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Ways retailers can start waste reduction efforts amidst charging scheme delay

Experts recommend adopting mono-material packaging and encouraging naked shopping.

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Ways retailers can start waste reduction efforts amidst charging scheme delay

Experts recommend adopting mono-material packaging and encouraging naked shopping.

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Gen Zs taking over consumer preferences in APAC markets

Gen Z consumers are observed to purchase based on pleasure and purpose, whilst also taking into account cost and convenience.

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GUTolution’s custom probiotics address unique gut health needs

The start-up uses shotgun metagenomic sequencing to analyse a person’s gut microbiome.

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Wellness products key to thriving in Hong Kong's pet economy

In SHOPLINE, probiotics and crocodile meat supplements emerged as top pet products.

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Talent management crucial to effective ESG reporting

Hong Kong has made new GHG emission disclosure policies mandatory.

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KPay’s unified payment solutions platform propels SME growth

After expanding into Singapore, KPay aims to dominate APAC and serve over 1 million merchants.

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Investment banking layoffs intensify as IPOs and M&As dwindle

No, they are not headed to Singapore to hunt new jobs.

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Credit Data Smart ushers in new era of credit scoring

It’s expected to promote healthy competition and improve credit knowledge of locals.

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Privatisation deals drive M&A activity in Hong Kong

L’Occitane and China Traditional Chinese Medicine Holdings are among the companies delisting from HKEX.

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Niche crisis pushes Hong Kong towards green burials

Companies may offer boat trips for scattering ashes as interest in green burials rises.

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New arrangement eases IP suits between Mainland and Hong Kong

Firms in Hong Kong can now act against Mainland infringers without dual proceedings.

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Source Green’s bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions propel firms away from plastic packaging

F&B firms can source packaging made from wheat bran, bagasse, and areca palm.

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Why avocados are now a permanent part of Shake Shack Hong Kong's menu

The brand said limited-time-only (LTO) delights and new menu launches help keep consumer attention.

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Hong Kong’s Hottest Startups of 2024

Fintech and AI startups dominated the list.

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Hong Kong sets higher investment threshold for residency

Whilst permanent residency in Hong Kong now requires a minimum outlay of $30m (US$3.83m), the range of permissible investments has been expanded.

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Days of excess are over, investors warn founders

Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.

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Foodtech, fintech emerge as bright spots in Hong Kong’s startup landscape

The city is home to over 600 fintech startups and more than 100 food tech firms.

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