Hong Kong

Grade A office market records negative net absorption in Q4 2024

Despite this, it reached 956,000 sq. ft. for the full year, the highest since 2018.

Gov’t to launch award system to combat tenancy abuse

The Housing Authority will offer a $3,000 cash reward to informants.

Industrial warehouse rents to decline by up to 5% in 2025: CBRE

Rising trade tensions are set to dampen leasing demand and rental performance.

Tourists stabilise HK’s F&B sector amidst retail sales decline: CBRE

Total restaurant receipts declined by just 0.3% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2024.

Legislative Council approves Companies Amendment Bill

The amendment ordinance will be published in the Gazette on 17 January.

Cathay Pacific flies to Rome, Italy starting 5 June

It will be the airline’s second direct connection in the country.

South African fintechs look to Hong Kong for funding

Tax perks and access to Africa await foreign investors.

ZA Bank to give out cash equivalent to 1 Bitcoin

You can earn points by doing crypto investment related activities in the app.

Enhancing the REIT market in Hong Kong: A tax chapter

Author: Wilson Cheng, EY Hong Kong and Macau Tax Leader

Tung Chung residential site for sale via tender

The site has a gross floor area of approximately 37,200 square meters.

New investment scheme to ‘relax’ asset assessments

It is expected to rake in $24b investment into Hong Kong.

Hotel Ease Tsuen Wen in Kwai Chung up for sale at $530m

It has a gross floor area of 107,000 square feet.

Low rents attract F&B brands to Hong Kong

Food and beverage account for 71% of new foreign retail entrants, according to JLL.

Towngas, Chi Shing partner to develop hydrogen power

It aims to focus on hydrogen power generation for construction sites and other applications.