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Language requirement bars HK firms from attracting foreign talent
An HR expert advises firms to re-assess ‘baked-in’ job fit expectations.
Language requirement bars HK firms from attracting foreign talent
An HR expert advises firms to re-assess ‘baked-in’ job fit expectations.
Sun Hung Kai Properties’ new Aparthotel targets young professionals
TOWNPLACE WEST KOWLOON offers incredibly flexible lease terms in a modern and upbeat community.
New bill positions Hong Kong as a more attractive hub for single family offices
Experts say the city’s tax incentive regime is less stringent than Singapore’s.
HK reducing misuse of sick leave notes with digital certificate
Experts advise employers to ensure proper data storage in response to the development.
Government shields Hong Kong’s local MNEs from EU’s tax defensive measures
Hong Kong introduces foreign source income exemption regime (FSIE) to benefit local MNEs if certain requirements are met.
Digitalisation, decarbonisation drive M&A deals in APAC
In Q1, technology, media and telecom (TMT) was the busiest sector in the Asia Pacific by volume with 622 deals.
‘Wall-less’ office tears down barriers to collaboration amongst AnyMind’s creatives
The office opens up for employees to collaborate, relax, feed off one another’s energy, and enjoy ‘happy hour’ and ‘mental space.’
Auction houses thrive on Asian millennials’ art-buying power
Millennials are seen to be particularly drawn to contemporary art as growth for Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips are highly anticipated in art hubs Hong Kong and Singapore.
Phillips’ ‘minimalist’ HQ showcases diverse collection of Asia’s finest art
The 50,000-square-foot headquarters features a purposely built auction room on the ground floor.
Hong Kong’s livi bank launches game-changing app for SMEs
Going fully digital on opening accounts and approving quick loans to SMEs raises ‘livi Business’ disbursements to over HK$70m (US$8.9m) as of end-April.
5 ways to ensure brand growth when working with micro-influencers
Businesses confirm ‘micro is mighty’ as brands make US$5.78 per US$1 spent on influencer marketing.
Bankers face sluggish hiring market, layoffs in Hong Kong
Industry insiders reveal how investment banks prioritize cost efficiency and productivity over hiring new employees.
Startup enables business to capitalise on regulatory changes with predictive insights
Bilby.AI predicts regulations by tracking over 100,000 entities in China.
Savills pioneers next-level virtual property tours in Hong Kong
Clients viewing 3D interactive models can see the whole property, tenants, and community.
MBA competes with specialised postgrad programmes through AI
Providers now offer blockchain, ESG investing, and double degree programmes.
New bill slashes transaction costs for Hong Kong market makers
The government gazetted a bill waiving stamp duty payable on certain transactions relating to dual-counter stock.
Gov’t needs to review valuations to ensure success of land sale programme – experts
Colliers estimates Hong Kong land revenue last year only 50% of target.
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