Hong Kong
Composite interest rate remains at 0.19% by end-September 2021
Composite interest rate remains at 0.19% by end-September 2021
This is as the weighted funding cost for deposits was steady during the month.
Central's office rent grows for 2nd consecutive month
The 0.6% growth was driven by premium office space in the submarket.
DBS Hong Kong, China’s PSBC to offer services under Wealth Management Connect
PSBC is one of the largest state-owned banks in China.
Lam on leave after suffering minor elbow fracture from fall
Chief Secretary for Administration, John Lee, to take over until Lam recovers.
Hong Kong retirement system slips to 18th rank in Global Pension Index
This latest ranking is one spot lower than last year.
Cathay Pacific carries most cargo in a single month since COVID onset
The airline’s overall tonnage grew MoM by more than 5% to 130,997 tonnes.
Cathay Pacific hits highest single-day passenger count since March 2020
The airline carried 6,562 passengers on 17 September.
How evolving digital economy transforms HK's 'most exciting' industries
PwC and InvestHK report details the role of digital in HK’s e-commerce.
HKMA announces 19 eligible banks for cross-boundary WMC
Three of the 19 banks include HSBC, Citibank, and Standard Chartered.
Standard Chartered Hong Kong launch WMC services
Clients can now purchase SC Hong Kong’s wealth management products.
Citi Hong Kong, CGB team up to offer wealth services under Wealth Management Connect
Citi plans to offer around 100 types of wealth products from the mainland.
HKEX enters China's derivatives market with A-share futures launch
The bourse’s new futures contract is based on the MSCI China A 50 Connect Index.
External merchandise trade volume rises double digits in August
Total exports and imports of goods increased by 18.6% and 21%, respectively.
How HKEX's A-share futures launch will shake up Singapore’s monopoly in China
SGX shares already slumped 4% when HK announced the futures’ launch on 23 August.
Why Lam is confident that HK will become an innovation and technology hub
The Lam emphasised the government's $130b various projects for I&T development.
Embracing technology key to business growth in future crises, says ShineWing’s Samson Lee
Big Data will enable deeper insight into customers’ preference to drive sales.
Patek Philippe introduces three new chronograph models
The manufacturer unveiled three variations of the 5204, 5905, and 5930 models that illustrate its expertise in the field of complications.
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