In Focus

Practitioners optimistic over HK’s finance industry in next three years

Around 56% of industry practitioners are positive about the prospect of the sector.

Practitioners optimistic over HK’s finance industry in next three years

Around 56% of industry practitioners are positive about the prospect of the sector.

71% of HK workers said employers want them back to office amidst COVID-19: Randstad

One in two said they would feel “unsafe” until those around them have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

What the Anti-sanctions Law could mean for Hong Kong?

The city’s status as a financial hub amongst others must be considered upon its implementation.

Hong Kong’s property investments recover but still below pre-COVID level

Real estate investment volume climbed 79% in the second quarter.

Cathay Pacific logs $7.6b loss in H1 amidst COVID-19

The loss is lower than the S$9.9b loss recorded in the first half of 2020.

Hong Kong’s recovery likely to remain moderate, gradual in H2

The strict COVID-19 measures are expected to dampen the city’s economic growth.

‘More aggressive’ Hong Kong investors expect a return of 11.4%

This is a new high, according to Schroders Global Investor Study.

Business receipts up nearly 10% ending eight quarters of decline

This is thanks to the contained epidemic situation, as well as Hong Kong’s economic recovery.

Retail sales up 5.8% in June but below expectations

This was likely driven by continuing social distancing measures.

Hong Kong’s economic growth slows down as border control remains

The city’s GDP expanded by 7.5% in the second quarter from 7.9% previously.

Over 50% see home prices to climb in coming year

The growing confidence could be triggered by the improving pandemic situation.

Hong Kong lenders gear up sustainability initiatives as post-pandemic era dawns

The total combined headcount across 18 banks in the city is down 2,000 from just 12 months ago.

Exports grow 'strongly' by over 30% to $406.6b in June

The recent surge, however, may dampen recovery in some markets.

HK’s wealth management business growth may attract China’s onshore investors

Onshore investors from China currently accounts for 10% of the asset and wealth management business in 2020.

Hong Kong’s economy likely to grow 9.8% in Q2: MS

This is thanks to a low base year and growing external demand.

Jobless rate drops to 5.5% in June as economy rebounds

This is the fourth consecutive month that the unemployment rate declined.

More Hong Kong businesses optimistic for Q3: Survey

Around 17% expect the situation to improve against 11% that expect otherwise.