Economy

Hong Kong braces for 4.58 million passengers on Ching Ming

Outbound and inbound passengers using land are expected to be high on April 4 and 6.
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Hong Kong tech hub risks delay amidst labour, tenant concerns

The development will take at least 10 to 15 years to fully materialise and current market conditions could slow momentum.
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Gov’t to boost economic ties with Hainan under new pact

Hong Kong will support Hainan’s expansion into the global market.
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Exports up 15.4% to $327.9b in February on Asia growth

Total exports to Vietnam more than doubled during the month.

Employment down 0.3% in Dec 2024

Over 2.71 million people were employed across key industries in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong records BOP surplus of $31.4b in Q4 2024

The current account recorded a surplus of $96.3b.

Property-related income essential for GREs’ services: report

The reports forecasts the Urban Renewal Authority would receive extraordinary support.

GDP expands by 2.5% in 2024

Value added in all service activities taken together increased by 2.2% in 2024.

Gov’t rolls out first batch of low-altitude pilot projects

These initiatives cover emergency rescue, logistics, safety inspections, and surveillance, amongst others.

Hong Kong takes third spot in global financial centres index

Hong Kong’s overall rating rose by 11 points.

Consumer prices up 1.4% in February

Prices rose in categories such as housing, transport, and electricity.

HKMA issues caution after Fed holds interest rates steady

Federal funds target range remains unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%.

New immigration scheme seeks to boost HK economy

Policy bureaus and departments will invite ASEAN nationals who can boost Hong Kong's economy.

Gross national income up 7.1% YoY to $898.6b in Q4 2024

Hong Kong’s gross national income (GNI) grew 7.1% year-on-year to $898.6b in the fourth quarter of 2024, exceeding the 5.3% increase in gross domestic...

Trade volume declines in January

Exports to Vietnam surged by 65.9%.

Business receipts value up YoY in Q4 2024

A double-digit increase was recorded in financing, insurance, and transportation.