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Alex Frew McMillan
As a free-lancer, he has written regularly for The New York Times, and is a contributor to TheStreet.com and Forbes. He has also written the occasional piece for publications such as The Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, The Australian, the Economist Intelligence Unit and CNBC.
He covered the September 11, 2001 attacks for CNN, writing the first reaction to the disaster from governments around the world, and wrote a series of well-regarded stories about greater China’s property slowdown for Reuters. His real-estate coverage has explained the importance of property trends for institutional investors as well as for individual property owners. He also covered the hedge-fund industry for six years and has focused on alternative as well as personal finance.
Since moving to Hong Kong from New York City 15 years ago, he has devoted himself to coverage of Asia, writing magazine stories and analysis pieces for Asian Investor, the South China Morning Post and the Straits Times, as well as many magazines. He has also made numerous appearances on both television and radio to discuss his work.
With a South African father and British mother, he took up a Morehead Scholarship to study in the United States, one of the best-known merit scholarships in the country, offered to candidates considered to have leadership potential.
He graduated with a degree in Journalism and English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with honors and distinction, and serves as co-chairman of the university's alumni association in Hong Kong. Besides reporting, he is also an avid tennis player, snowboarder and scuba diver, and is a PADI-certified divemaster.
Recent Articles By The Author
Asian Shares Hit Multi-Month Lows After Russian Attack at Ukraine Nuke Plant
Market indexes across Asia sunk on word of a fire breaking out at Europe's largest nuclear power plant.
China Must Claim 'Constructive' Role in Ukraine Talks
Beijing has so far sat on the fence when it comes to what it calls the Ukraine 'situation', not befitting its status as a superpower.
Indian Economy, Hong Kong Stocks Hurting Most in Asia
When India reports GDP later today, the numbers won't factor in the future heavy cost to the country of higher oil prices.
Asian Market Impact of Ukraine Invasion Revolves Around China
As the market selloff shows, Asia will not escape the Russia-Ukraine war's effects.
Markets Champion Alternative to More Marcos Rule in Philippines
'Bongbong' Marcos is the frontrunner heading toward presidential elections in the Philippines, but the private sector supports his rival.
Alibaba, Tencent Sites Added to U.S. 'Notorious Markets' List
Several of Asia's most-prominent e-commerce sites are enabling IP theft and fake-goods sales, according to the U.S. government.
Fashion Site Shein Looks Ready to Lead Chinese Return to Wall Street
The fast-fashion e-commerce operator is extending new roots into Singapore as Chinese companies try to work around restrictions on overseas listings.
Crown Enters End Game in A$8.9 Billion Sale to Blackstone
Australia's largest casino operator moves into final talks with Blackstone, and the board encourages investors to approve deal.
India Lays Plans to Take Government Insurer Public Via Largest-Ever IPO
The Life Insurance Corporation of India long held a monopoly on life insurance but will sell shares as part of the government's divestment plans.
Alibaba Jumps in Hong Kong as Softbank Denies Share Sale
China's leading e-commerce marketplace has seen its share price descend 60.1% off its highs.
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