Hong Kong

Hong Kong SMEs pivot back to offline insurance channels

SMEs have scaled back cyber protection measures, with fewer investing in security solutions.

Phase 2 applications for light public housing to open on 24 February

It will include four new LPH projects, providing approximately 5,060 units.

‘Top talent’ lured by Hong Kong can’t find jobs

Critics say the job program is too broad and not diverse enough.

Large-scale stress test at Kai Tak Sports Park conducted smoothly

Over 50,000 civil servants and members of the public participated.

HK to conduct full-year population census in 2026

Only around 10% of the population will fill out a long-form questionnaire.

Young Hong Kong travelers lack protection awareness when traveling

One-third of them say travel insurance is unnecessary.

HK Tramways eyes higher rates

This is to sustain operational viability. 

Swire Properties expects $800m loss for 2024

This is driven by larger fair value loss on investment properties and lower one-off gains.

HKIC, New Frontier Group partner to drive GBA medical innovation

One of the key focuses is fostering AI-driven healthcare technologies.

Hong Kong’s logistics rents dip by 3.2% YoY in 2024

It declined by 1.9% in the second half of the year.

HDI Global sees insurance opportunity in East Asia’s renewable energy boom

The company plans to hire underwriters who understand the RE language, says Hong Kong branch CEO Michael Ahn.  

Investment activities in China, HK rise in Q4 2024

Colliers said business confidence improved despite economic uncertainties.

Chinese EV battery builder eyes Hong Kong valuation

Reports estimate that it could potentially raise billions.