Hong Kong

Credit card transaction value decline in Q2

Credit card transaction value decline in Q2

This is despite the volume of transactions rising during the quarter.

New World scion launches investment venture

The new venture sets its sights on emerging markets and on the digital space.

Gov’t announces new tobacco control measures

This ranges from increasing penalties and more stringent enforcement actions.

Gov’t launches public tender for Tsuen Wan site

The site is designated for non-industrial purposes

Shangri-La Group clinches three wins at Hong Kong Business Technology Excellence Awards 2025

The group was honoured for leadership in mobile innovation, data-driven personalisation, and family engagement.

Hong Kong leaders see AI plan boosting jobs, investment, permits

Western Digital said intensifying AI workloads are reshaping storage priorities as data volumes increase.

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.

HKPC backs policy address to drive I&T and AI development

It also backed proposals to develop a green technology demonstration base.

Firms welcome CIES enhancements, split on property market impact

JLL argued that lowering the residential threshold would not significantly encourage non-local buyers.