Economy

Hong Kong seeks innovation and technology partnerships in Middle East

Chief executive John Lee will lead a delegation to Qatar and Kuwait.

Hong Kong firms hold back hiring amid trade policy tension

49% of Hong Kong businesses say they plan to postpone major investments.

Hong Kong OTC derivatives reporting re-write – Are you ready?

With early testing expected from June 2025, firms are encouraged to begin preparations now.

Financial secretary calls for strengthened cooperation amidst disruptions

Hong Kong supports the reform agenda which focuses on addressing climate change.

HKMA buys $7.8b to defend Hong Kong dollar peg: report

Aggregate balance will rise to HK$116.6b on May 7, 2025.

Economy grows 3.1% in Q1 amidst robust trade

However, the outlook is dampened by trade policy uncertainty.

Trump’s trade reboot clouds APAC outlook, CRE holds for now: report

APAC entered 2025 with economic momentum: Q1 GDP growth came in at 3.9%, matching pre-Trump levels.

HK, Zhejiang strengthen ties with new cooperation mechanism

The new mechanism covers 13 collaboration areas, with four agreements on I&T, housing, trade, and youth.

Inflation rises 1.4% YoY in March

Underlying inflation stood at 1%.

GBA business activity rises with broad-based gains in Q1 index

GBA business activity rises with broad-based gains in Q1 index

HK’s tax pact with Armenia in effect

Companies and residents of both places won't have to pay tax twice.

Gov’t to identify new growth points for logistics industry

The Transport and Logistics Bureau will adopt five major strategies, including exploring emerging markets.

ECIC launches support measures for firms facing US trade shifts

The measures will support SMEs, exporters, and local businesses.

GDP to slow in 2025 as US-China tensions hit trade: ADB

Economy is projected to grow by 2.3% in 2025, slightly below last year’s 2.5%, before inching up to 2.5% in 2026.