In Focus
Proposed revision in banking rules to make Hong Kong more competitive
Hong Kong begins a process of updating its Banking Ordinance on May 23.
Proposed revision in banking rules to make Hong Kong more competitive
Hong Kong begins a process of updating its Banking Ordinance on May 23.
Hong Kong looks for ways to increase land supply and homes
With land either too pricey or in short supply, Hong Kong faces continuing unrest from citizens increasingly unable to own homes.
Pay hikes in store for government ministers
A proposed pay increase for Hong Kong’s government ministers is quite generous.
Hong Kong promotes renminbi business in Japan
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Trade Development Council have held a seminar in Tokyo promoting Hong Kong’s renminbi business.
Gregory So in Japan to promote Hong Kong
Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development Gregory So is in Japan for a five day visit to promote Hong Kong.
Hong Kong’s economy is worse than expected
A serious slowdown in growth in the first quarter is blamed on weak exports.
HKMA lends a hand to banks burdened by Basel III
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will allow the city’s banks to use foreign currency liquid assets to meet the liquidity coverage ratio requirements of Basel III.
West is where the money is
For Hong Kong’s mall developers, the phrase “Go West” means go to Chengdu.
Health is wealth: HK government sets aside HK$45 billion for healthcare
A Samaritan Fund of HK$10 billion will help ease spending on essential drugs and other medical items.
Hong Kong visitors top 11 million
Leisure travelers boosted Hong Kong’s visitor numbers by 15.6% in the first quarter.
Price increase pads growth in Hong Kong restaurants
Total restaurant sales grew by 6% to HK$23.4b in 1Q2012, but sales volume shrank by 0.2%.
Interest in new property projects in HK waning?
Outcome of property transactions over the Golden Week public holiday seems to reflect the market's cautious outlook on projects by local developers.
Tsang on Asian business trips
Financial Secretary John Tsang is on the last leg of a tour to further promote Hong Kong’s advantages as a business destination to a trio of key Asian trading partners.
Hong Kong is perfect for overseas professionals
A recent study reveals that over 90% of professionals surveyed said moving to Hong Kong had improved their career prospects.
Hong Kong punishes erring underwriter
Hong Kong's stock market regulator shows the bite behind its bark.
Tougher rules afoot for doing an IPO in Hong Kong
Substandard companies have bruised Hong Kong’s financial reputation as the world’s top IPO venue.
Office vacancies drop to lowest level in 20 years
The economic slowdown hasn’t dampened demand for office space in Hong Kong.
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