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.
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