Hong Kong
Credit access remains stable for SMEs in Q1
Credit access remains stable for SMEs in Q1
Credit approval eased or remained unchanged for SMEs.
Financial secretary calls for strengthened cooperation amidst disruptions
Hong Kong supports the reform agenda which focuses on addressing climate change.
HKEX launches initiative for tech and biotech listings
The government is creating a platform to help facilitate new listings from these companies.
FWD launches cross-border medical plans amidst rising demand in GBA
Nearly a third of residents have sought treatment in China.
The Peak home at 25 Plantation Road listed for $398m sale
The asking price is $398m, positioning it as the only single-lot property currently available on The Peak for under $400m.
Employers told to prep for cost of part-time work bill
The F&B, tourism, retail, and entertainment industries will be the most affected.
HKMA buys $7.8b to defend Hong Kong dollar peg: report
Aggregate balance will rise to HK$116.6b on May 7, 2025.
ETEI Electronics opens new warehouse, quality control center in Hong Kong
The facility unifies ETEI’s inventory and quality control operations.
Hong Kong deposits rose 0.8% in March
The Hong Kong dollar loan-to-deposit ratio decreased by 1.2%.
Gov’t issues $2.66m tax returns
Taxpayers must file their returns by 2 June.
Economy grows 3.1% in Q1 amidst robust trade
However, the outlook is dampened by trade policy uncertainty.
Gov’t prepares to build third medical school
It will be located in the Northern Metropolis University Town.
Ant Group eyes listing overseas arm in HK
It has reportedly been in talks with regulators.
EHCV extends to 12 additional GBA medical institutions
Chinese medicine hospitals will also be included.
Retail sales down 3.5% YoY in March
It is 4.8% lower after adjusting for price changes.
Hong Kong Life unveils free consultation, medication on common ailments
It is available for its customers under its “Mannings PharmaCare” service.
ZA Bank reports HK$548m net revenue and narrows losses by 42%
Net interest income is 86% higher in 2024.
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