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Hong Kong needs to act to keep its global maritime hub status afloat
As of 2023, Hong Kong maintains a 2.4% share of the world fleet in terms of vessel numbers.
Hong Kong needs to act to keep its global maritime hub status afloat
As of 2023, Hong Kong maintains a 2.4% share of the world fleet in terms of vessel numbers.
HK hikes penalties for occupational safety and health standards violations
If convicted on indictment, employers can be slapped with a $10m (US$1.28m) fine and 2 years in jail.
Mainland’s clampdown on IPOs likely to boost listings in Hong Kong
Amongst Chinese companies to be slated in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is Alibaba’s logistics arm.
HKEX cuts paper use, document requirements in revamped listing regime
Despite eliminating signatures, the streamlined listing process imposes new legal advice requirements for accountability and integrity in submissions.
What you need to know about HK’s bill on tax certainty enhancement
The bill was gazetted on 20 October.
HK economy grows 4.1% YoY in 3Q23
Despite the increase, the government cut its 2023 economic growth forecast to 3.2%.
‘Emotional loyalty,’ the new way retailers retain customers
In Hong Kong, one in two consumers buy only from brands they trust so keeping that relationship exciting pays off.
Hong Kong faces 68% demand-supply deficit for sustainable workplaces: JLL
APAC must accelerate retrofitting of buildings to meet this demand.
Relaxation of property cooling measures a ‘band-aid solution’ - expert
The government has reduced Buyer’s Stamp Duty to 7.5%, amongst others.
Revival yet to come for Hong Kong’s real estate market
Only the retail market has demonstrated resilience, with high-street shop rents rising by 2.1% QoQ.
Startup for startups: Engineers aid entrepreneurs in building their business
Sparkmate not only mentors in product development, but funds climate tech solutions.
Ticketing and membership platform extends customer journeys through NFTs
Moongate allows event organisers to build relationships with their attendees post-event and beyond.
Rich Hongkongers invest for extra income and future personal healthcare: report
Affluent Hong Kong residents also invest through discretionary portfolio management.
Brands that act with empathy win trust of Hong Kong consumers
An IPSOS report showed that consumers’ trust towards businesses has been eroding.
Brands that act with empathy win trust of Hong Kong consumers
An IPSOS report showed that consumers’ trust towards businesses has been eroding.
6 steps to HK’s resurgence
PwC said the city still faces strong headwinds including slower-than-expected recovery of the Chinese Mainland economy.
Property market slump boosts occupiers’ and home buyers’ bargaining power
Real estate agents said tenants ask for up to 30% discount when renewing office leases.
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