Economy

Hong Kong SME sentiment weakens in January

The current DI on business receipts remained below the 50 threshold. 
3 days ago

Minimum wage hike to boost workers’ hourly pay to $43.10

The new hourly rate will take effect on 1 May.
5 days ago

Unified tax incentive pushed in Hong Kong to lure global treasury hubs

This forms part of a four-pillar strategy to fuel growth in the city.

OTC dealers face tighter clearing tests under fixed annual periods

Fixed annual periods proposed under Clearing Rules.

Hong Kong activity cools amidst APAC expansion losing speed

Report flags capital markets adjusting as office assets return as the top pick since 2020.

Hong Kong crushes GBA rivals as business confidence surges to 57.9

Hong Kong's service hub status fuels surge as GBA rivals trail.

Foreign firms bring $69.4b into Hong Kong as 560 projects land in 2025

Job creation rises 57% as Mainland China tops source locations

HK-Türkiye investment pact takes effect Feb 4 to shield capital

Pact guarantees fair treatment and compensation for asset seizure

Inflation accelerates 1.4% on higher transport costs

The government signals inflation will stay “modest” despite spike.

SME AI adoption hits 55% as firms dodge paid software costs

Information and communications firms lead the tier with a 64% paid usage rate.

HK risks IP hub status as output efficiency lags South Korea

It remains a global leader in funding research but struggles to convert that capital into marketable patents and goods.

Justice Department sets up 13-member go-global advisory committee

Committee draws Mainland, Hong Kong experts to aid overseas expansion.

Foreign currency reserves edge down to $3.33t in December

Assets still cover 38% of M3, five times currency in circulation