Economy
Hong Kong ranks 13th in global talent cities index
Hong Kong ranks 13th in global talent cities index
Leading cities remain key hubs for capital, talent, and decision-making despite rising talent and operating costs.
2 days ago
Hong Kong signs 43 deals with Kazakhstan firms
The agreements cover aviation, finance and trade, innovation and technology, among others.
2 days ago
Civil service pay indicators set at up to 4.12%
The net pay trend indicators will be among the factors considered for the 2026 to 2027 civil service pay adjustment.
4 days ago
Hong Kong to deepen Central Asia ties with Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan trade mission
The mission follows earlier logistics push as trade and investment links expand.
Inflation rate flat at 1.7% in April
Energy inputs lift consumer price index whilst overall rate remains unchanged.
External debt climbs to $16t at end-2025 as banking sector share shrinks
Nearly 97% of the sector's debt comprised short-term liabilities.
GDP expands 5.9% in Q1 on export surge
AI-linked exports powered growth.
Export volume rises 28.8% in March
Imports grew faster at 34.6%, whilst both export and import prices also increased.
Hong Kong stocks trail peers despite AI-driven global rebound
Hang Seng TECH underperforms peers as China growth holds up and IPO activity picks up.
HSBC upgrades GDP forecast on stronger domestic demand
The bank now expects the economy to grow 3.8% in 2026.
Q1 GDP growth beats expectations at 5.9%: analyst
Nomura raised its 2026 growth forecast to 4.8%.
Total exports rise 35.8% to $618.4b in March
Exports of non-ferrous metals spiked by 175.9%
Hong Kong GBA confidence eases in Q1, still holds above neutral
The index fell from Q4 but stayed above 50 as financial services support growth outlook.
SME growth hits record 68%
Confidence and solvency also reached survey highs.
Inflation rises to 1.7% in March
Fuel-related costs drove the faster price growth.
Jobless rate falls to 3.7%
Underemployment also eased to 1.6%.
HKPC, Malaysian manufacturers group sign ASEAN industry pact
MoU targets AI, Industry 4.0, and supply chains.
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