Hong Kong
Gov’t outlines preferential policies to attract enterprises
Gov’t outlines preferential policies to attract enterprises
The Financial Secretary will lead in designing packages.
Gov’t to establish accountability system to enhance governance
The plan adds an AI team and stricter appraisals to boost accountability.
CE Lee sets up committee to speed up Northern Metropolis development
It will oversee three new working groups.
Shanghai Commercial Bank lauded at Hong Kong Business Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for SME digital innovations
Its initiatives have enabled the bank to better meet clients’ financial needs and streamline its internal workflows.
Customs arrest four in $2.6b money laundering bust
Mobile phones, computers, company and bank documents, and bank cards were seized.
Hesai Group raises $4.16b in Hong Kong IPO debut
The company sold 19.55 million shares
Bupa Hong Kong names Albert Fung as director of group business & partnerships
He will lead the channel services new business team, amongst other roles.
AIA Hong Kong boosts insurance plans with Concord Healthcare access
It is part of their employee well-being programme.
Unemployment rate steady at 3.7% in June–August 2025
The underemployment rate rose slightly from 1.4% to 1.6%.
Hong Kong rises to 15th in global innovation index 2025
It remains 5th in Asia.
CE Lee to deliver policy address at LegCo
Lee will deliver the Policy Address during the session.
Hong Kong economy set to cool in H2 after 3.1% first-half gain
On prices, UOB lowered its 2025 headline inflation forecast to 1.6% from 1.8%.
Hong Kong factory growth steadies at 0.9% in Q2
The pace was slightly faster than the 0.7% growth seen in the first quarter.
BaseHall 02 earns triple platinum sustainability certifications
It met strict requirements in environmental performance and wellness.
21-storey residential building up for sale in Hung Hom, Kowloon
The property has an estimated value of $200m.
Hong Kong healthcare sector hits $3.4t market cap as of June
This is three times the $1.12b (US$144b) recorded at the end of 2017.
Hong Kong Insurance Authority urges joint effort in risk management
HKIA highlighted its ongoing collaboration with insurers and academics.
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