Hong Kong
HK emerges as ‘most improved’ for degree courses globally
HK emerges as ‘most improved’ for degree courses globally
About 80% of subjects of the city's universities had shown improvement.
Kai Tak Sports Park taps DHL Express as official partner
DHL will support KTSP in welcoming international entertainment events.
Gov’t to enhance funding for SMEs branding, export marketing
It aims to support SMEs in a more focused and sustainable manner.
Towngas Smart Energy’s renewable unit boosts 2024 profit
Core operating income was up over 30%.
Consultation launched on amendments to reproductive technology code
A key proposal is removing legal limits on gamete and embryo storage for patients.
Swire Properties posts $766m loss in 2024
This was mainly due to a larger fair value loss on investment properties
Bullish year for HKEX expected with projected rise in average daily turnover
Analysts project a significant market upturn, driving HKEX’s P/E multiple up by 18% and setting a target price of $490.
HK Express to launch direct flights to Cheongju and Daegu in June
The new routes will be launched on 5 and 6 June.
Court orders 3-year corporate ban on Anxin’s ex-financial controller
Yang has been banned from undertaking corporate roles for three years.
Gov’t enhances two funding schemes for SMEs
The changes will apply to funding requests received from 14 March.
Orient Overseas (International) Limited’s FY2024 profit surges 88.4% YoY
Earnings per share stood at $30.31 (US$3.90).
Hang Seng Bank becomes green partner of HKSTP
They will develop two programmes to promote sustainability in businesses.
Manufacturing industrial production index up 1% YoY in Q4 2024
Increases in output volume were recorded mainly in the metal industry.
Prudential makes leadership appointments in Hong Kong
A chief risk officer and general counsel were appointed.
TGG Enterprise, Bingo Group ink deal on content business collaboration
Lit Studios will assist Bingo in promoting its video content.
Gov’t to enhance measures against illegal parking
It will continue to conduct daily monitoring, surprise inspections, and regular meetings.
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