Sources: Didi begins informal talks with the Hong Kong stock exchange about a public listing, as it courts state-backed groups to placate the Chinese government (Financial Times)

Financial Times:
Sources: Didi begins informal talks with the Hong Kong stock exchange about a public listing, as it courts state-backed groups to placate the Chinese government  —  China’s leading ride-hailing app has begun negotiations — but obstacles are significant  —  Didi has begun informal discussions …