Hong Kong
What you need to know about the stamp duty bill
What you need to know about the stamp duty bill
The refund mechanism will attract incoming talent to live in Hong Kong.
HKIA retains title as busiest cargo airport
This is despite a decrease in its air cargo volumes YoY.
HK’s BEA shares decarbonisation and sustainable development efforts in 2022
The bank was able to cut operational emissions by 29.7%.
Transport Dep’t issues HKeToll tags to 610,000 vehicles
Owners of cars without tags must complete the payments digitally.
HK updates trade agreement with Chile
The updated FTA covers commitments in 50 new service sectors.
Property sales rocket 43.8% to 8,599 in March
Total consideration rose 57.2% to $68.9b.
HK Express opens new direct service between HKIA and Hanoi
The airport will have its flash sale, with launch sales starting from $128.
How brands can create a trustworthy and secure platform for consumers
The majority of Hong Kongers said they have more trust if brands are verified.
Retail sales value in January grew 7% YoY
The total value is at $36.2b driven by the return of tourists.
HKECIC and Hang Seng deliver first green export credit insurance
The very first green financing arrangement will ease export expenses whilst maintaining sustainability.
HK rateable values grow 0.4% to $2.66b YoY
Industrial RVs grew strong amongst all sectors.
Eligible HK elderly may use voucher for outpatient service fees
The voucher may be used to pay for services at Huawei CHC.
Hong Kong, Singapore build stronger data centre hubs despite land limits
But lack of space for expansion remains challenge for top 2 Asian markets
Jeanette Mao takes new role as HK Express CEO
She will lead the airline in enhancing its operations and customer experience.
Housing Authority sets new rental rates for housing units
Renters can afford a flat in an urban district for $94.9 per square metre.
Retail sales grows 31.3% in February 2023
But provisional online retail sales dropped 4.1% to $2.6b.
HK deposits dip 1.6% to $15.39t in February
Renminbi deposits decreased by 2.8% to RMB813.5b.
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Driving non-Grade A office market with the Hostels in the City Scheme