Hong Kong Business

Is Hong Kong ready to reclaim its "air hub" role?
Fitch Ratings said the city's lifting of travel restrictions paved the way.
What Gen Zs want: 20% prefer unemployment than work for non-inclusive firms
Six in 10 Gen Zs said they need a firm that backs equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Immigration adjusts visa application requirements
Applicants must declare if they have a criminal record to obtain an entry visa beginning 19 June.
Housing Authority endorses policies for enhanced marking scheme for estate management
The marking scheme in public housing will take effect in the fourth quarter.
Hong Kong is 7th most attractive market for businesses: report
The market posted a score of 8.25 in a business environment.
Monthly income grew 62.5% to $19,500 in 2011-2021
But their share of the domestic household income fell 84.1%.
Hong Kong’s ZA Bank floats virtual asset trading services
The virtual bank also mulls launching US stock trading services in due course. 
Unemployment rate down 3% in February - April
The underemployment rate was unchanged at 1.2%.
Retirement anxiety: Less than half fear insufficient funds before retirement
The majority’s goal is to save more money in 2023.
Buildings Dep't OKs 19 construction plans in March
The department also issued 25 occupation permits.
Inflation up 2.1% in April
Prices of energy-related items, clothing and footwear, and takeaway food continued to rise.
Hang Seng organises $100m social loan for Unistress
This funding will entail establishing schools for children and transitional homes for low-income households.
Towngas, IDG Capital collect $5.55b for Zero-carbon fund
Local governments, institutions, and companies can use the fund to devise sustainability solutions.
Hong Kong Airlines to launch Nagoya flights in July
The flights will be available four times every week.
Hongkong Land reported lower profit in Q1
But the Group's Central portfolio delivered a strong performance.

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Media & Marketing 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.
Financial Services Bankers face sluggish hiring market, layoffs in Hong Kong
Industry insiders reveal how investment banks prioritize cost efficiency and productivity over hiring new employees.
Savills pioneers next-level virtual property tours in Hong Kong
Clients viewing 3D interactive models can see the whole property, tenants, and community.
HR & Education MBA competes with specialised postgrad programmes through AI
Providers now offer blockchain, ESG investing, and double degree programmes.
Markets 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.

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Is Hong Kong ready to reclaim its "air hub" role?
Fitch Ratings said the city's lifting of travel restrictions paved the way.
What Gen Zs want: 20% prefer unemployment than work for non-inclusive firms
Six in 10 Gen Zs said they need a firm that backs equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Immigration adjusts visa application requirements
Applicants must declare if they have a criminal record to obtain an entry visa beginning 19 June.
Housing Authority endorses policies for enhanced marking scheme for estate management
The marking scheme in public housing will take effect in the fourth quarter.
Hong Kong is 7th most attractive market for businesses: report
The market posted a score of 8.25 in a business environment.
Monthly income grew 62.5% to $19,500 in 2011-2021
But their share of the domestic household income fell 84.1%.
Hong Kong’s ZA Bank floats virtual asset trading services
The virtual bank also mulls launching US stock trading services in due course. 
Unemployment rate down 3% in February - April
The underemployment rate was unchanged at 1.2%.
Retirement anxiety: Less than half fear insufficient funds before retirement
The majority’s goal is to save more money in 2023.
Buildings Dep't OKs 19 construction plans in March
The department also issued 25 occupation permits.
Inflation up 2.1% in April
Prices of energy-related items, clothing and footwear, and takeaway food continued to rise.
Hang Seng organises $100m social loan for Unistress
This funding will entail establishing schools for children and transitional homes for low-income households.
Towngas, IDG Capital collect $5.55b for Zero-carbon fund
Local governments, institutions, and companies can use the fund to devise sustainability solutions.
Hong Kong Airlines to launch Nagoya flights in July
The flights will be available four times every week.
Hongkong Land reported lower profit in Q1
But the Group's Central portfolio delivered a strong performance.

Exclusives

Media & Marketing 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.
Financial Services Bankers face sluggish hiring market, layoffs in Hong Kong
Industry insiders reveal how investment banks prioritize cost efficiency and productivity over hiring new employees.
Savills pioneers next-level virtual property tours in Hong Kong
Clients viewing 3D interactive models can see the whole property, tenants, and community.
HR & Education MBA competes with specialised postgrad programmes through AI
Providers now offer blockchain, ESG investing, and double degree programmes.
Markets 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.

Join the Hong Kong Business community