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Subsidised resale homes draw buyers from private flats
Subsidised resale homes draw buyers from private flats
The policy boosts turnover by pulling demand forward, not by lifting volumes long term.
Tech IPOs and energy deals propel ECM, M&A to decade high in Q1
ECM raised $21.2b whilst M&A reached $36.9b during the quarter.
Trust planners face pressure as Hong Kong entrepreneurs go global
Differing legal systems can create friction for businesses operating across borders.
HK MBA demand shifts to specialised tracks
Enrolment across three local universities slipped 1.1% to 631 students last year.
Fintech startups to lead Hong Kong venture funding
Investors are putting money in fewer, more established firms.
Hong Kong startups face tighter funding amidst shift to deep tech
Investors are focusing on firms with clear market demand and global potential.
Hong Kong eyes mainland investors with Tech 100 Index
About 400 firms have applied for listing, including seven global tech companies.
Hong Kong eyes cross-border drones, air taxis in Greater Bay Area
Routes connecting the city to Shenzhen could slash last-mile delivery costs.
Hong Kong ride-hailing law could push fares higher and wait times longer
Capping permitted vehicles could trigger supply shortages.
Hong Kong builders face cost hurdles in low-carbon push
Electric machinery and sustainable materials are scarce and costly.
HSBC's Vina Cheung sees Hong Kong driving global RMB adoption
She expects RMB to rise to the third most-used global payment currency.
Hong Kong insurers post weaker 2024 as premiums slip
This is based on the recent data released by the Insurance Authority for the 2024 fiscal year.
Talent shortage and tighter budgets to shape bank hiring in 2026
Investment analysts and compliance specialists remain the most in-demand roles.
Port dues cut for green ships as Hong Kong races to lead hub
It will also launch an incentive scheme for green vessels registered in the city.
Hong Kong banks ‘resilient’ despite falling CRE property values
Many banks have solid earnings and excess capital to absorb potential losses.
HK budget pivots to tech and talent amidst commercial property stagnation
Property impact is indirect, the firm says.
'Neutral but strategic': Experts weigh impact of Hong Kong’s insurance capital shift
The 15 Feb update on infrastructure treatment expected to avoid rating shifts.
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