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More and bigger IPO deals in Hong Kong expected this year

The IPO pipeline will be bolstered by relaxed monetary policy.

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More and bigger IPO deals in Hong Kong expected this year

The IPO pipeline will be bolstered by relaxed monetary policy.

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Chinese fast-food chains eye Hong Kong listing

They are using the city as a testbed for further expansion overseas.

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Shenzhen tourists spur Hong Kong retail demand

A more lenient entry policy is benefiting tourism-related sectors.

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Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups

Early-stage startups in Hong Kong have raised $23.3m this year.

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More building arbiters wanted as Hong Kong quickens dispute process

Lawyers, surveyors, engineers, and architects with a track record in handling claims will be in demand.

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‘Top talent’ lured by Hong Kong can’t find jobs

Critics say the job program is too broad and not diverse enough.

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HDI Global sees insurance opportunity in East Asia’s renewable energy boom

The company plans to hire underwriters who understand the RE language, says Hong Kong branch CEO Michael Ahn.

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Hong Kong’s new treasury rules may spur demand for legal, accounting advice

Listed companies may use repurchased stocks to fund investment and capital needs.

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Hong Kong’s job-hopping insurance workers may see bigger pay

They should expect a salary hike of as much as 15%.

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Code-Create uses AI for quick fashion

The tool promises to speed up the design process by more than 60%.

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Kai Tak Sports Park needs strong event pitch to attract visitors

Hong Kong’s biggest stadium may need to host 150 events of different sizes yearly to be commercially viable.

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Retailers to benefit from reinstatement cost write-off

The tax relief is welcome, but costs would still dictate the decision to move.

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Primus Labs pushes internet ownership and control through Web3

The company can rebuild Web2 apps in Web3 using advanced cryptographic tools.

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Cathoven AI cuts language teachers’ grading workload

The startup has created a smart helper that also helps students learn faster.

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Eat100 eyes more restaurants to cut food scraps

The startup plans to save about 62,400 kilos of food waste in 2025.

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South African fintechs look to Hong Kong for funding

Tax perks and access to Africa await foreign investors.

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Low rents attract F&B brands to Hong Kong

Food and beverage account for 71% of new foreign retail entrants, according to JLL.

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