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Can Hong Kong retain the global IPO crown as US rivals step up game?

The number of listings in Q1 fell short of last year’s record with only US$4.63b raised across 52 deals in May.

Can Hong Kong retain the global IPO crown as US rivals step up game?

The number of listings in Q1 fell short of last year’s record with only US$4.63b raised across 52 deals in May.

Tech and finance jobs buck salary stagnation trend in Hong Kong

In-demand programmers and regulatory specialists can command a 30% raise.

How Manulife is breaking growth ceilings in rapidly ageing and costly Hong Kong

Customer satisfaction is quantified at Manulife which puts the customer at the centre of everything it does.

How YouTrip is taking away the pain of overseas payment

The fintech startup helps its users save up to 3.5% on transaction fees and can even go as high as 5% in some cases.

Bill Gates-backed biotech in diagnostic push

PHASE Scientific's product portfolio has expanded to include major infectious diseases such as hepatitis and influenza.

ICW on digitising the supply chain

The firm works by connecting various international laboratories, making use of its big databases, artificial intelligence and team.

The Great Room debuts at One Taikoo Place

The 24,000-sqft premium co-working space targets established corporates.

Small firms tap deep pockets for big disputes

Companies that run into a dispute can gain access to funding partners - such as publicly listed firms and high-net-worth individuals in China.

Look out, Starbucks: WeWork to launch charge-by-minute service

WeWork Go users need only scan a QR code upon arrival to start working.

How can local brands tug at Hong Kong consumers' heartstrings?

Only 7% of locals will choose homegrown brands over global ones, a study found. More people across the world have been putting their money to their...

HK startups cash in on strong VC flows

This year’s crop of hottest startups includes Hong Kong’s first virtual insurer; a firm aiming to revolutionise the renovation industry and a Virtual...

Hong Kong shapes up in heating virtual banking race

The first batch of licensees were granted to applicants with experience in running a deposit-taking and lending business.

New players enter scene but an iconic hotel exits

The Excelsior will be transformed into a mixed-use commercial building.

Spaces unveils sleek 20-storey co-working hub

A pristine view of Victoria Harbour can be viewed at its top floor.

Fitness app developer OliveX nabs US$1m funding

Fasting tracker Vora is part of the developer's offerings.

HKDecoman raises US$1.4m to revamp Hong Kong's home renovation industry

It offers a one-stop shop including a physical outlet stocked with tools and an online marketplace.