Hong Kong

Finance hiring gains momentum across key banking segments, report says

Banks prioritise tech and planning roles in hiring push.

Hong Kong insurance C-Suite pay hits $3m as affluent client focus drives 2026 hiring

Hays 2026 data shows Risk and Compliance chiefs hit record pay as insurers target wealthy clients.

Hong Kong launches GoGlobal platform for Mainland firms

New website and services hub aim to support overseas expansion.

Hong Kong startups face tighter funding amidst shift to deep tech

Investors are focusing on firms with clear market demand and global potential.

Consumer prices up 1.7% in February

The underlying inflation rate increased 1.6% year-on-year.

Sun Hung Kai Properties Insurance ‘okay’ despite lower 2025 profit: AM Best

It has been reducing high-risk investment exposure and has a strong liquidity position.

SFC urges SEHK to tighten internal controls and auditor oversight

The new measures will reduce reliance on director confirmations for oversight.

Government renewals dominate industrial leasing as expansion demand stalls in February

Tuen Mun sees lease renewal from Financial Secretary Incorporated.

February sees 6,669 residential sales as primary market commands 38%

JLL reported 2,567 new-build units sold in the month as mass residential values rise 0.5%.

Central Grade A vacancy falls below 10% as leasing demand recovers

Average rents climbed 1.1% in February, driven by strong activity from banking and professional services.

F&B operators lead retail leasing in February

Amongst notable transactions was the leasing of an 840-square-foot G/F space at Haiphong Road.

Hong Kong tops global IPO charts with $280b haul in 2025

Fuelled by the new TECH channel, HK processed 119 pre-profit biotech and tech IPO applications.