Hong Kong
ZA Bank backs Hong Kong policies on AI and tokenisation
ZA Bank backs Hong Kong policies on AI and tokenisation
The Policy Address also introduced support for SMEs.
QHMS opens flagship clinic in Hong Kong’s Central
Every element—from lighting to textures—was considered for its anxiety-reducing effect.
Hong Kong poised to become world's second-largest art hub
The city’s art auction market share grew by 6% over the last decade.
Hong Kong firms step up talent fight as skill shortage bites
Companies are offering flexible work and training to attract workers.
'The Watsons Family' IP launched to boost customer engagement
The initiative introduces 16 characters based on a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality type.
HK, Abu Dhabi sign MoU to enhance capital market connectivity
The two will explore joint initiatives in market promotion, amongst others.
Gov’t approves four building plans in July
The department also received 2,773 reports about unauthorised building works.
Monetary Authority decreases base rate to 4.5%
This follows a 25-basis point downward shift in the target range for the US federal funds rate.
Zijin Gold International seeks $2.49B Hong Kong IPO
The company said proceeds will be used for the upgrades of existing mines.
Experts see student housing boost from ‘Hostel in the City’
JLL said the policy is a step in the right direction, but warned it may not be attractive enough in the near term.
HKTDC welcomes policy address, backs mainland firms going global
The HKTDC said the package charts a wide-ranging course for development.
Firms welcome CIES enhancements, split on property market impact
JLL argued that lowering the residential threshold would not significantly encourage non-local buyers.
HKPC backs policy address to drive I&T and AI development
It also backed proposals to develop a green technology demonstration base.
Experts welcome push to lure Mainland firms via Hong Kong
Colliers said it would likely increase office demand, particularly in Central and Sheung Wan.
Firms urge clarity and incentives to drive Northern Metropolis development
Industry leaders back the plan but warn that high costs, vague timelines could slow uptake
Gov’t to expand housing supply, speed up redevelopment
Between 2026-27 and 2030-31, public housing production is expected to reach 189,000 units.
Hang Seng Bank backs policy measures to bolster markets, finance
Chief exec Diana Cesar said that they will continue to work closely with Hong Kong authorities.
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