Economy

Over half of Hong Kong SMEs expects to overcome 5th COVID-19 wave

Whilst 57% see their revenue will remain the same or grow in the next three months.

Businesses OK lifting of flight ban on 9 countries, says gov’t

Businesses also welcomed the government’s shortened hotel quarantine period.

Government to launch next phase of Employment Support Scheme

The next round will be focused on helping SMEs. 

SME receipts diffusion index dips to 29.9 for February

The logistics and real estate sectors saw the most dips at 20 and 25.9, respectively.

OLA to continue subsidy efforts under Anti-Epidemic Fund's 6th round

The application period is set to last until 17 March.

Hong Kong falls 19 places to 77th in latest liveability rankings

COVID-19 restrictions and tightened press freedom contributed to the dip in the list. 

SMEs to receive half-price concession measures

It applies to new R&Ds, consultancy projects, and testing services.

Fifth Covid wave to lower residential sales volumes and retail sales: Moody's

Companies are expected to weather out disruptions for up to 6 months.

Gov't postpones retail green bonds launch

The postponement aimed to decrease the risk of COVID-19 spread.

About $1.26b of budget earmarked for tourism support

This follows the $3.8b earlier investment to make HK a tourism destination.

January exports rise 18.4% YoY

The total goods exports valued at $459.5b.

Chan allots $170b for economic revival

He hoped the stimulus would boost the 2022 economy by three percentage points.

How will businesses benefit from the 2022 budget proposal?

The government increased by $10b the funding under the Hong Kong Growth Portfolio.

2022 budget shows commitment to revive economy: PwC

The budget includes extensive COVID-19 measures and tax reforms.

Vax pass update to promote inoculation

More premises will be covered in the vaccine pass later this month.

HKMA records 0.4% increase in total deposits in December 2021

Local currency deposits, meanwhile, decreased by 0.8%.