkable intellectual exchange throughout the day.

A heartfelt thank you to all speakers and attendees whose active participation made this event an unforgettable success.

Explore future updates via our event website: https://gscc.hkust.edu.hk/

04/09/2026

We were honored to host Prof. Panos Kouvelis from Washington University for today's HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute Seminar. His talk, "Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL): The Hidden Effects of Consumer Liquidity on Retail Prices and Inventories," provided compelling insights into how BNPL contracts reshape retail pricing and inventory decisions. Prof. Kouvelis demonstrated that while BNPL adoption generally drives up equilibrium prices, its profitability depends heavily on specific product and market characteristics.

Thank you to Prof. Kouvelis and all participants for a thought-provoking discussion. Stay tuned for more intellectual exchanges from the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute!

31/08/2026

China’s PMI rebounds to 49.8 in August, indicating easing downward pressure on the manufacturing sector. https://ustlfsci.hkust.edu.hk/periodicals/pmi-report-china-manufacturing-august-2026

11/08/2026

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐊𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐋𝐢 & 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!

We are thrilled to announce an upcoming seminar featuring the distinguished Professor Panos Kouvelis from the Olin Business School, Washington University in St. Louis.

Date: 4 September 2026 (Friday)
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue: Room G003, LSK Business Building, HKUST, Clear Water Bay

In this session, Professor Kouvelis will explore the timely topic of "Buy Now Pay Later: The Hidden Effects of Consumer Liquidity on Retail Prices and Inventories." Motivated by the rapid adoption of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) contracts, the seminar will uncover how consumer liquidity—a critical market friction—impacts retail pricing and inventory strategies. Join us to gain fresh insights into the long-term effects on retailer profit, product availability, and consumer surplus, and learn why BNPL financing might not always be a profitable choice for all retail markets.

Reserve your spot now 👉: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DrHfKN1i8k?origin=lprLink

You are also welcomed to join by zoom: https://hkust.zoom.us/j/93157485658?pwd=043J2YXtc7Q3koNumC2J9D37WOc1QE.1

31/07/2026

China’s PMI drops to 49.2 in July, indicating contraction in the manufacturing sector. https://ustlfsci.hkust.edu.hk/periodicals/pmi-report-china-manufacturing-july-2026