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Contracting jobs in high demand in Hong Kong
Contracting jobs in high demand in Hong Kong
Interim hires, who don’t need fringe benefits, are favoured amidst corporate belt-tightening.
Hong Kong shops need new strategy versus mainland
They must innovate, improve service or partner with their rivals amidst slumping sales.
Aspire enters HK to support expanding SMEs with multi-currency needs
Seven in 10 companies in Hong Kong plan to expand operations overseas.
Libpet defines smart mobility with robotic wheelchairs and home control systems
Mobility tech for the physically challenged also offers convenience to the young and able-bodied.
‘418 rule’ overhaul bridges benefit gap for Hong Kong workers
Upon legislation, the ‘468 rule’ will benefit an additional 11,400 Hong Kong employees.
Hong Kong navigates educational resilience amidst ‘brain drain’
A total of 6,748 teachers fled their positions, straining Hong Kong’s education system.
Value offerings essential for Hong Kong's mega-event success
Experts suggest partnering with event providers to create package tours.
Y.X blends work and play with VR gaming and study spaces at Y83
Y83 is the first student accommodation in Hong Kong to include a VR gaming area.
Klook expands content creation programme as influencers drive travel bookings
Eight in 10 Hongkongers book travel based on creator tips.
Hong Kong regulators intensify collaboration on IPO-related misconduct crackdown
HKEX conducted IPO inquiries on 16 newly listed firms last year.
Ways retailers can start waste reduction efforts amidst charging scheme delay
Experts recommend adopting mono-material packaging and encouraging naked shopping.
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.
Wellness products key to thriving in Hong Kong's pet economy
In SHOPLINE, probiotics and crocodile meat supplements emerged as top pet products.
KPay’s unified payment solutions platform propels SME growth
After expanding into Singapore, KPay aims to dominate APAC and serve over 1 million merchants.
Investment banking layoffs intensify as IPOs and M&As dwindle
No, they are not headed to Singapore to hunt new jobs.
Credit Data Smart ushers in new era of credit scoring
It’s expected to promote healthy competition and improve credit knowledge of locals.
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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