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Hang Seng Bank announced HK$3b share buyback programme

Independent broker Merril Lynch will execute all buybacks.

Citi Hong Kong unveils mobile account lock feature

Customers can temporarily disable access to transaction services via the app.

DBS Hong Kong announces HK$350m green loan with Kwoon Chung Bus

This is the bank’s second SLL loan with the company.

Hong Kong's growth dips amidst high policy rates

The expansion will be driven by the recovery of tourism, and consumer spending.

Unethical conduct results in harsh HKIA ban

The agent was found pocketing a policyholder’s deposits, causing a policy relapse.

Giordano shareholders vote to oust CEO

Around 66.07% voted in favour of his removal.

Parents' financial influence strong amongst Hong Kong adults

Nearly half of them (46%) are attempting to counteract their parents' bad habits.

Hong Kong authorities probe CLP Power for voltage dip incident

CLP Power Hong Kong was requested to submit a report regarding the incident.

HK sets guidelines for travel incentive scheme 

Agencies can receive up to $400 in incentives under the scheme.

Share option adoption doubles, share awards quintuple in decade

Healthcare (58.7%) and IT (46.6%) sectors lead in share award adoption. 

Visa tokens bring $15b to Asia Pacific digital commerce in 2023

The company said Visa token issued has so far reached 1 billion.

Ripple to issue US-backed stablecoin to bring more liquidity to XRP Ledger

The cryptocurrency will initially be available on XRP Ledger and Ethereum blockchains.

Home Prices see a slight rise after stamp duty cut

It rose 0.62% week-on-week from 11 March to 17 March.